Bijie White Garlic

Bijie White Garlic

Bijie White Garlic is a geographical indication certification trademark.

　　The cultivation of garlic in Qixingguan District has a long history, especially the renowned "Guizhou White Garlic," which enjoys fame both within and outside the province. In 2003, "Guizhou White Garlic" was recognized as a high-quality agricultural product of Bijie Prefecture and a famous-brand agricultural product of Guizhou Province. According to the *China Garlic Chronicles*, the "Guizhou White Garlic" brand has a history of over 50 years. It was first cultivated in Tangbian Village, Yangjiawan Town, Qixingguan District. With the improvement of people's living standards, the demand for garlic has continued to grow, making it an essential health food in daily life. In recent years, with the deepening of industrial restructuring, garlic, as a locally distinctive agricultural product with competitive advantages, has seen rapid development.

　　The main type of garlic cultivated in our district is the large white garlic, known for its tender white skin, typically consisting of 8–12 cloves per bulb, weighing between 30 and 50 grams. It features large, evenly sized cloves, a pure and rich flavor, and a pungent, mellow aroma, all of which make it highly popular among consumers. It is mainly grown in towns and townships such as Yangjiawan, Sala, Fangzhu, Qingchang, Zhuchang, Yindi, and Tianba. As of 2012, the total planting area in the district reached 100,000 mu, with intercropping yields averaging 200–300 kilograms and sole cropping yields reaching 400–600 kilograms. The produce is primarily sold within the province but also has a certain market presence in other provinces, as well as in Hong Kong and Singapore.

　　Currently, there are three agricultural product processing enterprises in the district involved in garlic processing, with their main product being pickled garlic. The specialized garlic business is handled by Guizhou Bijie Boguan Food Co., Ltd., a private enterprise engaged in the development, production, processing, and sales of local specialty agricultural products. The company focuses on exploring traditional processing techniques for local agricultural products and applies modern biotechnology to transform and upgrade them. It has successfully developed a range of products including "Wang Laowu" fragrant garlic, pickled small garlic, pickled shallots, and pickled garlic sprouts. Since these products were launched on the market, they have been highly favored by consumers.