Xixian Apples

Xixian Apples

　　Xixian apples are a specialty of Xixian County in Linfen City, Shanxi Province. Xixian is a well-known apple production base. Its “Fuji” apples are finely textured, firm, juicy, fragrant, high in sugar, moderately sweet and acidic, and resistant to storage and transportation. They enjoy the reputation of “Xizhou Red” and are highly favored in the market.

　　Another characteristic of Xixian apples is that they are green and pollution-free, with an excellent reputation. This stems from their “green” management practices, such as the extensive use of organic fertilizer and fruit bagging to prevent pests. In the peak summer month of July, during the weed growth period in orchards, fruit farmers forgo herbicides and instead use labor-intensive manual weeding to ensure the premium quality of Xixian apples.