Qiandao Lake Fish

Qiandao Lake Fish

Qiandao Lake Fish is a geographical indication protected product.

　　1. Qiandao Lake Organic Fish Are Wild-Raised

　　　　The Qiandao Lake area spans 573 square kilometers, roughly the size of Singapore. The organic fish in Qiandao Lake are wild, not farmed, roaming freely in the vast waters. Due to the clear water and low nutrient content, the fish must actively search for food or avoid predators, resulting in high levels of movement and naturally tender, delicate meat.

　　2. The Water Quality of Qiandao Lake Is Excellent—Good Water Produces Good Fish

　　　　The waters of Qiandao Lake are crystal-clear and transparent, with visibility reaching 9–11 meters. The average sand content is just 0.007 kilograms per cubic meter, making it a national first-class water body that meets drinking water standards without any treatment. As early as the Tang Dynasty, it was celebrated for its clarity with the verse: “The clear stream clears my heart; its color is unlike that of other waters. I ask about the Xin’an River—how can any water be as clear as this?” According to tests by relevant departments, the pH level of Qiandao Lake water ranges from 7.1 to 7.4, making it weakly alkaline, with dissolved oxygen levels above 6 mg per cubic meter and extremely low levels of pollutants. It is truly “clear stream water.” Hence, the saying “Qiandao Lake water is rare in the world” is well deserved. The slightly sweet Nongfu Spring water is produced here, and the organic fish of Qiandao Lake swim daily in this “Nongfu Spring,” with absolutely no muddy or fishy taste.

　　3. Organic Fish Don’t Eat Feed—They Eat Tonics

　　　　Qiandao Lake organic fish are wild and grow naturally, consuming no feed. Moreover, Qiandao Lake is China’s largest national forest park, with thousands of hectares of pine forests. In spring, pine pollen blankets the mountains, providing these natural tonics that nourish vitality and boost health. This gives Qiandao Lake’s organic fish not only delicious flavor but also great nutritional value.

　　4. Long Growth Cycle

　　　　Qiandao Lake organic fish take at least seven years from stocking to harvest. As the saying goes, “Slow work produces fine results.” After such a long period of growth, the flavor is naturally exquisite.