South Korea will officially begin exporting paprika to China on November 7th, following quarantine negotiations that began in 2007. The first shipment, containing 1.7 tons, will depart from Pyeongtaek Port and arrive at Tianjin Port on the same day. The government anticipates that about 1 to 2 tons of domestic paprika will be supplied to local premium distribution stores in China each week. This new export market is expected to diversify risk and increase farm household income.