Gongliu Tianshan Yibei

Gongliu Tianshan Yibei

Gongliu Tianshan Yibei is a geographical indication agricultural product.

　　The unique inverted temperature belt climate, high-quality chernozem soil, and abundant geothermal resources in Mohur Township, Gongliu County are highly suitable for the growth of Fritillaria. Artificial cultivation of Tianshan Yibei Fritillaria in Mohur Township has a history of over 50 years. Over the years, farmers have developed rich experience and established a mature and practical set of cultivation techniques covering seed selection, planting, land preparation, field management, and harvesting. In addition, intercropping with crops such as corn, sunflower, and soybean yields substantial profits — up to ten thousand yuan per mu — which has greatly motivated local farmers and herders to grow Fritillaria. About 70% of the township’s residents are now engaged in Fritillaria cultivation. Especially over the past decade, with strong adjustments to the crop structure by the township Party committee and government, along with rising Fritillaria prices that have boosted enthusiasm among farmers, the scale of cultivation has expanded rapidly. Fritillaria farming has evolved from small-scale household plots to large-scale production. Currently, the township has established dedicated Fritillaria planting bases, achieving a significant scale with a total planting area exceeding 10,000 mu, reaching 11,000 mu, making it the largest Fritillaria-producing township in Xinjiang. Locally, Gongliu Tianshan Yibei is hailed as the “golden bean,” and is sold across China and exported to neighboring countries such as Kazakhstan. The industry holds broad development prospects. In recent years, through events like the Fritillaria Festival and promotional efforts, “Gongliu Tianshan Yibei” has gained increasing market recognition. The rise in Fritillaria prices has helped many local farmers and herders escape poverty and achieve prosperity, making Fritillaria cultivation a key pillar industry for the township.

　　Artificial cultivation of Tianshan Yibei has a history of over 30 years in our region. It has especially developed rapidly over the past decade. Currently, over 10,000 mu are planted in Mohur Township, Gongliu County, yielding considerable economic benefits. Products are in high demand and are sold across the country and to parts of Southeast Asia, becoming an important source of income for local farmers.

　　Gongliu Tianshan Yibei

　　Geographic Scope

　　Gongliu County is located in the northwest of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, southeast of Yining City, in the upper reaches of the Ili River and the lower reaches of the Tekes River basin. The protected geographic indication area for Gongliu Tianshan Yibei agricultural products includes Mohur Township, Jiergalang Township, and Moho Farm. Its geographical coordinates lie between 105°49′–106°4′ east longitude and 28°30′–29°26′ north latitude in the eastern mountainous region of Gongliu County. It borders Xinyuan County to the east, Yining County to the west, Tekes County and Zhaosu County to the south, and neighbors Xinyuan County to the north. The protected area spans 50,000 mu, with a total output reaching 25,000 tons.

　　Product Quality Characteristics

　　(1) External Sensory Features: The fruit is oval with six edges, each edge having a broad wing. The color is uniform, the flesh is crisp and tender, and it has a strong traditional Chinese medicine aroma. The surface is light yellow or off-white. The bulb is oval or conical, 0.8–1.8 cm in height, with fresh bulbs 2–2.5 cm in diameter and dried bulbs 1.3–1.5 cm in diameter — about 0.5–0.7 cm larger than Chuanbei. Thousand-grain weight ranges from 7.6 to 8.5 grams, and the appearance is slightly rough. (2) Internal Quality: Total alkaloid content is 0.043–0.050, iron content is 95–99 mg/kg, potassium content is 0.6–0.10%, and phosphorus content is 0.10–0.15%. (3) Safety Requirements: It meets the safety standards of the Green Food — Nuts (NY/T1042-2006) and the Pharmacopoeia of the People’s Republic of China.