Flavours of China – A Look at Unique Chinese Produce
"Jize Chilli Pepper" has successively obtained the national geographical indication certification trademark, registered as a geographical indication of agricultural products by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
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Introduction to Jinzhou Ya Pear
Jinzhou Ya pear is an agricultural specialty of Jinzhou City in Hebei Province, China.
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The Jinzhou Ya pear is an agricultural specialty of Jinzhou City in Hebei Province, China, with a cultivation history of 2,000 years. The production area is located in the ancient Hutuo River basin of Jinzhou City.
Jinzhou Ya pear is an agricultural specialty of Jinzhou City in Hebei Province, China.
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The unique climate and soil conditions have nurtured the distinctive qualities of the Jinzhou Ya pear, such as large size, smooth fruit surface, small fruit spots, thin skin, good color, juiciness, sweet taste, and a distinctive appearance.
Jinzhou Ya pear is an agricultural specialty of Jinzhou City in Hebei Province, China.
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It is named the Ya pear (or duck pear) because it is oval-shaped and has a duck-head-shaped protrusion (or duck protrusion) near the fruit stem.
Jinzhou Ya pear is an agricultural specialty of Jinzhou City in Hebei Province, China.
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The Jinzhou Ya pear has tender and pure flesh, with a sweet and sour taste. It is known for its reputation of being "crispy and easily crushed when ripe, leaving no residue after chewing".
Jinzhou Ya pear is an agricultural specialty of Jinzhou City in Hebei Province, China.
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With its beautiful shape, bright colour, thin skin, fine flesh, crisp and juicy texture, and sweet, refreshing taste, it is well-known throughout the country, has sold well nationwide for hundreds of years, and has been exported overseas.
Jinzhou Ya pear is an agricultural specialty of Jinzhou City in Hebei Province, China.
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It has become a high-quality, characteristic local specialty of Jinzhou City and was selected for the national list of "Local Specialties" in 2023.
Introduction to Qinglong Chestnut
In 2025, Qinglong Chestnut was awarded the International Geographical Indication Registration Certificate Trademark and the National Famous and Excellent New Agricultural Product.
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The cultivation area of Qinglong chestnut in Hebei Province, China exceeds 1 million mu, with an annual output of over 100,000 tons and an annual output value of 1.5 billion yuan. Due to its unique geographical and climatic conditions, Qinglong chestnut has become the top product of Jingdong chestnut.
In 2025, Qinglong Chestnut was awarded the International Geographical Indication Registration Certificate Trademark and the National Famous and Excellent New Agricultural Product.
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In 2025, Qinglong Chestnut was awarded the International Geographical Indication Registration Certificate Trademark and the National Famous and Excellent New Agricultural Product.
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It has the characteristics of upright fruit shape, uniform fruit grains, bright colour, high sugar content, delicate, soft and sweet meat texture, and easy peeling of its astringent skin. It is known as the "Jingdong Chestnut King" and is said to be "Chinese chestnuts represent the world's chestnuts, Yanshan chestnuts represent Chinese chestnuts, and Qinglong chestnuts represent Yanshan chestnuts".
In 2025, Qinglong Chestnut was awarded the International Geographical Indication Registration Certificate Trademark and the National Famous and Excellent New Agricultural Product.
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In 2025, Qinglong Chestnut was awarded the International Geographical Indication Registration Certificate Trademark and the National Famous and Excellent New Agricultural Product.
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The average protein content of Qinglong chestnut is 4.09g/100g, the average vitamin E content is 5.76mg/100g, the average calcium content is 209mg/kg, the average phosphorus content is 803mg/kg, and the average starch content is 40.8g/100g. All indicators are better than the reference values, possessing the unique nutritional quality of nationally renowned and excellent new agricultural products.
In 2025, Qinglong Chestnut was awarded the International Geographical Indication Registration Certificate Trademark and the National Famous and Excellent New Agricultural Product.
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In 2025, Qinglong Chestnut was awarded the International Geographical Indication Registration Certificate Trademark and the National Famous and Excellent New Agricultural Product.
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In 2025, Qinglong Chestnut was awarded the International Geographical Indication Registration Certificate Trademark and the National Famous and Excellent New Agricultural Product.
In 2025, Qinglong Chestnut was awarded the International Geographical Indication Registration Certificate Trademark and the National Famous and Excellent New Agricultural Product.
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In 2025, Qinglong Chestnut was awarded the International Geographical Indication Registration Certificate Trademark and the National Famous and Excellent New Agricultural Product.
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In 2025, Qinglong Chestnut was awarded the International Geographical Indication Registration Certificate Trademark and the National Famous and Excellent New Agricultural Product.
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Qinglong chestnuts are exported to countries and regions such as Japan, South Korea, Canada, Israel, Hungary, and Southeast Asia, with an annual export of 5,000 tons of chestnuts and annual foreign exchange earnings of US$15 million. Domestic sales cover 32 provinces and cities across the country, with e-commerce sales exceeding 3,000 tons.
Introduction to Lulong Sweet Potato
Lulong County has been cultivating sweet potatoes for over 170 years in Hebei Province, China.
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Lulong County has been cultivating sweet potatoes for over 170 years in Hebei Province, China. According to the "Lulong County Annals", during the Xianfeng period of the Qing Dynasty (1851-1861), sweet potatoes first entered the territory of Lulong and were first planted in Gebo Town. Lulong County was awarded the titles of "Hometown of Chinese Sweet Potatoes" and "Hometown of Hebei Sweet Potatoes".
In 2004, "Lulong vermicelli" was identified as a product of origin and geographical indication protection by the state.
In 2005, "Lulong vermicelli" was approved as a product of origin and geographical indication protection by the State Administration of Quality Supervision.
Lulong County has been cultivating sweet potatoes for over 170 years in Hebei Province, China.
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In 2018, "Lulong sweet potato" and "Lulong vermicelli" were respectively awarded the geographical indication certification trademark by the China National Intellectual Property Administration. In 2018, it was identified as the advantage zone of characteristic agricultural products in Hebei Province (the first batch).
Lulong County has been cultivating sweet potatoes for over 170 years in Hebei Province, China.
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In 2025, "Lulong sweet potato" was rated as the eighth regional public brand of Hebei agricultural brands. Lulong sweet potato is rich in dietary fiber, protein, carotenoids, vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin C, vitamin E, as well as more than 10 trace elements such as potassium, iron, copper, selenium, calcium, etc. It has the effects of "tonifying deficiency, replenishing Qi, strengthening spleen, stomach and kidney", which plays an important role in preventing vitamin A deficiency and protecting eyesight.
Introduction to Anping White Yam
Anping county in Hebei Province, China, has a long history of planting white yam, and due to its unique geographical advantages and natural environment, the quality of the "Little White Mouth White Yam" produced here is exceptional.
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Anping county in Hebei Province, China, has a long history of planting white yam, and due to its unique geographical advantages and natural environment, the quality of the "Little White Mouth White Yam" produced here is exceptional.
Anping county in Hebei Province, China, has a long history of planting white yam, and due to its unique geographical advantages and natural environment, the quality of the "Little White Mouth White Yam" produced here is exceptional.
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"Little" means that although its yield is low, its nutritional value is high; "White" refers to its relatively white skin, with flesh like jade, and the skin is easy to peel; "Mouth" refers to the end of the yam, which is like a baby's mouth and has a soft, sticky, and sweet taste.
Anping county in Hebei Province, China, has a long history of planting white yam, and due to its unique geographical advantages and natural environment, the quality of the "Little White Mouth White Yam" produced here is exceptional.
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Its flesh is white and delicate, with a soft and sweet taste, and extremely high nutritional value. Per hundred grams, it contains 19.9-21.5 grams of carbohydrates, 1.9-2.25 grams of protein, and significant levels of iron, zinc, copper, and manganese.
Anping county in Hebei Province, China, has a long history of planting white yam, and due to its unique geographical advantages and natural environment, the quality of the "Little White Mouth White Yam" produced here is exceptional.
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Anping county in Hebei Province, China, has a long history of planting white yam, and due to its unique geographical advantages and natural environment, the quality of the "Little White Mouth White Yam" produced here is exceptional.
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In addition, it is also rich in various nourishing ingredients that can nourish the spleen and stomach and help lower blood pressure and blood sugar. Regular consumption is beneficial for overall health.
Anping county in Hebei Province, China, has a long history of planting white yam, and due to its unique geographical advantages and natural environment, the quality of the "Little White Mouth White Yam" produced here is exceptional.
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In 2018, Anping white yam was recognised as a national geographical indication protection product.
Anping county in Hebei Province, China, has a long history of planting white yam, and due to its unique geographical advantages and natural environment, the quality of the "Little White Mouth White Yam" produced here is exceptional.
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Anping county in Hebei Province, China, has a long history of planting white yam, and due to its unique geographical advantages and natural environment, the quality of the "Little White Mouth White Yam" produced here is exceptional.
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The product is sold in 28 provinces, municipalities and autonomous regions across the country, and is also exported to more than ten countries and regions, including the United States, Japan, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Africa.
Introduction to Jize Chilli Pepper
"Jize Chilli Pepper" has successively obtained the national geographical indication certification trademark, registered as a geographical indication of agricultural products by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
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Chilli pepper, as the leading agricultural characteristic industry of Jize County in Hebei Province, China, has a long history of cultivation.
"Jize Chilli Pepper" has successively obtained the national geographical indication certification trademark, registered as a geographical indication of agricultural products by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
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Through generations of careful cultivation, the uniquely high-quality "Jize Chilli pepper" has been developed.
"Jize Chilli Pepper" has successively obtained the national geographical indication certification trademark, registered as a geographical indication of agricultural products by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
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Because it resembles sheep horns, it is also known as "Sheep Horn Pepper".
"Jize Chilli Pepper" has successively obtained the national geographical indication certification trademark, registered as a geographical indication of agricultural products by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
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During the Ming and Qing dynasties, it was a tribute to the court and became a royal seasoning, renowned for its excellence.
"Jize Chilli Pepper" has successively obtained the national geographical indication certification trademark, registered as a geographical indication of agricultural products by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
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It is characterised by thin skin, thick flesh, a rich, oily aroma, moderate spiciness, and a high vitamin C content, and is deeply loved by consumers.
"Jize Chilli Pepper" has successively obtained the national geographical indication certification trademark, registered as a geographical indication of agricultural products by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
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"Jize Chilli Pepper" has successively obtained the national geographical indication certification trademark, registered as a geographical indication of agricultural products by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, and Jize County has also won national honours such as "Hometown of Chinese Chilli", "Leading County of Chinese Chilli Industry", "Advantageous Zone of Chinese Characteristic Agricultural Products", and "National Advanced County of Agricultural Science and Technology Modernisation".
"Jize Chilli Pepper" has successively obtained the national geographical indication certification trademark, registered as a geographical indication of agricultural products by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
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Jize County has a planting area of over 65,000 acres and an annual output of over 175,000 tons of fresh peppers.
"Jize Chilli Pepper" has successively obtained the national geographical indication certification trademark, registered as a geographical indication of agricultural products by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
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There are currently 78 pepper processing enterprises, including one national-level agricultural industrialisation leading enterprise, seven provincial-level agricultural industrialisation leading enterprises, two well-known Chinese trademarks, and an annual processing capacity of over 400,000 tons of fresh peppers.
"Jize Chilli Pepper" has successively obtained the national geographical indication certification trademark, registered as a geographical indication of agricultural products by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
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The products include five major series of over 300 varieties, such as premium sauces, salted peppers, chopped peppers, chilli sauce, and seasoning powder, which are sold well domestically and exported to more than 20 countries including Russia and Vietnam.
"Jize Chilli Pepper" has successively obtained the national geographical indication certification trademark, registered as a geographical indication of agricultural products by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
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The chopped pepper series products account for 20% of the national market share, making it the largest fresh pepper processing base in the country.
"Jize Chilli Pepper" has successively obtained the national geographical indication certification trademark, registered as a geographical indication of agricultural products by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
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The output value of the entire industry chain is over 6.5 billion yuan, forming a virtuous development pattern of "buying from and selling to the whole nation ".
"Jize Chilli Pepper" has successively obtained the national geographical indication certification trademark, registered as a geographical indication of agricultural products by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
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