Xinfeng Navel Oranges

Xinfeng Navel Oranges

Xinfeng Navel Oranges is a geographical indication certification trademark.

　　Xinfeng is located in the southern part of Jiangxi Province, adjacent to Guangdong. With its mild climate, abundant heat, and long frost-free period, it has cultivated Xinfeng navel oranges that are large, brightly colored, sweet and mildly acidic, crisp and tender, juicy and easy to eat, with a rich aroma—earning them the title “the No. 1 Orange in China.” Xinfeng navel oranges are highly nutritious, containing various essential nutrients required by the human body. According to tests, every 100 mL of fresh orange juice contains: 207 joules of calories, 0.9 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat, 203.9 mg of amino acids, 0.127 mg of vitamin A, 0.08 mg of vitamin B1, 0.03 mg of vitamin B2, 60 mg of vitamin C, and is also rich in elements such as calcium, iron, and phosphorus. Regular consumption can help lower cholesterol, break down fats, reduce the accumulation of non-ferrous metals and radioactive elements in the body, clear internal heat and beautify the skin, prevent cancer, and promote longevity.

　　 In the new century, Xinfeng navel orange production has gradually moved toward green development, with the widespread promotion of pollution-free cultivation techniques across the county. In December 2000, Xinfeng navel oranges were tested by the Ministry of Agriculture’s Food Quality Supervision and Testing Center. The test report showed that all data—including percentages of soluble solids, total acidity, solid-acid ratio, edible rate, levels of mercury, lead, arsenic, cadmium, fluorine, and pesticide residues—met the technical requirements of GB/T12947-1991 and NY/T268-95. In July 2001, after review by the China Green Food Development Center, Xinfeng navel oranges were certified as Grade A Green Food products. On September 9, 2003, following deliberation by the Jiangxi Famous Brand Strategy Promotion Committee, Xinfeng navel oranges were recognized as a “Jiangxi Famous Brand Product,” further elevating their fruit quality and market competitiveness.

　　 The reason navel oranges are called “navel” oranges is because they have a navel-like structure at the end, from which the fruit draws nutrients day and night, hence earning the beautiful name of green “placenta.” Especially those grown in the mountains have even more potent benefits. That’s why Gannan navel oranges enjoy worldwide fame.

　　 The main varieties of Xinfeng navel oranges include Newhall, Frost, Navelina, and Washington navel oranges. The harvest season is every November, but advance orders are also accepted.

　　 Xinfeng navel oranges are large, brightly colored, richly aromatic, juicy and delicious, and are high in vitamin C, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, beta-carotene, citric acid, hesperidin, as well as substances such as aldehydes, alcohols, and olefins. They are reputed to “fill a room with fragrance when brought indoors” and are considered an excellent fruit due to their rich nutrition. In 1996, our county was honored with titles such as “China’s Hometown of Navel Oranges,” “Navel Orange Export Base County,” “Navel Orange Geographical Indication Protection Label,” and “Nation’s Only Navel Orange Standardization Demonstration Zone.”