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AGRICULTURAL DRONE
SDR Q-1 (10 liter-class, quad) of SUNDORI is one of the highclass agricultural drone that already proven and tested in South Korea and overseas countries.
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SMART MODE: The flight can be easily planned with the press of few buttons, it is making the most easy to use spraying solution.
2 Generally, people are afraid to use agricultural drones due to lack of knowledge in computer programming, sensitivities, difficulties, etc. You need to familiarize the system before you can use it. This is the reason why Sundori company, a drone manufacturer in South Korea developed a drone which is customized according to the purpose, environment, and uses. It is very simple to operate without using a computer but solely by remote control only and it’s very easy to control and more durable. Within 15 mins. of training, you can already fly and use our drone.
Agricultural drone FEATURES:
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It is possible to control about 1 to 1.3 hectare (8 minutes) in one flight (10 liters).
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The strong downwind design allows the drug to penetrate evenly, maximizing the control effect.
It is easy to store and move with the frame and propeller of the foldable structure. (Available for use by car)
Manual plus mode: The air craft performs the same turns at the press of a button as it does automatically under the Smart mode, allowing for planning to be done on the fly for fields of irregular shape.
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Manual mode: The pilot freely navigates the aircraft.
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Reinforced aviation duralumin material and efficient structural design minimize damage to the aircraft in the event of a fall. Convenient on-site maintenance with a simple structure Reasonable price and performance derived from years of field know-how In the event of an emergency due to inexperienced control, you can safely fly in place by simply taking your hand off the remote controller.
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n February 2, 2022, Fit Corea Service performed an after-sale service on a Branson 6225C tractor in Gloria Mindoro that had been running for over a year. The service was carried out to check the clogging of the engine’s fuel line system, which is a common issue for tractor engines. A clogged or filthy fuel filter can then deplete an engine’s fuel supply, resulting in a lack of power. Fuel filter components are designed to keep the dirt, rust, and other contaminants from entering the engine and its components. The failure of the fuel filter is one of the most common indicators that your car’s fuel system has
got blocked. This issue can prevent the fuel from reaching the engine. The high pressure that the pump exerts to compensate for the lack of fuel pressure can eventually cause the pump to overheat and fail.
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AFTER-SALES SERVICE FOR BRANSON 6225 CABIN TYPE IN MINDORO
At Fit Corea, our mechanics are well-trained and can diagnose and solve any issues related to the fuel filter. We strive to provide the best service possible to satisfy our customers.
Another batch of Rotating disc plow send off to northern asia Fit Corea dispatched another batch of WECAN Rotating Disc Plows to Northern Asia as part of the project of RCEF. The rotating disc plow will be given to a cooperative as recipients of the project. The first batch of rotating disc plow was delivered on January 21, 2022. The Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) or Rice Fund, was established by law to help rice farmers improve their competitiveness and income in the wake of the Philippine rice trade policy liberalization, which removed quantitative restrictions on rice imports and replaced them with tariffs, among other things. Mechanization Program is one of the components of RCEF that intends to improve rice farmers’ productivity, profitability, and global competitiveness by improving access to and usage of appropriate production and post-production mechanization technology. Other components are the Seed Program, the Credit Program, and the Extension Services Program. Fit Corea Magazine Agricultural machines
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FIELD DEMO
Asia cultivator demo in lipa, batangas Fit Corea team went to Lipa City Batangas to demonstrate the Asia cultivator and its implements to the cooperative in Batangas, who received the cultivator from Brixton, one of the dealers of Fit Corea. The first implement they demonstrated is the former and mulcher (FM-120), it used to simultaneously ridge forming and vinyl mulching for ridges of various whole crops. With an all-around farming machine ASIA cultivator, by changing implements, it can perform 40 different functions to finish works done by the manpower of 40 people. Another implement they have shown is the former, it uses a set of blades that spin and break the soil clods and helps to do weeding between crops. It moisturized and pulverized the soil.
FIT COREA TEAM PLANNING & ORGANIZING Everyone in the team gives ideas and opinions every time we plan to do a project for something, which makes the organization do well. Cooperation is the key.
to convey the message that this machine is very helpful, portable and to ensure that the operation will never stop when you need to refuel the tractor in the field.
One of the plans we have talked about is to shoot a product demo of our tractor with implements like levee maker, rotavator, and plow. We also discussed what will be the flow of the shoot and the things we need for the shoot. The mechanic team points out the things to fix before the appointed date of the shoot.
Another machines we aim to bring is the Hanseo sanitizing sprayer. We want to show the importance of this sprayer, especially to those with piggery farms in the Philippines. ASF or African swine fever is not new in our ears because many of the regions here in our country already experiencing this kind of disease in their pigs.
Fit Corea caters different types of machinery, from land preparation to post harvest, that is why we should give the right information about all the machines through our social media because it will help our farmers to know and have knowledge about which is the best and right machine that they We included in the plan to take need for their farms to make them some shots of the new machinery more productive and cost-efficient. from Korea like the new fuel injector by DAMOA. This will be placed Fit Corea Magazine Agricultural machines alongside the tractor on the farm, Manager Malou also discussed why we should and should not bring a specific machine for us not to waste time, effort, and budget. She also gives ideas and reminds everyone to fix the machines that we want to bring and also to check the demo site.
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AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY FIELD DEMONSTRATION AND VIDEO SHOOTING IN BULACAN Fit Corea team led by Manager Marilou went to Bulacan on February 19, 2022, to do a field demonstration of machines such as Branson Tractor with Rotating disc plow, Rotavator, and Levee maker. The team decided to use the Rotating Disc Plow first to break the hard soil that has lots of weeds and rice straws. The rotating disc plow is well excellent for deep plowing and perfectly turning over rice straws and soil. It’s a well-equipped plow with a full-body casting mold gearbox and a powerful side gear system. The next machine we used is the Rotavator WR1550SGW to pulverize the soil after breaking it. It is suitable for areas with rough or wet soil, it works faster and has no soil and straw locking. Depending on the soil conditions you have to choose a rotavator. You cannot buy a rotavator that already coupled with the tractor simply because nobody knows where you will use it and what type of soil you have. Farm fields have different types of soil; muddy, sandy, hard, stony and normal soil. Depending on the crops you might need a different kind of rotavator. So, regardless of your tractor the rotavator must be suitable to your needs. With good implements you can have higher yield and be more productive. FIT Corea has different kinds of rotavator series depending on your needs. We recommend checking first your soil before getting a rotavator. As for the Levee Maker, due to the area being too dry to build a pilapil, we opted to use the Hanseo Longrange Sprayer to apply some water on the ground. However, the area’s dry conditions made the levee maker not to be able to produce the desired result. It took multiple failed attempts before we were finally able to make a decent pilapil. The goal of Levee maker is to create solid new levees by mixing the soil from the existing ones with the new ones. Aside from doing the demonstration, our team also took the opportunity to use the Branson tractor to practice driving it safely with implements.
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FIT COREA TEAM EFFORT BEHIND THE SCENE! SHOOTING IN DIFFERENT MACHINES AND SET-UPS.
FIT COREA HAS CREATED SEVERAL OPERATIONAL VIDEOS THAT MAY BE FOUND ON YOUTUBE.
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AFTER SALES SERVICE PROCEDURE VIDEO FOR LEEHWA RICE MILL
FRONT-END LOADER MOUNTING AND UNMOUNTING DEMO VIDEO
ASSEMBLING CULTIVATOR’S IMPLEMENTS TUTORIAL VIDEO Fit Corea Magazine Agricultural machines
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The Department of Agriculture-Bafe, visited Fit Corea’s office to conduct a survey.
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he representative of the Department of Agriculture-BAFE, Engineer Francis Glenn Miro of Standard Regulation and Enforcement Division (SRED), visited Fit Corea to discuss the tractor government procurement standard survey and other concerns on how to improve the testing techniques of tractors aside from the AMTEC standard testing. To allow more farm machinery manufacturers and distributors to participate in the government’s farm mechanization program, the AMTEC result must be extended to more than 5 years or at least make it a lifetime if it is already exists in the market. He also shared that the Department of Agriculture is now recommending another test for the tractor’s adaptability and endurance. He also added that AMTEC’s recommendation for the testing technique for actual field testing is a 40-hour operation followed by another 40-hour laboratory testing. He also said that the longevity of the same tractor model will be determined based on the information received from the suppliers and AMTEC test result that has a five-year expiry date. Engineer Miro also clarify that the recommended cost of the testing of AMTEC is around Php170,000 but may increase depending on the testing procedure and according to the new policy of DA that those participating farm machinery manufacturers and distributors should conduct at least twice a year maintenance visit to their office. Manager Malou and Jeffrey also shared some questions and suggestions about the survey. One of the questions they discussed was if the supplier will invest worth more than a million pesos for the tractor and the implements, how can it be sure that it is worth it since the machines will become a second hand after the testing. Another thing, what implements should come with the tractor to be tested since the tractor is a multi-purpose machine, it should be not limited to 1 or 2 implements but must be all kinds of implements. Engineer Moro, closed the meeting by giving assurance that all the clarifications, questions, and suggestions will be forwarded to DA and a similar market survey will be given to all new manufacturers and distributors that will participate in the bidding process.
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FIT COREA MEETING WITH NESGA (NUEVA ECIJA SEED GROWERS ASSOCIATION)
MARILOU BAUTISTA, MANAGER OF FIT COREA, FORMER ASEC. ANDREW VILLACORTA, LANDBANK OF THE PHILIPPINES, NESGA BOARD OF DIRECTORS, CHAIRMAN, VICE CHAIRMAN, AND THE MANAGER
Nesga (Nueva Ecija Seed Growers Association) arranged a meeting last Feb. 24, 2022 with Marilou Bautista, manager of Fit Corea, Former Asec. Andrew Villacorta, Landbank of the Philippines, NESGA Board of Directors, Chairman, Vice Chairman, and the Manager, to address the two major projects they are working on this year in collaboration with Kamico and Fit Corea. NESGA is proposing to have a roadshow project that only the Korea Agricultural machinery will be showcase at that event. It is an exclusive event that the participants are the members, federations, and potential buyers of the machines.
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NESGA will also provide a field land for the product demo of the machines with a 1000sqm just beside of their office. The roadshow will take place in Nueva Ecija, in partnership with Landbank of the Philippines, that planning to give a loan program for the farmers and potential buyers who want to avail the machine. The target date of the roadshow will be the end of March 2022. It will be discussed further in the upcoming weeks. The second suggestion was for NESGA and FIT COREA/ KAMICO to form a dealership relationship, with NESGA expressing interest in selling Korea agricultural machinery. This is why they want to hold a Roadshow so that they may demonstrate some of Korea agricultural machinery to their members. The dealership needs to have a more in-depth conversation, particularly on the machinery that NESGA wishes to work with.
PROPOSED DEMO FIELD LAND 1000SQM IN NUEVA ECIJA
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MR. CABALLERO, A FARM OWNER VISIT THE BRANSON TRACTOR 6225 CABIN TYPE During his visit to Fit Corea on February 4, 2022, Mr. Caballero, together with his mother and a tractor operator, looked over the Branson tractor 6225C, one of Korea’s newest equipment. Even though his farm is well-known for producing dairy products such as cheese, he’s now expanding into other crops and using more complex, but cost-effective gear to increase farm output. Mr. Caballero is extremely open to the concept of sharing information about the Branson tractors and the benefits they have over other tractor brands. Also, he said he had viewed several videos on the Branson tractor and was extremely pleased with the outcomes and specifications. Mr. Caballero was particularly impressed by the eight hydraulic ports of the tractor, which is excellent in quality and performance. The Branson 6225 cabin tractor is a high-end tractor featuring large rearview mirrors for the operator’s convenience, as well as a front PTO and Hitch mount. The fuel tank is positioned underneath the cabin, making it easy to fill it, and the work lights in the front and back are particularly handy at night. It also features a turning angle of 52 degrees, which makes it easier to maneuver in tight spaces. In addition to the tractor, Mr. Caballero’s equipment includes a rotating disc plow, a point post hole digger, and a front loader with forklift. The rotating disc plow from Wecan is created differently than other disc plows on the market. It has a powerful side gear system, a full-body casting mold gearbox, and hydraulic cylinders with a locking valve that is automated. The point post hole digger is also used to fence a hole for a post or signs. Finally, the Hanil front loader is frequently used to swiftly scoop and dump enormous amounts of soil, sand, or other materials from one site to another. Those implements are really helpful, particularly when clearing a field.
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BRANSON TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENTS BOUND TO NUEVA ECIJA After finalizing everything, the Branson tractor and implements are ready to be bound for their new owner. On February 26, 2022, the Fit Corea team headed to Nueva Ecija to deliver the brand new Branson tractor to Mr. Caballero. Fit corea mechanics performed a product demonstration, which included everything from small details to assembling the equipment and tractors. Mr. Caballero is very keen on details, especially the technical side of the tractor and the implements.
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Archie, one of the mechanics, explained some details like how important it is to always check the engine oil and radiator before using the tractor. They must also check the air in the tires to ensure that no difficulties arise throughout the operation. The next thing we demonstrate is how to install and uninstall the implements of the tractor such as the rotating plow, hole digger and front loader. We instructed the operator how to properly install the equipment before allowing him to operate the tractor on his own. The design team also took advantage of the opportunity to film and photograph the Branson cabin type tractor in action, as well as use other Korea technology on the farm, such as the lifting machine, and also to show Mr. Caballero what other machines he can use to make his farm more productive and mechanized.
OVERSEAS UPDATE
Photos by: Ale Li GMaghirang
COLLABORATION MEETINGS WITH PHILIPPINE AMBASSADOR, TESS DIZON DE VEGA CEO OF FIT COREA TRADING PHILS. INC., PHILIP KIM KAMICO OVERSEAS MANAGER, ERIC SONG AGRICULTURE ATTACHE, MS. ALELI MAGHIRANG AND KOREAN PARTNERS.
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AGRI NEWS PH
RICE INDUSTRY RISES AMIDST CH ALLENGES Author: DA Communications Group | 7 February 2022
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ilipino farmers are now reveling gains from the Rice Enhancement Competitiveness Fund (RCEF), as the rice sector registers record harvest levels year after year. According to Agriculture Sec. William Dar, since the installation of the RCEF, rice yield and farmers` income have shown significant increase.
The Secretary explained that with an adequate budget for rice, DA is able to implement science-based initiatives, effective farm systems and technologies, as well as distribute seeds, fertilizer, and machinery support, all for the welfare of Filipino small rice farmers.
Among the support awarded was the Rice Farmers RCEF, mandated by the Rice Financial Assistance (RFFA) for Tariffication Law, has significant- the 52,819 farmer-beneficialy increased rice yield of farm- ries totaling to P267.7 million. ers posting a P10,000 per hectare increment in gross income. The Secretary also committed RCEF, mandated by the Rice additional support including Tariffication Law, has significant- processing facilities for poully increased rice yield of farm- try, livestock, fishery, cocoers posting a P10,000 per hect- nut, and other crops, to be are increment in gross income. lodged under the Philippine Rural Development Project.
DEVELOPING OUR HIGH VALUE CROPS: SOME INSIGHTS FROM AN INSIDER Author: DA Communications Group | 10 February
Source: DA PhilMech website www.philmech.gov.ph
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he Department of Agriculture (DA) enlisted the help of various individuals and organizations in both public and private sectors to plan our roadmaps for different agricultural products. Julius Barcelona, a private sector representative who was invited by the High Value Crops Development Program of the DA to participate in their Vegetable Industry Roadmap Development explains what it would take to secure a healthy and profitable future for high value crops in the country.
while keeping food cheap. Rice currently receives the bulk of government funding but makes up a small percentage of the country’s agricultural output (23% as of 2010).
Focusing on high value crops could also free up some of the government’s budget usually reserved for rice. Am I in favor of simply letting rice die? No, because we need to give people alternatives, Barcelona says. “But the best way for us to do that is to make sure that it actually makes High value crops make sense for people to invest in more sense for small farm- agriculture in the first place.” ers because they’re much more profitable with a small amount of space,” he says.
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The paradox of farming: making farmers profitable
URBAN FARMING IN THE CITY AUTHOR: Angie dela Cruz - Pilipino Star Ngayon
SOURCE: https://www.philstar.com
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he Center for Urban Agriculture and Innovation has launched at students and other stakeholders in the process, ” Belmonte said. Quezon City University. This is to further increase understanding on urban farming, according to Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte. The center’s offer includes a bee farm with an initial five bee colonies to be funded by the QCU cooperative. The Department of Agriculture - Agricultural Training Institute (DA -ATI) and the QC Government’s Sustainable DevelopThis program is to reinforce our commitment to the sustainment Affairs Unit (SDAU) are partners in the initiative. Accordability of QC’s urban farming initiatives. With our vast caming to Mayor Belmonte the institution will also give training pus grounds, we aim to maximize it by incorporating proand development in urban agriculture, she stated that the grams and projects that are aligned with the development goals DA-ATI will contribute P14.5 million to the center’s development. of the city government, ”said QCU President Dr. Theresita Atienza.
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This is part of our effort to create a smart and sustainable city. Through this Center for Urban Agriculture, we can learn how to further expand our urban farming initiatives, and include our
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Enhanced Food Security.
Producing your own food, growing your own crops and herbs on undeveloped land is one way that can help the urban poor in earning more money. In fact, urban farmers can trade their harvest and keep the rest for themselves.
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Growing Communities
urban gardens tend to increase social networks and bonds in the localities.
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Efficient use of land
Fertile fields are dwindling every day as a result of rising population and enormous urbanization. Urban farming might be a viable option for maximizing the amount of land available to feed people. Vertical gardens may be placed almost anywhere, including indoors. Rooftop gardens, for example, not only save space but also give an abundance of fresh vegetables.
ASIA HANDY CULTIVATOR DEMONSTRATED IN QUEZON CITY
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KOREA AGRI NEWS
FEBRUARY SPECIAL
THE STUDY OF
VARIOUS PLOW CHISEL PLOW The chisel plow (7 rows, NJ2110S) is an Agricultural Machinery designed based on a buffer spring, so it can plow the paddy field easily and at high speed even in adverse conditions such as stony fields or paddy fields. It has an excellent work efficiency, and boasts a stylish and simple design and a sturdy frame. All parts are assembled using bolts and nuts, and it is custom designed from the consumer’s point of view so that when the consumer replaces the part, it can be easily replaced. According to
the consumer’s working environment and tractor performance, it has been designed in 5rows, 7rows, and 9rows specifications to broaden the choice of consumers. “Since the company was founded in 1985, for nearly 35 years, I have always thought from the consumer’s point of view. I will make it happen,” Jung Gil-dong, CEO of Agricultural Machinery said.
ATTACHABLE MOULD BOARD PLOW The combined rotavator is fast and efficient because it can simultaneously plow and crush (rotary) work with one machine. It has a structure in which a plow is placed in the front of the unit and a rotavator is placed in the rear that can be done quickly and efficiently. In addition, it is possible to adjust the vertical height of the rotary through the hydraulic cylinder inclined between the plow part and the rotary part.
REVERSABLE TWO-WAY PLOW Two-Way Mold plow. The rotary moldboard plow (YS-3DUP/Y4DUP, pictured) is a two-purpose type, so it is easy to cultivate ginseng and other special crops for deep tillage. It has an excellent durability by using high-strength materials, and a valve (return and lock) is applied for safety during rotation.
Since its establishment in 1978, Youngshin has specialized in researching and producing only tractor plows for over 40 years, and has been striving to establish itself as the best in the field. We are concentrating on research and development with the goal of “creating more convenient, more robust, and more recognized products.”
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FEATURED MOULDBOARD PLOW The high-speed deep plow (PY248) has a low load on the front blade and moistening, so it can be tilled at high speed. It boasts high durability with a strong, high-strength pipe frame and bolt assembly, and has excellent abrasion resistance and impact resistance by using special steel material for moisturizing, crest, and front blade. In addition, the safety of the body is secured in case of overload by adopting a safety bolt. The high-performance hydraulic
cylinder attached to the cage roller exhibits excellent performance in edge work, and has a switchable cylinder mounting structure that folds the cage roller when moving to another location. It was made with Earth scattering prevention boards that are adopted on both sides of the frame to reduce soil tipping and play an excellent role in high-speed work.
CHISEL PLOW Sehyung Amazon Co., Ltd produces chisel plows and compound plows under the name ‘Sirius’. It is a composite product designed to be used at once from tillage, plowing, and sowing according to the condition of the cultivated land. It consists of models that can be used from 2.5m upto 5m. Sirius was developed
to work effectively for tillage and seeding in all kinds of agricultural land, and the tillage speed is up to 8~20km/h, so it is possible to do seeding work through tillage work and complex work with high speed.
WECAN ROTATING DISC PLOW WECAN Rotating disc plow which FIT COREA cater for Philippines. It is a full-body casting mold gear box & Powerful side gear system, and hydraulic cylinders with automatic locking valve. The center and side-driven is excellent for deep plowing as the rice straws and soils are perfectly turned over. The rotation disc type allows for excellent performance on the fields with lots of straws & weeds.
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KOREA AGRI NEWS
MACHINE UPDATE
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South Korea launched New Technology
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02 From February 16th to 18th, the 2022 International Livestock Expo was held at EXCO in Daegu, South Korea. KTCC participated in the expo and formally introduced the excellence of the new “Waterlox 5822” (a small water purification/sterilization water treatment system). The KTCC’s small water treatment system (groundwater purification/disinfection system) is used for odor reduction and groundwater disinfection in a situation where hygiene management and autonomous quarantine work of livestock farmers are very important due to the outbreak of AI (avian influenza) and foot-and-mouth disease. It is getting a good response from farmers. Waterlox 5822 is an electrochemical technology that has hypochlorous acid as its main component. Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) contains Na+ and has more than 80 times higher sterilization power than sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl), which is usually called ‘Clorox.” There are no residual toxic chemicals, so it is safe for the human body and it has excellent sterilization power.
Jekwang launched the JK-578 side transfer machine that loads seedling trays that have been planted and transfers them to the side during the operation of the automatic sowing machine. The Side transfer machine does not use a pneumatic cylinder and uses only a motor to minimize the vibration of the seedling trays and loads it. The side receiving part also uses a belt to complete sowing, and the loaded seedling trays is transported without vibration. CEO of Jekwang, said, “We are continuing research and development as well as product development and improvement to increase farm income by reducing manpower and improving work efficiency. I will try,” he said.
Another advantage is that it does not cause environmental pollution because it will return to the water if it is not used after a certain period of time.
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February 2022
CELEBRATION Jeffrey celebrated his birthday last February 13, 2022
“Thank you FIT COREA for celebrating my birthday and for giving me a special gift. I’m always be grateful for all the blessings and looking forward for more years to celebrate with you guys! Big thanks to Sir Philip and to everyone!! “ JEFFREY
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Interview and review video of Rice mill owners
New video for 5in1 Rice mill full operation
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