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Yeoju Rice
Yeoju Rice
Yeoju rice has been feeding Koreans throughout the history.
Based on the carbonized rice discovered in the prehistoric sites of Honam-ri, Jeomdong-myeon, Yeoju-si which is speculated to be from the 13th to 17th century BC, it is inferred that the history of rice farming in Yeoju based on the valleys of the Namhangang River dates back to thousands of years ago.
Three Reasons Why Yeoju Rice Is the Best
Rich Sunlight, Distinct 24 Solar Terms
Yeoju is located at the center of the Korean Peninsula, having clear four seasons and 24 Solar Terms. The region has shown the quintessential climate of Korea and has rarely suffered floods and famines. It is known as the region with good harvests every year. Moreover, sunlight beams down on crops the whole day as there are only a few high mountains. Huge temperature difference within the day increases the sugar and starch levels in rice, further enhancing its quality.
The Crystal-clear Streams in the Reserved Area of Paldang Water Supply Source
Yeoju was always known for its abundant water resource for agriculture due to the clean Namhangang River flowing in its central region. Its water is also renowned for its taste, which is why the Jachae Rice and water were both delivered to the king through the Hangang Waterway as local specialties. Currently designated as a reserved area, the Paldang Water Supply Source provides the best quality water under a pure environment, further enhancing the quality of Yeoju Rice.
Healthy Red Clay, High in Organic Matter
The agricultural area of Yeoju consists of red clay, abundant in silty soil that has rich in silicic acid and organic matter. This allows the soil to provide sufficient nutrients to crops, leading to the rice excellent in both quality and quantity. The fact that Yeoju is called the hometown of ceramics with a millennium-old tradition, living up to its name by producing the best-quality raw materials for ceramics, including clay, white clay, and kaolin, proves that the region has top-quality soil.
High-class and High-quality Rice That Was Offered to the King! Yeoju Rice
Yeoju Rice is from a pollution-free environment and boasts excellent grain quality. The grains have an extremely white color, almost to the point of shining with a blue ray like a bluish-white porcelain. It has stickiness close to sweet rice and stays soft at the same time.
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