Riwoche Yak Meat

Riwoche Yak Meat

Riwoche yak meat is a product protected under geographical indication.

　　Riwoche yak meat is a specialty of Riwoche County in Chamdo, Tibet.

　　World yaks look to China, China's yaks look to Tibet, and Tibet’s yaks look to Riwoche. Commonly referred to as Tibet’s “Little Switzerland,” Riwoche boasts pristine mountains, clear waters, birdsong, fragrant flowers, babbling springs, and lush grass — a serene environment where Riwoche yaks live a leisurely and free life. Due to the fact that herders here have followed the most ancient method of yak grazing since ancient times, Riwoche yaks maintain characteristics of being “pristine, all-natural, and completely green.” Experts have recognized them as having the purest lineage among yak breeds nationwide. Tibetan yak products source their meat exclusively from authentic, origin-grown Riwoche yak meat.

　　Riwoche County has been designated by the autonomous region as an eastern Tibet yak industry belt. The yak industry is a significant component of the county’s animal husbandry and one of its advantageous sectors. Riwoche yak meat enjoys fame across the region, is in high demand in the market, and has established a unique brand in the beef market across the area. Riwoche yak meat is known for its high quality, delicious taste, and being a pollution-free green food, meeting modern dietary preferences for high protein and low fat. The county has a population of over 40,000, and yak meat is one of the staple meats for local residents. With an annual demand of 145 tons of beef products, it holds a distinct market advantage. Beyond the local market, there is also significant demand for Riwoche yak meat in the Chamdo and Lhasa markets.

　　The yaks of Riwoche County have long been renowned both within and outside the region for their plump builds, tender meat, and excellent flavor. To strengthen trademark protection and help Riwoche yak meat reach beyond Tibet and abroad, in December 2005, Riwoche County officially applied to the State Administration for Industry and Commerce to register the “Riwoche Yak Meat” green food trademark.

　　The current administrative regions of four townships under Riwoche County, Tibet Autonomous Region: Changmaoling Township, Ganse Township, Kamado Township, and Riwoche Town

　　“Riwoche County People’s Government Request on Delimiting the Geographical Indication Product Protection Scope of Riwoche Yak Meat,” Ref. No. Ri Zheng Fa [2015] No. 34

　　“Tibet Riwoche County People’s Government Notice on Implementing the Production Technical Specifications for Riwoche Yak Meat,” Ref. No. Ri Zheng Fa [2015] No. 39