[Reporter Han Ik-hwan] Koo Ja-kyun, CEO of Nonggyeong Co., Ltd., a leading company in potting soil, received a Presidential Commendation.
On the 14th, the Ministry of SMEs and Startups held the '2024 SME Technology & Management Innovation Show (K-INNO SHOW 2024) Meritorious Service Awards Ceremony' at the Ulsan Convention Center (UECO), honoring CEO Koo Ja-kyun's achievements.
Located in Deoksan-eup, Jincheon-gun, North Chungcheong Province, Nonggyeong Co., Ltd. holds the number one market share in the potting soil industry and has been loved by farmers for 34 years.
Since its founding in 1991, CEO Koo Ja-kyun, the second-generation leader following the first-generation Chairman Koo Chang-hoe, has solidified the company
's position as a homegrown enterprise dedicated to researching and developing the best potting soil in Korea. Nongkyung Co., Ltd. satisfies customer needs through a diverse product lineup including products for rice paddies, horticulture, and custom applications.
Recently, based on ESG management guidelines, the company completed environmental improvements for carbon neutrality and the establishment of production lines through digital transformation, completing preparations for a new leap forward.
Recipient CEO Koo Ja-kyun stated, "I feel an even greater sense of responsibility and mission upon receiving this award in recognition of my contributions to agricultural development," and expressed his aspirations, saying, "I will use this as an opportunity to support global expansion by creating a new paradigm for exporting potting soil technology."
Potting soil is artificial soil possessing physical, chemical, and biological properties designed to promote seed germination and produce high-quality seedlings.
Used by all farmers in South Korea, potting soil guarantees robust seedling growth by ensuring crop yields, facilitating agricultural accessibility, and providing stable quality.
The Presidential Commendation for SMEs is an honorable award presented to companies or representatives who have achieved outstanding results in the development and strengthening of competitiveness of SMEs,
signifying the recognition and encouragement of their efforts and achievements.
 

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