Juicy Peaches

Daku Juicy Peaches

Daku Juicy Peaches are a product with a registered geographical indication for agricultural products.

　　Daku Juicy Peaches

　　Fruit

　　Production Area

　　Daku Juicy Peaches are produced in the Daku Forest Farm, Panshilin Forest Farm, and Shimen Reservoir Management Area in Zhongxiang City. These areas are situated in central Hubei Province, along the middle reaches of the Han River, at the northern edge of the Jianghan Plain, and in the transitional zone between the Jianghan Plain and the northern Hubei uplands. The total land area is 58.69 square kilometers, with geographical coordinates between 112°44′–112°51′ east longitude and 31°03′–31°09′ north latitude. The terrain is primarily low mountainous and hilly, with elevations ranging from 58 to 565 meters. To the east, it borders the Huzhao Mountain Forest Farm in Jingshan County; to the south, it neighbors Changtan Town in Zhongxiang City; to the west, it adjoins Shimen Reservoir; and to the north, it connects with Dongqiao Town in Zhongxiang City. The perennial planting area of Daku Juicy Peaches is 666.67 hectares, yielding approximately 2,000 tons of high-quality peaches annually.

　　Product Quality Characteristics

　　1. External Sensory Features: Daku Juicy Peaches have smooth skin in yellowish-white color with a rosy blush on the sun-exposed side. The fruit shape is nearly round, well-formed, with shallow sutures, a flat top, and a pointed tip. The fruits are relatively large, weighing 200 grams per piece on average, up to a maximum of 400 grams. The flesh is white with reddish hues near the pit, and it clings to the stone. The texture is firm and crisp, offering excellent storability and transport resilience. The taste is crisp, sweet, and uniquely flavorful. 2. Internal Quality Indicators: Daku Juicy Peaches are distinctive in quality and rich in nutrients, containing vitamin C ≥45.1 mg/kg, soluble solids ≥12.5%, and titratable acid between 0.3%–1%. 3. Quality and Safety Standards: Daku Juicy Peaches comply with the “Pollution-Free Peach Production Technical Specifications (NY/T5114-2002)” standard.