Development Status

We pursue sustainable forest management

KFCC Forest Management

Through the Korea Forest Certification Council (KFCC-FM), KBB preserves the natural ecosystem of forests, benefits workers and local communities, and guarantees sustainable forest management free from illegal forest damage or trade.

KFCC is a forest management certification system operated by the Korea Forestry Promotion Institute under the Korea Forest Service, and it is internationally recognized with the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest

  • Certification Number

    KFCC/02-010PFFC/43-23-009(mutual recognition)

  • Area of Certification

    496.6ha

  • Scope of Certification

    KBB Forest Management for Timber and Non-Timber Forest Products (Wild-simulated Ginseng, Other Products)

  • Applicable Standard

    KFCC-S-01 / Forest Management (FM)

  • Certification Date

    December 31, 2024

Refer to KFCC database
(https://kfcc.kofpi.or.kr)to verify the validity of this certification.

KBB is a leading contributor to forest conservation in Korea and has obtained the KFCC-FM Certification for the third time in Korea for its privately-owned and managed forest (496.6ha) in Pocheon, Gyeonggi-do.

Major Biological Award – Plant Group
Pinusdesiflora
Quercus spp
Alnus japonica
Pyrus pyrifolia
Asian bistort
Allium thunbergii
Major Biological Award – Animal Group
Dendrocopos major
Otus sunia
Capromulgrus indicus
Elaphe anomala
Gobiobotia macrocephala
Nyctereutes procyonoides

The First KFCC for Wild-simulated Ginseng Forest in Korea

  • The First KFCC for Wild-simulated Ginseng Forest in Korea

    01
    Preserve Forest Ecosystem Based on Sustainable Forest Management

    Avoid large-scale logging for Wild-simulated Ginseng cultivation and practice sustainable forest management

    Preserve the health and vitality of forest ecosystem to maintain various forest functions

  • The First KFCC for Wild-simulated Ginseng Forest in Korea

    02
    Cultivate Wild-simulated Ginseng by Prioritizing Environment and Quality

    Create the best forest environment for producing high-quality and clean Wild-simulated Ginseng

    Prohibit the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, and adopt eco-friendly management methods

  • The First KFCC for Wild-simulated Ginseng Forest in Korea

    03
    Protect Biodiversity and Water Resources

    Identify biodiversity-related status, discover and solve related issues, and monitor regularly

    Designate and manage protected zone to preserve and cultivate the water resources

  • The First KFCC for Wild-simulated Ginseng Forest in Korea

    04
    Forest Contributing to Community and Safety of Forest Workers

    Hire local workers for Wild-simulated Ginseng cultivation and forestry work to create jobs and boost local economy

    Provide safety training for forestry workers and conduct thorough risk assessments

KBB Collaborates with Local Residents, Workers, and Local Governments to Promote Sustainable Forest Management.

  • Korea Forest Service

    Proponent Korea Forestry Promotion Institute

  • Local Forest Association

    Forest worker

    Workers and Laborers
  • Government National Institute of Forest Science, Pocheon City
  • Community Local Residents