Preparing for Chuseok Amid Rising Prices

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As Chuseok approaches amidst soaring prices, many of you may be concerned about the costs of preparing for the holiday.

Every year, the burden of the shopping basket increases during the holidays, but for residents of Gyeongbuk, there are valuable shopping benefits to be aware of.

By utilizing not only large supermarkets but also traditional markets and direct trading markets, you can purchase fresh agricultural and livestock products from Gyeongbuk at reasonable prices.

Here’s an easy-to-understand summary of the Chuseok shopping savings information for residents of Gyeongbuk.

Gyeongbuk Traditional Market Agricultural and Livestock Products

Onnuri Gift Certificate Refund Event

In celebration of Chuseok, Gyeongbuk Province is holding the 'Agricultural and Livestock Products Onnuri Gift Certificate Refund Event' in 24 traditional markets across 12 cities and counties.

This event is organized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and the Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation (aT) to reduce the burden of Chuseok shopping and promote the consumption of domestic agricultural and livestock products as well as the use of traditional markets.

🗓️ Event Period

From September 16 (Wednesday) to September 20 (Sunday), 2026

🎯 Event Target

Designated stores within 24 traditional markets in 12 cities and counties of Gyeongbuk

Participating Markets:

Pohang: Jukdo Market, Jukdo Agricultural Products Market, Hyoja Market, Heunghae Market, and Donghae Market

Gyeongju: Angang Market, Seongdong Market, and Jungang Market

Gimcheon: Peace Market

Andong: Old Market and Yongseong Market

Yeongju: Native Ginseng Market, Punggi Ginseng Market, and Punggi Seonbigol Ginseng Market

Yeongcheon: Public Market

Sangju: Pungmul Market and Jungang Market

Mungyeong: Jeomchon Traditional Market

Gyeongsan: Ja-in Public Market and Hayang Kkum-bau Market

Uiseong: An-gye Traditional Market and Uiseong Traditional Market

Chilgok: Waegwan Market

Uljin: Bajigae Market

✅ Purchase domestic agricultural and livestock products and receive a refund of up to 20,000 won.

When you purchase fresh domestic agricultural and livestock products at participating stores, you can receive up to 30% of the purchase amount back in paper Onnuri gift certificates.

For purchases over 34,000 won: Refund of 10,000 won in Onnuri gift certificates

For purchases over 67,000 won: Refund of 20,000 won in Onnuri gift certificates

Maximum refund limit per person: 20,000 won

The refund applies to fresh domestic agricultural and livestock products sold at participating stores. Please check if the store is a participating store before visiting the market.

▶️ How to Receive the Refund

1. Purchase fresh domestic agricultural and livestock products at a participating store.

2. Prepare your purchase receipt and identification.

3. Visit the refund booth in the market.

4. After the verification process, receive your paper Onnuri gift certificate.

You can use your phone or ID for identification. Receipts issued during the event can be combined, but the event may end early if the market's budget is exhausted.

* You do not have to pay using Onnuri gift certificates to receive a refund. Just purchase the eligible items at designated stores and submit your receipt.

‘Baro Market’ - Affordable Gyeongbuk Agricultural Products

A direct trading market where producers and consumers meet, 'Baro Market Gyeongbuk' will also hold a special sales event for Chuseok.

Baro Market is a regular direct trading market operated by the Gyeongbuk Agricultural Resources Management Center in Buk-gu, Daegu.

🗓️ Operation Schedule for 2026

🕒 Operation Period: April 4 (Saturday) to December 6 (Sunday), 2026

⏰ Operation Hours: Every Saturday and Sunday from 9 AM to 5 PM

▶️ Chuseok Special Sales: September 19 (Saturday) to September 20 (Sunday)

🛑 Chuseok Closure: September 26 (Saturday) to September 27 (Sunday)

During the Chuseok special sales period, you can purchase seasonal fruits like apples and pears, rice, grains, and livestock products at discounts of up to 30%. A sixth industry experience center will also be operated. However, not all products will have a 30% discount, so please check the discount rates and availability on-site.

✅ Check your Baro Market points!

Baro Market also offers point accumulation and usage benefits based on purchases.

🗓️ Point Accumulation Period: April 18 to November 22, 2026

🗓️ Point Usage Period: April 18 to November 29, 2026

📝 Usage Criteria: Use in 1,000-point increments after accumulating over 3,000 points. *Accumulated points can only be used within 2026.

Before your visit, check the Baro Market website for the operation schedule, participating vendors, and available products to make your shopping experience more convenient.

Utilize traditional markets and direct trading markets wisely to reduce shopping burdens and support Gyeongbuk farmers and local businesses as you prepare for a bountiful Chuseok!

Source :https://blog.naver.com/gyeongbuk_official/224413338602

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