Xishan Tribute Rice of Xifeng

Xishan Tribute Rice of Xifeng

Xishan Tribute Rice of Xifeng is a product with geographical indication.

　　Xishan Tribute Rice

　　Xishan Tribute Rice comes from Luwo Village in Xishan Township, Xifeng. The area features red soil rich in organic fertilizers, high mountains with abundant water sources, providing ideal natural conditions for growing millet. Throughout the cultivation process, farmers maintain traditional farming methods — no chemical fertilizers or pesticides are used. The rice thrives naturally, yielding stable harvests regardless of drought or flood, making it a truly natural green food. The rice grown here is known as Xishan Tribute Rice. When cooked into porridge, it gives off a rich aroma, tastes sweet and delicious, and has excellent color and flavor. During the New Year holidays, when you've likely enjoyed plenty of meat and fish, having a bowl of Xishan Tribute Rice porridge offers a uniquely delightful experience. Not only does it taste great, but the rice also boasts a long and storied history. As early as the Jiaqing era of the Qing Dynasty, the imperial court mandated that Xishan Tribute Rice be “cultivated by generation after generation and offered as tribute every year,” making it a treasured delicacy for the royal family.

　　Xishan Tribute Rice absorbs the clear springs of all four seasons, rooted in uniquely mineral-rich soil. It is rich in nutrients, deliciously fragrant, soft and smooth, with large, long grains that are pearly white and crystal-clear, earning its reputation as the best of all grains. Tests have shown that the protein content of Xishan Tribute Rice is 1–2 times higher than that of ordinary rice. It is also abundant in Vitamin B complex and contains a good amount of trace elements. With a full nutritional profile including 18 types of amino acids, such as glutamic acid, alanine, leucine, and Vitamin B group — all present in well-balanced amounts — it is highly beneficial to human health, surpassing the national average nutritional value of rice, and can be considered a true gem among rice varieties.

　　Geographic Scope

　　The protected production area of Xishan Tribute Rice of Xifeng includes thirteen villages across four towns surrounding Xiwang Mountain in Xifeng: Xishan Town, Xiaozhaiba Town, Luwo Township, and Jiujiang Town. These villages are Luwo, Xishan, Xinzhaigou, Lianhe, Hongyan, Xi’an, Dashitou, Ma’tun, Huaxi, Sanyou, Huguang, Zhifang, and Tuanshan. The geographical coordinates are: 106°34′7″ to 106°37′ east longitude, and 27°05′7″ to 27°11′ north latitude. The area borders Zunyi City to the north, Jinsha County to the west, Kaiyang County to the east, and Guiyang City to the south. The suitable area for rice cultivation is 19.4 square kilometers, with a potential rice yield of up to 11,000 tons.

　　Product Quality Characteristics

　　External Sensory Features: The rice grains are long, smooth, semi-transparent, and glossy, with a delicate fragrance. Each grain is about 7.6 mm long, with low chalkiness and an extremely low chalky grain rate of around 0.4%. When cooked, the rice is smooth, shiny, aromatic, and has a pleasant texture. Internal Quality Indicators: Multiple quality tests have shown that Xishan Tribute Rice is rich in Vitamin B and certain trace elements, offering abundant nutrition that is very beneficial to health. Its protein content is no less than 0.8 and includes various amino acids. During production, processes follow non-polluting agricultural product guidelines, strictly adhering to national quality and safety regulations: Air pollutant standards: Grade II under GB3095-82; Irrigation water standards: GB5084-92; Soil standards: Class II, Level 2 under GB5618-1995; Seed quality standards: Grade II rice seed standard under GB4404-4409; Pesticide standards: GB8321; Hygiene standards: GB2715-81.