CONTENTS
2017 Vol. 266
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December 2017
December Fresh Food 28
PERSIMMON
in Chinese
Suncheon County is a major producer of Korean persimmons famous for their crispy texture and high sugar content. Persimmons for export are selected and packed in certified facilities.
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SHIMEJI MUSHROOM in Japanese
With its anti-tumor components, pleasant chewiness, and high storability, shimeji mushroom is enjoying a growing popularity around the world.
Processed Food 38
COLORED BARLEY in Chinese
Unusual Products Made with Barley: Multi-colored barley, Coffee, and Porridge
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Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corp. COVER
THEME in Chinese & Japanese Since its launch in December 1967, Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corp. has been introducing overseas buyers and consumers to Korean agriproducts and providing Korean food and agricultural companies with opportunities to promote their goods. This month, the agency marks its 50th anniversary. To celebrate the occasion, Korea Agrafood takes you on a tour of aT’s history and future.
Annivers ary
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Part I aT’s History and Vision for the Future
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Part II An Interview with aT CEO Yeo In-hong
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Part III Export Support Projects of aT
Looking Back at aT’s Footprint in the Korean Food Industry Vol. 266
A Special Interview with aT CEO Yeo In-hong and Messages Congratulating aT on Its Anniversary Introducing Various Export Support Projects of aT
Golden yellow color, Yuja tea Mini-sized bell pepper, Raon New Year’s Dish, Tteokguk
To mark the 50th anniversary of aT, the cover of issue 266 is decorated with a calligraphic representation of the number 50.