Three Siblings Unite to Sustain Their Family Orchard in Human Theater

KBS 1TV's long-running documentary series "Human Theater" is set to feature the inspirational story of Seong Eun-yeong, a third-year farmer who returned to her rural hometown to protect her family's apple orchard.

On August 18, the episode titled "Eun-yeong Has Returned" will air, highlighting Eun-yeong's journey from life in Seoul back to the countryside. Forging a new path after her mother passed away from salivary gland cancer, Eun-yeong came home three years ago to support her father, who had been tending the apple farm alone. Despite her petite frame, she throws herself into the physically demanding tasks of farming, learning the ropes day by day. Local elders affectionately refer to Eun-yeong as the "idol farmer," praising her ceaseless optimism and selfless care for others.

The orchard is much more than a place of work—it’s a foundation that sustains the family's spirit and connects their generations. Against her mother's wishes, the second child, Giyoon (31), also chose to follow in their father's footsteps, becoming an agricultural instructor. Meanwhile, their youngest sibling, Eunseo (23), still treasures her freedom but joins her siblings in cultivating beans and running a hands-on agricultural experience center. Thanks to Eunseo's skills in the kitchen, the youngest sibling's baking program—featuring sweet corn and blueberries grown by the family—has been warmly received by local children and residents.

Of course, farming comes with its share of unexpected difficulties. When heavy rains threaten to flood their entire bean field, the three siblings band together and work tirelessly to safeguard their crops. The sight of their united effort and unwavering support for each other is sure to move viewers' hearts.

"Eun-yeong Has Returned" tells not just the story of one woman's renewed life among the cherished memories of her parents' apple orchard, but also the growth and transformation of three siblings learning that they are no longer alone. Many viewers are eager to see what new fruits this season will bring as Eun-yeong breathes new life into the orchard.

The special series "Eun-yeong Has Returned" will be broadcast daily at 7:50 a.m. from August 18 to August 22 on KBS 1TV.

Note “This article was translated from the original Korean version using AI assistance, and subsequently edited by a native-speaking journalist.”

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