Wafangdian Sea Cucumber

Wafangdian Sea Cucumber

Wafangdian Sea Cucumber is a product with a geographical indication for agricultural products.

　　Wafangdian City is the origin of Liaodong Sea Cucumber, and its sea cucumber industry plays a pivotal role in Dalian’s overall sea cucumber production, boasting strong development potential. According to ancient texts such as *Bencao Congxin* and *Wu Zazu*, the so-called Liaodong Sea Cucumber originates precisely from the Wafangdian region. The *Fuxian County Annals* record that “Wafangdian Sea Cucumber” won a silver award at the 1915 Panama–Pacific International Exposition in Beijing. “Wafangdian Sea Cucumber” not only has a long history but also a massive industrial scale, making it an important part of China’s sea cucumber production regions. Moving forward, “Wafangdian Sea Cucumber” will rely on high added value and brand strategy to break through and further revitalize the sea cucumber industry in Wafangdian City.

　　Designated geographical protection area:

　　The designated area includes 42 coastal villages and towns in Yongning Town, Tucheng Township, Donggang Town, Xianyüwan Town, Changxing Island Port Area, Santai Township, Xietun Town, Jiaoliu Island Township, and Fuzhouwan Town in Wafangdian City. The geographical coordinates are within the range formed by the line connecting five points: J1 (Longitude 121°28′15.376″, Latitude 39°48′23.891″), J2 (Longitude 121°20′4.203″, Latitude 39°53′32.783″), J3 (Longitude 121°3′26.622″, Latitude 39°31′47.612″), J4 (Longitude 121°22′52.541″, Latitude 39°13′34.798″), and J5 (Longitude 121°32′50.114″, Latitude 39°18′43.730″).