The Taimali Township 40th Sugar Apple Production and Marketing Team performed exceptionally for the 2019 National Top Ten Outstanding Agricultural Production and Marketing Teams evaluation. The team, which received high affirmation by the judges and an award of honor, mainly consists of young farmers who have been producing safe, high-quality sugar apples through innovative management methods and compliance with all agricultural-related government policies. The Council of Agriculture held the recognition event on November 27 with Minister Chen Chi-chung as the host. President Tsai Ing-wen presented the awards, offered congratulations to the winners, and encouraged the Taimali team to continue working hard toward establishing a new era for Taiwan’s agricultural industry.
Team leader Zheng Hong-ji and his team went to Taipei to accept the award and share in the glory together. Their experience is sure to encourage other teams in Taitung to help each other boost Taiwan’s competitiveness to thrive on the international market.