Eastern Zhejiang White Geese

Last updated 2026-11-09 — White geese are beloved for their grace, described as “floating like clouds and moving like dragons.” Cicheng has a long history of raising geese, and the Eastern Zhejiang White Goose is an outstanding breed known for its plump, tender, juicy, and crisp meat. It grows especially quickly in its early stages, making it one of the best among small to medium-sized goose breeds in China. Typically, a 70–75-day-old white goose weighs around 4 kilograms. The dressing percentage is high — the semi-eviscerated carcass yield is 83.8%–84.85%, and the fully eviscerated carcass yield is 65.75%–69.4%. New laying geese generally begin egg production between 120–150 days old, averaging 3–5 clutches per year. Each clutch contains 8–14 eggs, with an annual egg production of 32–46 eggs, and exceptional cases reaching up to 72 eggs. The average egg weight is 149.6 grams, and the hatching rate of breeding eggs is generally over 80%. Down products made from goose feathers are popular both domestically and internationally. The “Ningbo Frozen Goose” produced here is one of the renowned local specialties, exported to regions and countries such as Hong Kong, Macau, Japan, Singapore, and France. Goose feathers, liver, intestines, and other parts are also important raw materials for the food and pharmaceutical industries.