Hong SsangRi

Korea’s Living Treasure

Hong SsangRi is a farmer and a poet who has focused her lifelong passions in the soil. In 1997, Hong SsantRi was appointed the 14th Master of Traditional Trade by the Republic of Korea for her work in producing the finest quality artisan products. Hong SsangRi is the first individual to be recognized as Master of Traditional Trade for agricultural food products in South Korea.

Responsible for the direct management of the Cheong Maesil Plum Farm, Hong SsangRi overcame incredible hardships to keep the traditional arts of farming alive. As a result, she has cultivated a special place where the beauty of nature, the pursuit of health, and most importantly, community values are celebrated.

Books Authored By Hong SsangRi

A Tale of Beauty Treatments and Healthy Living By Maesil’s Expert, Hong SsangRi (1995, Seoul Media Group Publishing)

Hong SsangRi’s Detox Health Regimen with Maesil Plums (2003, Dream House Publishing)

Changing Your Everyday Meals into Healthy, Restorative Meals (2008, Cheong Yeon Sa Publishing)