Golden Hall Pleurotus Eryngii

Golden Hall Pleurotus Eryngii

Golden Hall Pleurotus Eryngii is a product with a geographical indication for agricultural products.

　　Pleurotus eryngii has been cultivated in Jintang County for over 30 years, boasting a long history. It has now become the most influential and well-known specialty industry in the county.

　　Also known as “-mushroom” or “pleurotus,” all of these belong to the fungi and algae food category. Pleurotus eryngii is one of the most common everyday edible mushrooms. Its cap is shell-shaped or fan-shaped, grayish-green or dark-colored when young, then turning light gray or yellow-brown, and yellow when mature. The stem is lateral or slightly off-center, with tender, non-tough flesh that is smooth and delicious, with an oyster-like aroma. Whether stir-fried as a vegetarian dish or used in meat-based dishes, Pleurotus eryngii is fresh, tender, and very appealing. Coupled with its affordable price, it is a great addition to people’s dining tables. High-quality Pleurotus eryngii is characterized by its white color, thick and tender texture, and delicious taste.

　　The unique geographical environment and climatic conditions in Jintang have nurtured Pleurotus eryngii that is visually appealing, high in quality, and delicious in taste. The distinctive qualities of “Golden Hall Pleurotus Eryngii” have been recognized by many experts and can be said to represent the highest level of Pleurotus eryngii cultivation in China. In recent years, the rapid development of Pleurotus eryngii in Jintang County, Sichuan Province, has made it a leading national producer. The county has successively earned titles such as “National Advanced County for Edible Fungi,” “Top Ten National Commodity Base Counties for Edible Fungi,” “National Excellent Base County for Edible Fungi,” “Outstanding Model County for Mushroom-based New Rural Construction,” “Top Ten National Production Base Counties for Edible Fungi,” “National Standardized Production Demonstration Base for Pleurotus eryngii,” and “Provincial Standardized Production Demonstration Base for Pleurotus eryngii.” Qingjiang Town and Hukou Town have been rated as “National Excellent Base Towns for Edible Fungi.” As of 2010, the industry employed 72,000 people, with a production scale of 240 million bags, a total output of 192,000 tons, an industry output value of 900 million yuan, and export earnings of 18 million US dollars. Products are exported to more than 10 countries including Japan and Russia. Among them, 90% of the Pleurotus eryngii consumed in Japan comes from Jintang County.

　　Golden Hall Pleurotus Eryngii

　　Geographic Scope

　　The protected area for the agricultural product geographical indication of Golden Hall Pleurotus Eryngii covers seven towns in Jintang County, Chengdu City, Sichuan Province: Zhaozhen, Guancang, Sanxing, Qixian, Zhaojia, Qingjiang, and Fuxing. These areas border Longquanyi District, Qingbaijiang District, Deyang City, and Jianyang City. The production area of Golden Hall Pleurotus Eryngii is located between 104°20′37″ to 104°52′56″ east longitude and 30°29′10″ to 30°57′41″ north latitude, at an altitude ranging from 385 to 538 meters. The protected area spans 39,000 mu, with an annual output of 350,000 tons.

　　Product Quality Characteristics

　　(1) External Sensory Characteristics: Golden Hall Pleurotus Eryngii grows in clusters. The stems are solid, pure white, 0.5–2 cm in diameter, and 3–7 cm in length. The caps are dark gray, 2–3 cm in diameter. The fruiting bodies are tough, with white gills extending downward. They have a crisp, tender, and smooth texture and are resistant to transportation. (2) Internal Quality Indicators: Golden Hall Pleurotus Eryngii contains ≥2% protein, along with rich trace elements such as calcium, magnesium, and selenium. (3) Safety Requirements: The production bases of Golden Hall Pleurotus Eryngii meet national standards for the pollution-free cultivation of edible fungi, with environmental quality conforming to the NY5010—2002 standard. The safety and hygiene indicators of Golden Hall Pleurotus Eryngii comply with the regulations set forth in the “Jintang County Pollution-Free Pleurotus Eryngii Production Technical Regulations” (JG/JD01).