The Medicinal Crop Agricultural Cooperative Corporation was established by CEO Gu Beop-seong to revive Poria cocos, a domestic traditional Korean medicine ingredient that is becoming depleted. Located in Gochang, Jeollabuk-do, it contributes to revitalizing the supply of domestic traditional Korean medicine ingredients through the cultivation and processing of medicinal crops.

"The Medicinal Crop Agricultural Cooperative Corporation was established when CEO Gu Beop-seong, who served as an honorary professor at Sichuan University in China, returned to Korea and began directly cultivating domestic Poria cocos, which was at risk of depletion. This corporation aims to revitalize the production of frequently used medicinal ingredients in Korea and achieve 100% domestic supply."

Business Areas

• Cultivation and Production of Medicinal Crops: Specializes in the cultivation of domestic traditional Korean medicine ingredients, especially depleted Poria cocos and frequently used medicinal crops. Aims to meet domestic demand through stable production.
• Drying, Sorting, and Processing of Agricultural Products: Engages in post-harvest services, including drying, sorting, and processing cultivated medicinal crops for use as traditional Korean medicine ingredients. Manages quality through standardized cutting methods and other techniques.

Products

• Poria cocos (茯苓): The main focus is on cultivating and producing Poria cocos, a medicinal mushroom that grows on pine tree roots. The goal is to solve the depletion problem of domestic Poria cocos and ensure a stable supply.
• Other Domestic Medicinal Crops: In addition to Poria cocos, the corporation revitalizes the production of various other medicinal crops that are becoming depleted or frequently used in Korea, supplying them to the domestic traditional Korean medicine market.

Special Notes

• Expertise and Experience: CEO Gu Beop-seong is a medicinal crop expert who has been involved in the traditional Korean medicine industry for over 40 years and served as an honorary professor at Sichuan University in China. His deep knowledge and experience are central to the corporation's operations.
• Restoration and Supply of Domestic Medicinal Crops: By directly cultivating traditional Korean medicine ingredients such as domestic Poria cocos, which are at risk of depletion, the corporation contributes to increasing the self-sufficiency rate of domestic medicinal ingredients and establishing a stable supply chain.
• Scientific Cultivation and Quality Standardization Efforts: The corporation is focused on improving the quality and medicinal properties of ingredients by introducing scientific cultivation methods and promoting the standardization of traditional Korean medicine ingredient cutting techniques.

Recruitment Information

• Main Hiring Positions: Medicinal Crop Cultivation and Processing Production Staff

💡 A Word from JobPloy
The Medicinal Crop Agricultural Cooperative Corporation specializes in the cultivation of domestic medicinal crops, especially Poria cocos. It is suitable for individuals who have a strong interest in agriculture and can diligently perform crop cultivation and processing tasks. The work may primarily involve physical labor, and individuals can feel a sense of pride in contributing to the domestic traditional Korean medicine industry.