Taiping Township: The "Taiping Chicken" is an excellent breed…
Walnuts have a long cultivation history in Kang County, and the walnut industry is almost a flagship sector that benefits everyone in the county. In recent years, the Kang County Party Committee and County Government have prioritized the development of the walnut industry as a pillar for boosting rural economy and increasing farmers' income. Adhering to the overall layout of “tea in the south, mulberry in the north, and walnuts across the county,” they have achieved remarkable results through measures such as establishing bases, expanding scale, improving mechanisms, strengthening services, advancing technology, enhancing management, focusing on processing, and increasing efficiency. Currently, the walnut cultivation area reaches 243,500 mu, accounting for 24.1% of the county's total economic forest area. Among this, the productive area spans 65,000 mu, with approximately 1.2 million trees, yielding 3.307 million kilograms of dried walnuts annually. The county processes 800,000 kilograms of walnut kernels per year, generating an output value of 30.66 million yuan, ranking first in the province and accounting for 14.2% of the county’s total agricultural output value. The industry covers all 28 townships in the county, with the highest concentration in 20 central and northern townships, benefiting 162,800 people. The per capita specialized walnut income is 169 yuan, rising to 215 yuan in major production areas, representing 14.5% and 20.5% of per capita net income, respectively. The main growing areas are located in the central-northern region of the county, north of Niutou Mountain, making Kang County one of China’s key walnut production bases. Kang County walnuts are renowned both domestically and internationally for their high oil content, unique flavor, and pollution-free cultivation. The products are sold to major cities such as Tianjin, Shanghai, and Hebei, and are exported to countries including South Korea, Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia. In 1997, the county was named one of Gansu Province’s “Top Ten Counties for Forestry and Fruit Pillar Industries.” In 2001, it was recognized by the State Forestry Administration as a “National Economic Forest Construction Base County,” and in 2004, it was honored as a “China Famous Special Economic Forest – Hometown of Walnuts” by the same agency.
The black fungus produced in Kang County, Gansu Province, features large caps, dark color, thick flesh, and a crisp, tender texture. It contains significantly higher levels of protein and vitamins than most vegetables and fruits, as well as essential amino acids required by the human body. Rich in gelatinous substances, black fungus has a positive effect on the digestive and circulatory systems, making it an excellent health food...
One of the “Three Treasures of Pingliang.” The *Pingliang Prefecture Records* compiled during the Ming Dynasty documented the cultivation of yams. Pingliang yams are large and thick, shaped like chicken drumsticks, with pale yellow flesh that is slightly sticky. When cooked, they become soft, fine-textured, sweet in taste, and are considered a premium tonic. The Pingliang yam is a local variety with over 400 years of cultivation history. It is highly nutritious and contains…
Geographical Scope: Six counties and one district within Pingliang City, Gansu Province, specifically: Kongtong District, Jingchuan County, Lingtai County, Chongxin County, Huating County, Zhuanglang County, and Jingning County. Distinctive Qualities: Pingliang Red Cattle refers to a breed of red cattle produced through long-term breeding and improvement under the specific natural environment and refined farming practices of Pingliang, Gansu, China...
Chizheng Village, Chicheng Township: Known for its specialty, the Prime Minister Pear, which is renowned for its high quality.…
Zhuanglang Sweet Potato Noodles are a specialty of Zhuanglang County, Pingliang City, Gansu Province. These noodles are a traditional product of the county, made purely from sweet potatoes. They feature uniform thickness, pure texture, smooth and glossy appearance, good elasticity, neither crispy nor brittle, delicious taste, bright color, and high quality. They are resistant to overcooking without becoming mushy, have a long shelf life, and are convenient to use. The "Zhuanglang County Annals" contain dedicated records about their quality and reputation...
Zhuanglang Apples are a specialty of Zhuanglang County, Pingliang City, Gansu Province. In 2017, Zhuanglang’s first geographical indication certification trademark—“Zhuanglang Apples”—was approved by the National Trademark Office, and the Trademark Registration Certificate was issued. In 2007, Zhuanglang Apples were honored as “China’s Famous Fruits” by the China Fruit Marketing Association; in 2012, Gan…
Zhuanglang Potatoes -- Nationally Recognized Famous, Special, and High-Quality New Agricultural Product…
Zhuanglang Chicken Leg Pear…
Nanping Township: Known for its traditional bamboo weaving handicraft industry, it has long been hailed as the “Hometown of Bamboo Weaving.”…
A traditional folk handicraft, with artisans skilled in carving found in every village. Made from cowhide, the pieces are intricately carved, colored, and vibrantly colored yet tasteful. The depictions of figures and landscapes are all exquisitely crafted. (Pingliang)…
“Of Chongxin’s three marvels, celery, chili, and Wujiapi.” Wujiapi, commonly known as “running-backward ox” or also called “five-claw,” can be found throughout the naturally regenerated secondary forests in Chongxin’s damp mountainous areas. The 15th year Gazetteer of Chongxin County from the Republican Era recorded: “Wujiapi produced only in Chongxin County features leaves in sets of five, whereas other regions produce leaves in quantities ranging from three to six. Its roots can be used medicinally, …
Chongxin has a long history of growing celery, which was already documented in the “Tribute” (物产) section of the Chongxin County Annals during the Jiajing era of the Ming Dynasty. The Republican-era Chongxin County Annals recorded: Chongxin celery “has tender stalks and hollow stems, grows over three feet tall, and is an exceptional vegetable not matched by other counties.” Celery is neutral in nature, crisp and tender in texture, and rich in nutrients, containing relatively high levels of multiple…
Chongxin Jie apricots ripen early, have high yields, and are large, round fruits. The largest single fruit can weigh up to 0.25 kg, with roughly ten apricots per kilogram. Their skin is orange-yellow with a red blush, the flesh is thick, tender, and juicy, with a balanced sweet and sour flavor. The pit separates easily from the flesh, which is sweet and both edible and medicinal. …
Chongxin walnuts are widely cultivated in the southwestern mountainous areas of the county, with those from Zhouzhai in Chicheng and Ranli in Jiugong being particularly renowned for their superior quality. These walnuts are large with thin shells, and their kernels typically have an oil content of over 60%, making them suitable for both consumption and medicinal use. They enjoy a high reputation in eastern Gansu. The thin-shelled walnuts won the first prize for high-quality fruit at the second Pingliang Regional Quality Fruit Awards. …
Chongxin Crisp Pears have clean skin, high moisture content, and rich sweetness with a crisp and juicy texture. They have won several awards, including the Silver Award for Famous and High-Quality Specialty Forestry and Fruit Products in Gansu Province, the First Prize for Quality Fruits at the Second Pingliang Regional Quality Fruit Competition, and the Gold Award at the Pingliang Regional Fruit and Orchard Competition. In November 2001, Chongxin Dangshan Crisp Pears were honored as a Branded Product at the China International Agricultural Expo.…
Chongxin enjoys a superior geographical location with abundant sunlight and significant diurnal temperature variation. The apples produced here are large, brightly colored, high in sugar content, and of excellent quality. The Qiufu No. 1 apple won the gold award at the First Gansu Provincial Forestry and Fruit Products Exhibition and Trade Fair in 1997, while Shouhong Fuji, Hokkaido No. 9, and Qinguan apples respectively won gold, …
Chongxin produces 200 tons of both green and yellow apricot preserves annually. These products are rich in nutrients, aid digestion, prevent illness, and have anti-cancer properties, making them highly promising in the market. …
Chongxin Health-Giving Yellow Wine is made from locally sourced high-quality glutinous rice and sorghum, blended with precious traditional Chinese medicinal herbs such as lindera root and goji berries, and brewed using premium mineral water from Longquan Temple. Through a scientific formula and meticulous brewing process, it offers health benefits including warming the middle energizer, strengthening the stomach, promoting blood circulation to remove stasis, and enhancing the flow of medicinal effects through the tendons. It is an excellent choice for the elderly or those in delicate health to drink, as well as a thoughtful gift for family and friends. …