Fushun Ratooning Rice

Fushun Ratooning Rice

Fushun ratooning rice is a product with a geographical indication.

　　Fushun Ratooning Rice

　　Ratooning rice, commonly known as Baosunggu, refers to a second crop of rice that emerges from dormant buds on the stubble left after the main harvest. Under suitable conditions of moisture, nutrients, and temperature, these buds sprout into new tillers, which then develop into panicles and mature.

　　Fushun ratooning rice from Zigong City is a distinctive branded product developed by the people of Fushun through continuous exploration, research, and development in the unique natural environment and long-term rice cultivation process.

　　Fushun County is located in the hilly region of southern Sichuan Basin and features a mid-subtropical humid monsoon climate, characterized by mild temperatures, abundant rainfall, a long frost-free period, and distinct seasons. The area enjoys a frost-free period of 351 days, 1,200 hours of sunshine annually, an average annual temperature of 18°C, and average annual precipitation of 1,100 mm. July and August are hot and rainy with synchronized rainfall and heat, while September sees high temperatures and good sunlight. The Tuojiang and Fuxi Rivers run through the county, supplemented by reservoirs, ponds, and irrigation channels with ample water storage. The region has four major types of soil—paddy soil, alluvial soil, purple soil, and yellow soil—with well-structured, deep, loose, and fertile layers rich in organic matter and various trace elements, making it particularly suitable for growing rice and ratooning rice. This unique natural environment contributes to the distinctive quality of Fushun ratooning rice.

　　The processed ratooning rice produced in Fushun features slender grains with a clean, bright appearance, minimal belly white, high gel consistency, low chalky grain rate, relatively high dry-based amylose and fat content, and abundant mineral nutrients. The cooked rice is fragrant, white, glossy, with tightly packed grains, a texture that is soft yet slightly sticky, and a delicate and pleasant mouthfeel, making it highly popular among consumers. During the “Fushun Tofu Pudding” Cultural Festival held in Fushun, numerous renowned experts, scholars, and figures from the cultural and entertainment industries from within and outside the province visit Fushun. They enjoy the aromatic ratooning rice, savor the colorful and delicious dips, and taste the tender and snowy “Fushun tofu pudding,” all while appreciating Fushun’s unique food culture and the heritage of its “Millennium Ancient County.” They leave with great satisfaction and endless praise.

　　Fushun ratooning rice has established a relatively comprehensive production, processing, and sales network system in the region. There are two rice processing enterprises, Kaizhengxiang and Qiaoxifu, with an annual processing and sales capacity of over 50,000 tons. Compared to branded rice from within and outside the province, Fushun ratooning rice offers a clear price advantage, meeting consumers’ demand for “affordable quality,” and thus enjoys strong competitiveness and broad market prospects. Leveraging the Party’s agricultural support policies, advancements in science and technology, and the development of the market economy, the people of Fushun will seize opportunities, actively explore, work diligently, and strengthen the Fushun ratooning rice brand industry. We firmly believe that through the unremitting efforts of the people of Fushun, Fushun ratooning rice will become as renowned as “Fushun Tofu Pudding” both within and outside the province, establishing itself as another signature product of Fushun.

　　Geographical Scope

　　The protected production area of Fushun ratooning rice includes 26 towns (townships) and 473 agricultural villages within Fushun County, Zigong City, Sichuan Province. These are: Fushi, Donghu, Shishi, Qilong, Huzhu, Yongnian, Doushan, Fushan, Banqiao, Liqiao, Fuhe, Zhaohua, Wanshou, Anxi, Feilong, Huaide, Shidao, Changtan, Longwan, Daisi, Tongsi, Baoqing, Gufo, Zhongshi, Pipa, and Pengmiao. It borders Longchang to the east, Yantan to the west, Luzhou to the south, neighbors Longchang to the northeast, connects to Da’an to the northwest, and adjoins Yibin to the southwest. The total area spans 1,333 square kilometers, with geographical coordinates between 104°40′42″–105°16′08″ east longitude and 28°55′32″–29°19′12″ north latitude. The protected area covers 23,500 hectares, with an annual yield of 52,900 tons.