Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS)

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Geumsan Traditional Ginseng Agricultural System

©Photo courtesy of Geumsan County

Project's full title Geumsan Traditional Ginseng Agricultural System, Republic of Korea
Introduction Geumsan traditional ginseng agricultural system is a very important agricultural heritage. It represents the culture, long history and traditions of Korea. In addition, Korean Ginseng is considered a noble crop that, beyond being merely a specialty Korean product, has been inherited as one of the spiritual heritages of the nation.
Country Republic of Korea
Start date 2018
Status Designated
Related publications
02/2018

Geumsan traditional ginseng agricultural system is a very important agricultural heritage. It represents the culture, long history and traditions of Korea. In addition, Korean Ginseng is considered a noble crop that, beyond being merely a specialty Korean product, has been inherited as one of the spiritual heritages of the nation.

Tags Biodiversity FamilyFarming IntegratedAgriculturalSystem TraditionalKnowledge