Shanghang Huai Pigs

Shanghang Huai Pigs

Shanghang Huai Pigs is a geographical indication certification trademark.

　　Shanghang Huai Pigs are named after their place of origin, Shanghang County, and are an outstanding local pig breed with a thousand-year history of farming. The tradition of raising Huai Pigs is widespread among local households. Despite the challenges involved in breeding them, they are highly favored by the public for their tender and delicious meat.

　　Shanghang Huai Pigs were among the first group of pig breeds included in the national livestock and poultry genetic resources protection list by the Ministry of Agriculture. Since 2000, conservation efforts for the Huai Pig genetic resources have been underway. Through nearly a decade of breeding and preservation, the Huai Pig population has significantly expanded. In 2010, the population reached 18,000, with 25,000 pigs being marketed. The conservation work has achieved preliminary success, and the Huai Pig population now has the foundation for industrial development.

　　Huai Pigs are raised using traditional methods over extended periods. Their meat is known for high amino acid content, rich calcium levels, abundant collagen, fine muscle fibers, low cholesterol, rich nutrition, tender texture, and sweet, delicious flavor. Shanghang Huai Pigs are an outstanding local breed of Shanghang County and were among the first group of pig breeds included in the national livestock and poultry genetic resources protection list by the Ministry of Agriculture.

　　Huai Pigs (commonly known as “Black Pigs”) have a history of over a thousand years of breeding in Shanghang County, Longyan City, Fujian Province. They are raised using traditional methods over long periods, resulting in meat that is high in amino acids, calcium, and collagen, with fine muscle fibers, low cholesterol, and rich nutrition. The meat is tender, sweet, and delicious. Shanghang Huai Pigs are an outstanding local breed of Shanghang County and were among the first group of pig breeds included in the national livestock and poultry genetic resources protection list by the Ministry of Agriculture.

　　As one of the major pig-farming counties in Fujian Province, Shanghang County has adopted an eco-friendly approach to pig farming. The Shanghang Ruxi Huai Pork is especially renowned for being green, healthy, and tender, winning the hearts of many consumers. However, due to the slow growth of Huai Pigs and tight market supply, relevant departments in Shanghang County have taken multiple measures to accelerate the industrial development of Ruxi Huai Pigs.

　　Shanghang County integrates development planning, approval systems, support policies, and pollution control technologies. They have implemented techniques such as separating rainwater from wastewater and separating solid from liquid manure. Currently, six pig farms in the county have installed solid-liquid manure separators, and about 70% of farms use the "pig-biogas-fruit" ecological three-dimensional farming model. The county has introduced and promoted zero-emission biogas fermentation technology, and it is expected to build 30,000 square meters of biogas fermentation pigsties by the end of the year. “Shanghang Huai Pigs were included in the national livestock and poultry genetic resources protection list in August 2000. Currently, the county's Huai Pig population has reached 50,000, with annual sales exceeding 45,000 pigs. Efforts are accelerating towards the industrialization of Huai Pigs.” In addition, while actively exploring ecological breeding and circular economy models for animal husbandry, Shanghang County also strictly follows ecological breeding requirements for feeding, disease prevention, and medication. It enforces separation between humans and livestock, rigorous disinfection, and effective control of animal diseases, ensuring all produced pork meets pollution-free standards.