South Korea: A cloud of uncertainty looms over this year's export of Jeju's open-field mandarins

Published 2024년 11월 12일

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The article highlights a significant decrease in the export and production of Jeju-do field tangerines, with a drop from 6,170 tons in 2021 to 3,659 tons in 2023, primarily due to the suspension of government logistics cost support and adverse crop conditions. The export volume for 2024 is projected to further decline due to these challenges and a reduced production forecast. Despite these setbacks, the Korea Citrus Export Association and regional agricultural cooperatives, such as Jeju Citrus Agricultural Cooperative, are actively devising strategies to enhance the quality and competitiveness of citrus fruits, including residual pesticide testing and diversifying export items. These measures aim to mitigate the income loss and maintain stability in the face of declining exports and increased domestic market competition.

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After exporting 6,170 tons in 2021 Performance decreased to 3,659 tons in 2023 Production of fruits and vegetables also decreased by 20-30% Aftereffects of government logistics cost support suspension As exports of Jeju-do field tangerines for 2024 have begun, exports are expected to decrease compared to previous years due to the government's suspension of logistics cost support and decreased production. According to the Jeju Citrus Association and the Korea Citrus Export Association, field tangerine shipments have decreased significantly from 6,170 tons in 2021 to 3,012 tons in 2022 and 3,659 tons in 2023. By country, Russia accounts for the majority with 2,055 tons in 2023, followed by exports to 13 countries including Canada 480 tons, the United States 298 tons, Malaysia 249 tons, and Singapore 152 tons. In this situation, the Korea Citrus Export Association set a target of 4,500 tons of Jeju tangerines for export early this year, but it is expected that the export volume of ...

Source: Agrinet