Liuzhi Moon River Duck Eggs

Liuzhi Moon River Duck Eggs

Liuzhi Moon River Duck Eggs are a product with geographical indication status.

　　Liuzhi Moon River Duck Eggs: The ducks are primarily free-ranged on the riverbanks of the Moon River, feeding on natural aquatic plants, river snails, clams, fish, and shrimp. The duck eggs have bluish-green shells, smooth and round in appearance, also known as “green fruit.” They are characterized by a red yolk and are rich in nutrition. These eggs are high in fat, protein, and various amino acids essential to the human body. They also contain calcium, phosphorus, iron, and other minerals, along with essential trace elements and vitamins needed by the human body. These nutrients are easily absorbed, resulting in a delicious taste suitable for all ages.

　　Geographical Scope

　　The protected production area for Moon River Duck Eggs is: Liuzhi Special District, Moon River Yi, Buyi, and Miao Ethnic Township. This area includes ten administrative villages: Lanba Village, Zhangjiazhai Village, Daba Village, Guojiazhai Village, Hejiazhai Village, Huade Village, Muchang Village, Xinchun Village, Moon River Village, and Buyu Village. The geographical coordinates are: 105°21′ to 105°27′ east longitude, and 26°5′20″ to 27°10′ north latitude. To the east it borders Guanling County, to the south it connects to Langdai Town, to the west it adjoins Zangke Town, and to the north it neighbors Xin Yao Town. It spans 10 kilometers from east to west and 11 kilometers from north to south, covering a breeding area of 110 square kilometers. There are over 30,000 ducks raised annually, producing more than 5 million duck eggs per year, with an output of 360 tons.

　　Product Quality Characteristics

　　1. Product Sensory Attributes: Moon River Duck Eggs have smooth and shiny exteriors, predominantly green shells with a few white ones, and the green shells are dark in color. Their texture is characterized by being “fresh, fine, red, oily, and tender,” offering a delicious, delicate taste with no fishy flavor. The yolk is large and orange-red, while the egg white is clear and relatively thick. 2. Internal Quality Indicators: Moon River Duck Eggs are rich in nutrition, containing over 20 types of amino acids beneficial to the human body. Among them: serine content is 1.9–2.3g/100g, which helps produce immunoglobulins and antibodies; leucine content is 0.95–1.2g/100g, helping regulate blood sugar levels; aspartic acid content is 0.95–1.3g/100g, protecting the liver and eliminating fatigue; threonine content is 0.76–0.95g/100g and valine content is 0.96–1.15g/100g, which help promote normal growth and tissue repair; glutamic acid content is 1.6–2.0g/100g, contributing to the delicious flavor of the eggs and promoting health. Protein content ranges between 13.2–15.2%, making it an ideal natural health food. 3. Quality and Safety Standards: The production of Moon River Duck Eggs strictly follows the standards set by GB 2748-2003 "Egg Hygiene Standard", SB/T 10895-2012 "Packaging and Labeling of Fresh Eggs", and NY/T5038-2006 "Pollution-Free Poultry Farming Production Management Specification".