Zhiluo Tribute Rice

Zhiluo Tribute Rice

Zhiluo Tribute Rice is a geographical indication agricultural product.

　　Fuxian County in northern Shaanxi (formerly known as Fuzhou) has long been reputed as “a land where all kinds of grains thrive, even when other regions fail,” and was once the site of the Zhiluo Campaign; the Hulu River Valley town of Zhiluo is known as the “Little Jiangnan of the Frontier” and the “Little Central Shaanxi Plain of Northern Shaanxi.”

　　Zhiluo Tribute Rice is produced in the river valley of Zhiluo Town, which is known as the “Little Jiangnan of the Frontier” and the “Land of Fish and Rice.” The valley benefits from high-quality water, abundant sunlight, large diurnal temperature variations, and a long rice-growing season—ideal conditions for cultivating rice. The resulting rice is rich in oil, has a mellow taste, and enjoys widespread acclaim. The renowned “Zhiluo Tribute Rice” comes from this fertile land. During the Sui and Tang dynasties, it was presented as tribute to the imperial court and served in the royal palace cuisine, hence the name “Zhiluo Tribute Rice.” Legend has it that the small, round, crystal-clear rice grown here once miraculously restored an emperor’s health, giving the rice its name. This “tribute rice” is transplanted in spring and harvested only in autumn. Due to its long growth period, it is rich in nutrients and has a unique flavor. In early summer, while terraced rice fields are typically seen only in southern water towns, the vast fields of Zhiluo showcase shimmering paddies and vibrant green seedlings. As the saying goes, “Even the plateau of northern Shaanxi produces rice,” referring to the Zhiluo Tribute Rice.

　　Yan’an Lügu Tianyuan Food Co., Ltd. proudly presents the outstanding-quality, nationally acclaimed “Zhiluo Tribute Rice.” This product is meticulously crafted through a blend of traditional processing methods and modern technology, offering various benefits such as health nourishment and skin beautification, making it an excellent choice for everyday family meals and a thoughtful gift for friends and family.

　　Geographical Scope

　　The production area of Zhiluo Tribute Rice is located in Fuxian County, Yan’an City, Shaanxi Province, with geographic coordinates between 108°41′ to 109°12′ east longitude and 35°51′ to 36°17′ north latitude. It spans from Yushu Village in Zhangcunyi Town in the east and south, to Huainong Farm in Zhiluo Town in the west, and to Baguagui in Zhangjiawan Town in the north. It covers three towns—Zhiluo, Zhangjiawan, and Zhangcunyi—and 35 administrative villages, with a total area of 10,000 mu and an annual yield of 4,500 tons.

　　Product Quality Characteristics

　　1. External sensory characteristics: Zhiluo Tribute Rice is short, round, and plump, with clear, translucent white grains. When cooked, it yields thick, oily porridge and steamed rice with a rich aroma, smooth texture, and elasticity. 2. Unique internal quality indicators: amylose content of 14.0–20.0 g/100g, protein content not less than 5.5 g/100g, fat content of 0.3–0.9 g/100g, and total amino acid content not less than 5.3 g/100g. 3. Safety requirements: Zhiluo Tribute Rice is cultivated strictly in accordance with the relevant standards of GB1354-2009 for rice, and has obtained ISO9001:2008 quality management system certification.