Fenxi Pears

Fenxi Pears

Fenxi Pears are a geographical indication agricultural product.

　　Fenxi Pears

　　The fruits of pears are commonly eaten. They are not only delicious, juicy, sweet with a hint of sourness, but also highly nutritious, containing various vitamins and dietary fibers. Different varieties of pears vary greatly in taste and texture. Pears can be eaten raw or cooked by steaming or boiling. In terms of health benefits, pears can help relieve constipation, aid digestion, and are also beneficial to cardiovascular health. Folk remedies also suggest that removing the core of a pear, filling it with rock sugar, and steaming it can help soothe coughs. Besides being consumed as a fruit, pears can also serve ornamental purposes.

　　Shanxi

　　Fenxi County Pear Industry Association

　　 Covering seven towns and townships under the jurisdiction of Fenxi County: Tuánbǎi Township, Yǒng'ān Town, Duìzhú Town, Diànpíng Township, Hépíng Town, Xíngjiāyào Township, and Sēngniàn Town, encompassing a total of 37 administrative villages. The geographical coordinates are between 111°13′22″ to 111°40′43″ east longitude and 36°27′06″ to 36°48′13″ north latitude.

　　AGI2017-02-2066