Chaotian Walnuts

Chaotian Walnuts

Chaotian Walnuts are a protected geographical indication product.

Chaotian Walnuts are a certified geographical indication trademark.

　　Guangyuan is an important walnut-producing area and one of the most suitable regions for walnut cultivation in Sichuan Province. Guangyuan walnuts are renowned nationwide for their large size, thin shells, plump kernels, moderate coloration, rich and pleasant aroma, easy kernel extraction, and high kernel yield. Through years of unremitting efforts, the brand value of Chaotian walnuts has become increasingly prominent.

　　In 2005, Chaotian walnuts won the Gold Award at the Second Western China International Fair. In 2006, Chaotian District was named a “National Walnut Industry Demonstration Base County.” In July 2007, “Chaotian Walnuts” were approved by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine for implementation of “Protected Geographical Indication Product” status. In 2008, the “Zhandao” brand walnuts entered the markets of Beijing and Shanghai, and were exported to countries such as the United States, Japan, and South Korea, gaining popularity among consumers both domestically and abroad. The city’s walnut planting area covers 500,000 mu, with an annual output of 28,000 tons, ranking among the top in the country. By 2012, the city had established walnut bases covering 700,000 mu, with an annual walnut production of 55,000 tons.

　　The protected geographical indication area for Chaotian Walnuts is defined according to the scope proposed in the “Request for Determining the Protected Geographical Indication Product Scope of Chaotian Walnuts” (Guang Chao Fu [2006] No. 155) submitted by Chaotian District, Guangyuan City, Sichuan Province, and covers the current administrative region of Chaotian District, Guangyuan City, Sichuan Province.