Lizhou Tribute Pears

Lizhou Tribute Pears

　　Lizhou Tribute Pears　　

　　The cultivation of Lizhou Tribute Pears has a long history, dating back about 1,000 years. The high quality of Lizhou Tribute Pears is closely related to the unique geographical environment of the region. Lizhou is located at the junction of Sichuan, Shaanxi, and Gansu, and its special environment makes it an ideal production area for Lizhou Tribute Pears. The annual average frost-free period in the whole district is 263 days, with an average temperature of 17°C. Lizhou has a subtropical humid monsoon climate, with rainfall concentrated from May to October. Lizhou Tribute Pears usually bloom in mid to late April, which ensures a high fruit-setting rate. Additionally, the district enjoys an average annual sunshine duration of 1,342 hours, with the most sunshine occurring from April to September, effectively ensuring the sugar content of the pears. The soil in Qixian County is mainly composed of cinnamon soil and sandy loam, characterized by distinct wet and dry seasons, low organic matter content, good permeability, and strong water and nutrient retention capabilities. All these factors contribute significantly to the unique quality characteristics of Lizhou Tribute Pears. Currently, the main planting areas for Lizhou Tribute Pears are concentrated in eight townships under the district’s jurisdiction: Baolun Town, Rongshan Town, Dashishi Town, Panlong Town, -Town, Sandui Town, Gongnong Town, Baochao Township, Jindong Township, and Longtan Township.

　　In recent years, the Lizhou Tribute Pear industry has seen rapid development, with the total planting area exceeding 7,000 mu. To support and encourage the growth of the Lizhou Tribute Pear industry, the Lizhou District Party Committee and District Government have made significant adjustments to the agricultural industrial structure. Meanwhile, the Lizhou District Quality and Technical Supervision Bureau has actively developed standards and organized training sessions for pear farmers. They have also established high-quality Lizhou Tribute Pear demonstration gardens in key fruit-growing centers such as Dashishi Town and Rongshan Town, using new varieties, high investment, advanced technology, standardization, and high efficiency as models for pear production across the district. This has driven the renewal and upgrading of pear production throughout the region and promoted the healthy and orderly development of the Lizhou Tribute Pear industry. Today, 60,000 tons of Lizhou Tribute Pears are produced annually as pollution-free and green agricultural products, and are exported to regions such as Beijing, Guangdong, as well as to Southeast Asia and European and American countries. Since 2007, to enhance the international visibility and market share of Lizhou Tribute Pears, relevant departments in Lizhou District have actively applied for the product to be recognized as a Geographical Indication Protected Product, which has been approved after review by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine of China.