Northeast sable fur is one of the “Three Treasures of the Northeast” and is known as the “King of Furs.” There are two types of sable fur: sable fur and mink fur, among which sable fur is more precious. Sable fur is a type of fine-haired fur, with excellent leather, soft yet sturdy, thickly furred, and lustrous in color. Especially noteworthy are the uniform white guard hairs hidden within its dark brown fur—what experts call “ink hiding needles.” Sable fur is ranked as top-grade or premium material for making high-end fur garments due to its luxurious appearance and superior warmth.
Northeastern ginseng, known as the foremost of the “Three Treasures of the Northeast,” is hailed as the “King of Herbs.” Wild ginseng is referred to as “wild ginseng” and is more precious, while cultivated ginseng is called “garden ginseng.” Ginseng contains components such as ginsenosides, ginseng acid, aromatic oils, plant sterols, and vitamin glycosides. It has effects such as stimulating the central nervous system, promoting metabolism, and lowering blood sugar. …
"Milk-flower kidney beans are produced in Yian — their colors are pure and grains are plump, with versatile uses, rich flavors, and exceptional nutritional value. They enrich both merchants and farmers, and reach countries all over the world." This is a true portrayal of the milk-flower kidney beans from Yian County. In recent years, Yian County has focused on developing milk-flower kidney beans — which are highly nutritious, adaptable, multi-purpose, marketable, and economically beneficial...
Yian, derived from the name of the "Yikeming'an Banner" (a historical banner administrative division), has undergone three distinct historical periods—from the Republic of China (founded in 1923) to 2004—namely the era of the Republic of China, the puppet state of Manchukuo, and the People's Republic of China. Through continuous development and construction by its people, as well as the growth and reproduction of flora and fauna, and the alternation of natural conditions...
Purple-flowered Oil Beans are a specialty product of Yian County, highly praised by consumers for their large size, plump flesh, delicious taste, and stringless quality. With an annual planting area of 100,000 mu, they are strictly cultivated according to Grade A green food production technical standards. In 1997, they were named...
Black Soil Baijiu is produced in the current administrative region of Gan Nan Town, Gan Nan County, Heilongjiang Province. This is based on the "Request for Application of the Geographic Indication Product Protection Area for 'Black Soil Baijiu'" issued by the People's Government of Gan Nan County, Heilongjiang Province, Document No. Gan Zheng Cheng [2012] 29, and the enterprise standard of Heilongjiang Hecity Distillery Co., Ltd.: Q/HHJ01-20…
The "Gannan Millet" produced by the Honggu Coarse Cereals Planting Professional Cooperative in Gannan County has been awarded the Geographical Indication Certification for Agricultural Products of the People's Republic of China by the Ministry of Agriculture, making it the first farmer professional cooperative in Gannan County to receive this honor. "Gannan Millet" is also the first agricultural product from the county to be granted national geographical indication status. According to...
Gannan County has a long history of sunflower cultivation. Its sunflower seeds have been certified as Green Food by the National Green Food Development Center, boasting high yields, large kernels, bright color, and excellent taste. They are known to benefit brain health, nourish the liver, support kidney function, lower blood pressure, and reduce cholesterol, making them highly sought after by domestic and international buyers. In 2000, Gannan County was named…
Belonging to the Poaceae family, it has a fibrous root system with well-developed adventitious roots. The inflorescence is a panicle and the plant is self-pollinating. It is an annual cultivated cereal crop. The stems are erect, growing 30–100 cm tall. The leaves are arranged alternately in two rows, linear-lanceolate in shape, with membranous, bilobed ligules. The panicle is loose; the spikelets are oblong, laterally compressed, and contain three florets. The glumes are highly reduced, leaving only...
The Nenjiang Plain is the largest grain-producing base in China, boasting fertile soil and being one of the country’s top sunflower production areas. It benefits from convenient transportation and a wide variety of agricultural products. The Gannan County Sunflower Professional Cooperative is committed to boosting industrial development and helping farmers achieve prosperity. In order to enhance product quality, improve commercial value, and expand market reach…
Soybeans, known in ancient China as shu, are a type of legume whose seeds are rich in protein. They are oval or spherical in shape and come in colors such as yellow, light green, and black, hence also referred to as yellow soybeans, green soybeans, and black soybeans. Soybeans are most commonly used to make various bean products, press soybean oil, brew soy sauce, and extract protein. The residue or coarsely ground soybeans are also frequently used as animal feed. In China, Japan, and Korea, tofu of varying firmness has been consumed for thousands of years. Processed soybeans can also be made into soy sauce or fermented bean curd. In modern Europe and America, tofu is also eaten, but is generally used as a substitute for dairy products.
There are nearly a hundred varieties of mushrooms in the Mirror Lake Mountain area. They can be found on all the surrounding mountains. These mushrooms are famous for their large size, vibrant color, and delicious taste. The most common ones include yellow milk cap, chicken-of-the-woods, hazel mushroom, pine mushroom, and flat mushroom, all of which are produced in abundance. Yellow milk caps and chicken-of-the-woods grow in early summer, with peak growth during midsummer. The yellow milk cap, also known as golden-top mushroom or imperial mushroom, only grows on dead elm wood. Its cap is grass-yellow, funnel-shaped, and two to fourteen centimeters wide; its stem bases are connected, and the flesh is pure white. When fresh, it tastes exceptionally delicious when stir-fried with eggs or chicken chunks, and makes even more flavorful dumplings.
The Jingpo Lake forest area features vast mountain ranges, dense tree cover, a warm climate, and abundant rainfall, making it ideal for the growth of black wood ear. Black wood ear is an edible fungus belonging to the class Basidiomycetes and the order Auriculariales. It is saprophytic, growing on dead tree branches and trunks. Its flat shape resembles a human ear, hence the name “wood ear,” also known as black wood ear. Fresh wood ear is gelatinous, semi-transparent,…
In the Jingpo Lake mountain area, Bohai Town, and Shalan Township, basalt can be found everywhere. It not only forms unique landforms such as basalt lava plateaus, underground lava caves, and volcanic crater forests, but also provides valuable information from deep within the Earth. Additionally, due to the special uses of this type of rock, it is attracting more and more attention.
"Post Station" Horse Jerky originated among the early inhabitants of ancient post stations in Northeast China during the Ming and Qing dynasties, boasting a history of several hundred years. Made from premium horse meat sourced from the Nenjiang Grassland and crafted using traditional recipes of the post station people combined with modern high-tech methods, this product features a unique flavor, rich nutrition, delicate texture, and an unforgettable aftertaste. It is an excellent choice for home use, travel, and as a gift…
Black fungus is one of the unique mountain delicacies of Northeast China. It contains eight essential amino acids and vitamins required by the human body, offering high nutritional value as well as certain medicinal benefits. Rich in gelatinous substances, black fungus has a beneficial cleansing effect on the digestive system. It helps cleanse the intestines, moisturize the bowels, reduce blood clots, and alleviate coronary artery…
Longjiang Rice produced by Luhexiang Rice Planting Cooperative in Longjiang County, Heilongjiang Province, from Toubuzhen, Xingshan, Guanghou, Huamin, Hegang, Baishan, Longjiang Town, Longxing Town, Luhe Township, and Jiqinhe Township. The geographical coordinates are between 122°24′28″ to 123°37′19″ east longitude and 46°…
Established in January 1948, the Chahayang Farm is one of the earliest farms in the People's Republic of China, China’s first green food rice production base, and one of the four major irrigation areas in Northeast China. The “Chahayang” rice produced here is irrigated naturally using unpolluted water from the Nomon River. It is snow-white, translucent, soft, sweet, and of excellent quality...
Longjiang millet has long been renowned, with a history of millet cultivation that dates back many years. Historical records indicate that between 1927 and 1929, the average annual planting area of millet had already reached 500,000 mu. With the introduction of new technologies, Longjiang County has become a distribution hub for miscellaneous grain production and sales in western Heilongjiang Province, one of China’s top 100 grain-producing counties, and has established a national standardized production base for green food ingredients including miscellaneous grains, corn, and sunflowers.
Tailai County, known as the "Hometown of Mung Beans," has now become a production base yielding nearly 10,000 tons of mung beans annually. The "Tailaifu" brand mung beans have become the top choice for showcasing at the Harbin Economic and Trade Fair and gaining popularity at the Green Food Expo. I. Superior Cultivation Conditions Tailai County is located at the upper limit of the first accumulated temperature zone in Heilongjiang Province, with an annual active accumulated temperature of 2…