Taean County has reaffirmed its status as a leading producer of high-quality six-clove garlic, with 7,000 bundles (접) harvested on June 30 and distributed to 644 farms and agricultural corporations the following day. Priced at ₩19,000 per bundle, this year’s supply continues a trend of steady production, with 9,150 bundles in 2021, 8,350 in 2022, 12,180 in 2023, and 9,060 in 2024.
Why Taean’s Garlic Stands Out
- Disease Resistance: Grown on Gaedo Island, the garlic thrives in harsh conditions—exposed to sea winds and fog—resulting in strong natural resilience and minimal degeneration.
- Soil Advantages: The island’s soil has low bacterial contamination, reducing the risk of disease and enhancing seed stock quality.
- Health Benefits: Taean garlic is rich in allicin, a compound with proven antimicrobial and anticancer properties, making it highly valued by health-conscious consumers.
Economic and Agricultural Support
Taean County invested ₩126 million in this year’s harvest, involving 120 farmers in harvesting, sorting, and packaging. The local government plans to expand support programs to maintain Taean’s reputation as a producer of premium garlic.
Taean’s six-clove garlic demonstrates how ideal growing conditions, strong disease resistance, and strategic agricultural support can create a high-value crop. For farmers and agronomists, this variety offers both economic potential and sustainability benefits, reinforcing its status as a premium product in Korean agriculture.
