Majiagou Celery is one of the famous local specialties of Shandong Province. With over 1,000 years of cultivation history, the celery is uniquely shaped by its planting techniques and ecological environment. It features green leaves and yellow stems, is hollow and fiber-free, tender and crispy, with a delicious taste. Moreover, it is rich in calcium, iron, carotene, and other essential trace elements required by the human body...
Homemade Toothfish Cubes is a specialty dish from Qingdao. This dish is characterized by its delicious fish meat and fragrant fish broth. Toothfish has a delightful flavor, whether eaten as meat or made into soup, both are fresh and appetizing. Homemade Toothfish Cubes is a popular dish in the daily diet of Qingdao locals. Toothfish is highly nutritious, and regular consumption can...
Strawberries, also known as Western berries or red berries, originated in Europe and were introduced to China in the early 20th century, quickly becoming popular across the country. With their heart-shaped appearance, vibrant pink-red color, juicy flesh, sweet and tangy taste, pleasant aroma, and rich nutrition, strawberries have earned the reputation of the “Queen of Fruits.”…
The waters of LaiXi Lake are crystal clear, sweet to the taste, and immaculately clean, maintaining Class I surface water quality year-round as per national standards. The lake is home to over 30 species of freshwater fish. In 2009, it was certified as a national organic food product, designated by the Ministry of Agriculture as a National Healthy Aquaculture Demonstration Base and a Leisure Fisheries Demonstration Area in Shandong Province. In May 2010, it also received National Agricultural Product地理标志 (Geographical Indication) protection registration.
The geographical location of Laixi at the center of the Jiaodong Basin, combined with the marine climate of Qingdao, provides the optimal environmental conditions for the growth and development of silkworms. The “Laixi Silk” series of products are silk tourism and cultural souvenirs developed by the Laixi City Silk Company. The cocoons used feature leading domestic indicators in terms of filament length, fineness, cleanliness, and color...
Laixi has long had the tradition of cultivating, crafting, and appreciating artistic gourds. With a wide variety of gourd types, abundant raw materials, and comprehensive craftsmanship categories, a distinctive local gourd culture has emerged. Gourds possess natural beauty in shape, a hardened woody texture, and a medium-yellow rind, making them ideal materials for arts and crafts. Artistic gourds...
Yunsan Town enjoys the reputation of being the "No. 1 Big Cherry Town in Jiaodong." Yunsan Big Cherries are known for their bright red color, delicate transparency, well-shaped fruits, thick and tender flesh, fine and dense texture, abundant juice, seedless or small-seeded flesh, richly fragrant aroma, and high nutritional value. They are highly favored and hailed as the "diamond fruit." In the last century...
According to the *Pingdu County Annals*, Renzhao onions have a history of over 100 years. At that time, the planting area was small, the bulbs were small, and yields were low. In 1990, Huangpi (yellow-skinned) onions were introduced in Shabei Village, Renzhao Town. The annual planting area of Renzhao onions in the region exceeds 120,000 mu, with a total output of 750,000 tons and an annual total output value of over 500 million yuan. …
Old Store apples are produced in Jiudian Town, located in the northeastern mountainous area of Pingdu City on the Shandong Peninsula. The region’s unique geographical location, soil conditions, and climate are highly suitable for apple cultivation. The town began developing its apple industry in 1980, expanding apple orchards from 4,000 mu to the current 40,000 mu, and total apple production has grown from 600,000 kilograms to...
Brand agriculture — leading the agricultural development of Zhugou Town onto a distinctive path. The national registration of Zhugou Strawberry as a geographical indication for agricultural products has improved the product quality and market competitiveness of Zhugou strawberries, promoted the sound development of the strawberry industry in Zhugou Town, and provided a replicable model for the development of other agricultural product industries such as Zhugou Small Sweet Melon. In May this year, Qing…
Datian Town is located in the northeastern part of Pingdu City, covering a total area of 148.7 square kilometers with 55,000 mu of arable land. The eastern part consists of alluvial plains, while the western part features mountainous hills. This unique geographical environment provides ideal natural conditions for developing a forestry and fruit economy. The thin-skinned walnut industry originated from 1…
Pingdu Big Peanuts, a specialty of Pingdu County in Shandong Province, China, are a nationally recognized geographical indication product. As shown in Figure 1, the variety “Luyao 11” of Pingdu Big Peanuts is purely natural and pollution-free, rich in various essential trace elements required by the human body. Its nutritional components meet the standards of green health foods, making it a high-quality, premium green...
Zhugou strawberries are primarily grown around Zhugou Town in Pingdu City. The strawberry planting area covers approximately 30,000 mu, with an annual yield of 60 million kilograms. Zhugou Town is located at the eastern tip of the Jiaodong Peninsula, at the foot of the historic Liangmu Mountain, boasts a long history, and is one of the cradles of China's agricultural civilization. Zhugou Town is recognized as the “Qingdao Ten-Thousand-Mu Pollution-Free Strawberry Production Base”...
Renzhao garlic sprouts are emerald green in color, of moderate thickness, and have a pure flavor. Rich in protein, fat, crude fiber, vitamins, and amino acids, they have become one of the most renowned products in the "Guhai" series of vegetables from Renzhao, as well as a key focus in the town’s vegetable cultivation. The production area of Renzhao garlic sprouts is located in the southeastern part of Pingdu City, along the banks of the Dagu River...
At the 9th China International Agricultural Products Trade Fair, the "Big Yellow Port" cherry tomatoes from Mingcun Town, Pingdu City, won the gold award. This is another prestigious honor for the "Big Yellow Port" cherry tomatoes following their selection as one of Shandong’s “Top Ten Geographical Indication Products” in July this year. The "Big Yellow Port" cherry tomatoes are grown in the Sanhe Mountain area, where the natural geographical…
The nectarine fruits have smooth surfaces with naturally glossy skin, vibrant colors that resist staining, and flesh that varies in taste from sweet to tart depending on the variety. Their attractive appearance, crisp sweetness, and pleasant texture make them a delightful treat. As the first fruit of spring in the northern regions, they bring a sense of freshness, the early arrival of spring, and the joy of savoring the season, delighting both the eyes and the palate.
Pingdu City is known as the "Hometown of Beef Cattle in China," with an annual beef production of 25,000 tons. The beef cattle industry contributes 200 million yuan to farmers' income each year. In 2010, the city's animal husbandry output value reached 2.73 billion yuan, accounting for 46.2% of the total agricultural output value. It is reported that Pingdu has initially formed an industrialized operation system integrating beef cattle breeding, …
Honglan Spinach is a specialty of Pingdu City, Qingdao, Shandong Province. Honglan Spinach: Originally grown in Honglan Village, Nancun Town, this spinach has a long history. Since ancient times, there has been a saying: “Honglan Spinach is the best under heaven; daughters here need not worry about marriage; as long as you can grow big spinach, you’ll never fear hardship or hunger.” It is precisely because Honglan’s spinach is rich in nutrients, containing…
Jiangjiabu scallions have a long cultivation history. During the Ming Dynasty, they were widely grown along the west bank of the Dagushui River (now including areas such as Guxian, Renzhao, and Nancun). In 1552 AD, the scallions were honored by Emperor Shizong of the Ming Dynasty as the "King of Scallions." They are also mentioned multiple times in the 1987 "Pingdu County Annals." Among the many varieties of scallions in China...
Haidi Village, Jinkou Town, Jimo City, Qingdao. Thanks to Haidi Village’s unique coastal geographical location and its distinctive soil and climate conditions, the area has a long-standing tradition of growing celery. The celery produced here boasts a vibrant green color, tall and upright plants, solid and crisp stalks—tender as jade in youth, and tree-like in maturity. Its flavor is refreshingly fragrant and invigorating. Haidi Village…