Sanjiang Beef Jerky

Sanjiang Beef Jerky

　　Sanjiang cattle and beef jerky

　　Sanjiang County has more mountains than flat land but abundant pasture, making it suitable for raising beef cattle. The Dong and Miao ethnic groups have a long-standing tradition of cherishing and respecting cattle, often using the number of cattle owned as a measure of wealth. As a result, the beef cattle industry in Sanjiang has developed rapidly. In 2002, beef cattle were officially listed as one of the “Four Ones” projects, with plans to raise the county’s total cattle population to 120,000 during the Tenth Five-Year Plan period. In recent years, Sanjiang has increased support by planting high-quality forage, improving cattle breeds, establishing livestock markets, and developing leading beef cattle enterprises. Currently, the county has a total of 92,800 head of cattle, with 1,581 improved cattle breeds, and 5,170 acres of high-quality forage planted. Two beef cattle breeding zones have been established in Longji, Guyi Town, and Shuituan, Linxi Township, with a focus on supporting 10 large-scale breeders with herds of over 50 cattle each. Investments have also been made in building three beef cattle trading markets in Dugong, Tongle, and Fulu. Foreign investment has been introduced to establish Qiaopai Beef Co., Ltd., which processes 25,000 cattle per year. Sanjiang beef jerky is renowned for its delicious flavor and is popular both locally and beyond the region.