Gongcheng Pomelo

Gongcheng Pomelo

Gongcheng pomelo is a geographical indication certification trademark.

　　　Gongcheng pomelos are known for their large size, thin peel, vibrant color, crisp and tender flesh, juicy and easy-to-separate texture, sweet and refreshing taste, and unique flavor. They have an edible rate of up to 68–75%, and a soluble solid content of over 12%. Tests show that 100 ml of juice contains 11–13 grams of sugar, 0.5–1 gram of acid, 25–35 mg of vitamin C, 100 grams of pulp contains 171.66 joules of calories, 88.6 grams of water, and is rich in protein as well as essential nutrients such as calcium, phosphorus, and iron. Regular consumption can help lower cholesterol levels, eliminate harmful substances from the body, and promote overall health. In 1996, Gongcheng was honored with the title "Hometown of Chinese Pomelos."

　　Gongcheng County in Guilin, Guangxi, is the largest citrus production base in the region. Gongcheng pomelos are large with thin peels, attractive orange-red rinds that are easy to peel, crisp and tender flesh, juicy and fragrant taste, high edible rate, and are renowned for their storability and transportability, earning them international acclaim. In 1996, the county was awarded the title “Hometown of Chinese Pomelos.” As one of Guangxi’s first national-level eco-agriculture experimental zones, the Gongcheng Yao Autonomous County has vigorously developed eco-friendly, specialty, and high-efficiency agriculture, elevating the county’s ecological agriculture to new heights. With 412,700 mu (approximately 27,513 hectares) of fruit orchards and a total fruit yield of 504,100 tons, Gongcheng boasts a per capita fruit production of 1.8 tons. The county leads the region in both per capita fruit cultivation area and per capita fruit yield. Guilin's Gongcheng County produces high-quality citrus fruits and is among China’s fully green and eco-friendly fruit producers.

　　Gongcheng pomelos are cultivated using biogas liquid fertilizer, biogas residue, and organic manure. They are known for their large size, thin peel, vibrant color, crisp and tender flesh, juicy and easy-to-separate texture, sweet and refreshing taste, and unique flavor. They have an edible rate of up to 68–75%, and a soluble solid content of over 12%. Tests show that 100 ml of juice contains 11–13 grams of sugar, 0.5–1 gram of acid, 25–35 mg of vitamin C, 100 grams of pulp contains 171.66 joules of calories, 88.6 grams of water, and is rich in protein as well as essential nutrients such as calcium, phosphorus, and iron. Regular consumption can help lower cholesterol levels, eliminate harmful substances from the body, and promote overall health. In 1996, Gongcheng was honored with the title "Hometown of Chinese Pomelos."