Huludao Grapes

Huludao Grapes

Huludao Grapes are a product with geographical indication.

　　Huludao Grapes are a specialty of Gaizhou City, Yingkou, Liaoning Province.

　　Huludao Grapes are a specialty of Gaizhou City, Yingkou, Liaoning Province. The production area of Huludao Grapes is located in Gaizhou City, Yingkou, Liaoning Province (formerly Gaixian County), with the geographical indication protection zone covering 26 townships, farms, and offices including Er'tai Farm and Guizhou Town. The geographical coordinates are between 121°56′44″ and 122°53′26″ east longitude, and 39°55′12″ and 40°33′55″ north latitude. Gaizhou City is situated in the optimal Bohai Bay fruit cultivation region in China and is a well-known fruit-producing area. Among them, Huludao Grape cultivation has a long history. According to the "Liaodong Chronicles," grape cultivation was recorded as early as the 14th year of the Jiajing reign during the Ming Dynasty, which is over 470 years ago. The "Gaiping County Chronicles" also document grape cultivation in the 21st year of the Kangxi reign. Huludao Grapes are characterized by large clusters, averaging 800–1000 grams per cluster, with some reaching up to 1600 grams. The individual grapes are also large, averaging around 15 grams per berry—about 3–5 grams heavier than other Kyoho varieties, with the largest reaching up to 20 grams. Testing shows that Huludao Grapes have a soluble solids content as high as 17–19% and total soluble sugar content of 17–20%, both about 3 percentage points higher than other grape varieties. Huludao Grapes are highly adaptable with strong resistance, featuring moderately firm flesh, sweet and juicy taste, and excellent flavor. The region boasts abundant grape resources. The Gaizhou Municipal Party Committee and Government have vigorously implemented the strategy of “prospering agriculture and the city through fruit,” leading to rapid development in fruit production. In 2012, the planting area of Kyoho Grapes reached 100,000 mu, with an output of 200,000 tons. In recent years, protected cultivation of grapes has become very popular among farmers. By 2012, the area under protected cultivation of grapes in Gaizhou had reached over 20,000 mu, generating benefits of 600 million yuan. Huludao Grapes have become a leading industry in the agricultural development of Gaizhou City and one of the main fresh grape production areas in Liaoning Province.

　　Region: Liaoning

　　Applicant: Gaizhou Fruit Tree Technology Research and Extension Center

　　Year of designation: 2013

　　Geographical Scope

　　The protected area for Huludao Grapes is located between 121°56′44″ and 122°53′26″ east longitude, and 39°55′12″ and 40°33′55″ north latitude. It covers 26 townships, farms, and offices including Er'tai Farm, Guizhou Town, Jiuzhai Town, Chentun Town, Jiulongdi Office, Shagang Town, Bangshibao Town, Gaotun Town, Nuquan Town, Tuandian Town, Xutun Town, Dongcheng Office, Taiyangsheng Office, Xihai Office, Tuanshan Office, Yangyun Town, Wolongquan Town, Shizi Street Town, Wanfu Town, Liangtun Town, Xiaoshipeng Township, Qingshilin Town, Orchard Township, Xicheng Office, Shuangtai Town, and Kuangdonggou Town, with a total production area of 100,000 mu and an annual output of 200,000 tons.

　　Product Quality Characteristics

　　1. Quality Characteristics: Through long-term cultivation and natural selection, Huludao Grapes have developed unique product traits. When ripe, they appear purple-black, with easily separable skin, flesh, and seeds. They contain 16.5–18% total soluble sugar and 17–19% soluble solids. These grapes are highly adaptable, disease-resistant, cold-resistant, and thrive in fertile, well-watered conditions. The grape skin is thick with a waxy bloom, the flesh is relatively soft, and the taste is sweet and juicy with a strawberry-like aroma. 2. Product Quality and Safety Standards: The national mandatory technical specifications, specific contents, and relevant legal regulations that the registered product must comply with for market access are clearly defined. These include the GB3059—1996 Ambient Air Quality Standard, GB5084—1992 Farmland Irrigation Water Quality Standard, GB3838—1998 National Surface Water Quality Standard, and GB4285—1989 Safe Use Standard for Pesticides.