Aketao County Bayin Apricot Dried

Aketao County Bayin Apricot Dried

　　Aketao County is situated at the junction of the Pamir Plateau’s eastern edge and the Tarim Basin’s western fringe, characterized by a temperate continental extreme arid climate. The annual average temperature is 11.2°C, reaching up to 25°C in the hottest month. With 2,860 hours of sunshine per year and a sunshine rate exceeding 65%, the county has a frost-free period of 221 days and an annual effective accumulated temperature of 3,900°C. Bayin Township lies at the transition between pastoral and agricultural zones, enjoying a cool climate and a pristine, pollution-free green environment. The soil in Bayin is largely sandy, well-drained and breathable, which supports robust root development in apricot trees, resulting in strong growth and high drought resistance. Winters are typically cold but not freezing, providing essential conditions for the safe growth and development of apricot trees. The area’s unique water, soil, light, and thermal resources—along with significant diurnal temperature variations—contribute to Bayin apricots that are large, thick-fleshed, thin-skinned, and sweet as syrup. Their exceptional quality allows them to naturally dry on the branch if not harvested in time. Recognized for their outstanding quality and prestigious reputation, Bayin apricots were named “Hometown of China’s Bayin Apricots” by the Ministry of Agriculture in 2002. In 2008, they obtained both domestic and international organic food certifications from the United States and the European Union, confirming their status as premium apricots verified through rigorous expert and institutional testing.

　　Product Features: Bayin apricots belong to the Prunus armeniaca subsp. They are oval-shaped, with smooth, hairless skin that gives them a bright appearance. Their flesh is fine, smooth, and rich in sugar and vitamins while low in acid content, resulting in excellent taste and flavor. Among domestic apricot varieties, Bayin apricots stand out as organic, pollution-free green produce. The soluble solids content of Bayin apricots reaches up to 29%, placing them in the very high range. Their acid content ranges between 0.5–1.0%, vitamin C content between 9.1–15 mg/100g, and can reach as high as 23.0 mg/100g. Compared to inland varieties, Bayin apricots have lower acidity but higher vitamin C levels. Their smooth, hairless outer skin and high soluble solids content mean that when dried, the fruit has thick, soft, and sweet flesh, making it a nutritious and uniquely flavorful snack. When processed into yellow dried apricots using color protection techniques, they can be rehydrated and transformed into high-quality dried apricot products such as apricot preserves, apricot jam, and apricot juice. This method allows for long-term, high-quality preservation of the raw materials and significantly extends the production cycle. Consuming dried apricots directly can enhance the immune system and promote longevity. Apricot kernels are also highly valuable for both medicinal and dietary use, containing dozens of essential nutrients required by the human body. Bitter apricot kernels, commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine, are bitter in taste and warm in nature. They help relieve coughs, calm wheezing, and moisten the intestines to relieve constipation, proving effective for treating symptoms such as wind-cold coughs and intestinal dryness with constipation.

　　Recommended by: Aketao County Agricultural Industrialization Development Bureau

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