Shilianghe Grapes

Shilianghe Grapes

Shilianghe Grapes are a Geographical Indication Protected Product.

　　The grapes from Shilianghe Town are known for their high sugar content, low acidity, vibrant color, and plump berries, making them truly “green” grapes. They have been certified as provincial pollution-free agricultural products. Shilianghe Grapes have been granted the status of a Geographical Indication Protected Product.

　　Shilianghe Town, located in the northern part of Donghai County, enjoys a warm temperate, humid monsoon climate with ample sunlight, concurrent rainfall and warmth, and distinct seasons. Its superior ecological environment produces high-quality “Shilianghe Grapes,” earning it the reputation of “Turpan of Northern Jiangsu.” The town has been awarded the title of “China’s High-Quality Grape Base Township” by the China Fruit Marketing Association, recognized as a “Jiangsu Provincial Model Orchard” by the Jiangsu Department of Agriculture and Forestry, and honored for multiple consecutive years by the municipal government as the “Hometown of Grapes” and “Hometown of Fruits.” Its products are sold throughout the country and enjoy great renown across Northern Jiangsu and Southern Shandong.

　　Grape cultivation in Shilianghe Town began in the 1980s. After over 20 years of development, the town now has a grape planting area of 16,000 mu, with more than 30 varieties, producing 30,000 tons of fresh fruit annually and generating annual revenue exceeding 200 million yuan. Currently, the town grows over 30 early, mid, and late-season varieties including Kyoho, Jingya, Jingxiu, 6-12, 87-1, Victoria, Superior Seedless, Beauty Finger, Qiuhong, Fujiminori, and Red Globe.

　　Shilianghe Town has registered two grape trademarks—“Shilianghe” and “Hailinghu”—to build its own grape brand. It is actively developing a pollution-free product base and successfully obtained national certification as a pollution-free agricultural product from the Ministry of Agriculture in 2003, enhancing the visibility and reputation of Shilianghe Grapes.

　　In accordance with the "Regulations on the Protection of Geographical Indication Products," the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine organized experts to review the application for Geographical Indication Product protection of Shilianghe Grapes. Upon passing the review, Shilianghe Grapes were approved as a Geographical Indication Protected Product, with protection taking effect immediately.

　　Quality and Technical Requirements for Shilianghe Grapes

　　I. Varieties

　　Kyoho, Beauty Finger, Red Globe, Fujiminori, etc.

　　II. Growing Conditions

　　Soil type: brown calcareous soil; soil texture: sandy loam; soil pH: 6.5–7.5; organic matter content ≥1.0%.

　　III. Cultivation Management

　　1. Seedling cultivation: Cutting or grafting methods are used.

　　2. Planting: Rain-shelter cultivation using T-shaped and V-shaped trellises, with a planting density of ≤150 plants per 667 m² (mu).

　　3. Yield control: Yield per 667 m² (mu) ≤2,000 kg.

　　4. Fertilization and irrigation: Application of ≥2,000 kg of well-rotted organic fertilizer per 667 m² (mu) annually; irrigation is stopped 10 days before harvest.

　　5. Environmental and safety requirements: The use of pesticides, fertilizers, and other chemicals must comply with national regulations and must not cause environmental pollution.

　　IV. Harvesting

　　Harvesting is carried out from mid-August to early November based on variety characteristics.

　　V. Quality Characteristics

　　　　1. Sensory qualities: Bunches are intact, berries are uniform in size, shape, and color, with complete bloom. The berry skin is moderately thick, and the fruit appearance reflects the characteristics of its variety. The flesh is fine-textured, with a balanced sugar-acid ratio and good palatability.

　　2. Physical and chemical indicators: Soluble solids content—Kyoho ≥18.0%, Beauty Finger ≥15.0%, Red Globe ≥16.5%, Fujiminori ≥17.0%.

　　3. Safety and other quality technical requirements: Product safety and other quality technical standards must comply with national regulations.

　　Shilianghe Town, located in the northern part of Donghai County and known as the “Turpan of Northern Jiangsu,” has a long history of grape cultivation. It has been recognized as a “Jiangsu Provincial Model Orchard” by the provincial Department of Agriculture and Forestry, and awarded the titles of “Hometown of Grapes” and “Hometown of Fruits” by the municipal government. Since the early 1980s, when the town began guiding farmers to develop grape production, it has promoted new technologies such as bagging, facility cultivation, and storage preservation through variety renewal, technological upgrades, and institutional innovation, striving to strengthen the grape industry. Currently, the town’s grape planting covers 16,000 mu, includes over 30 varieties, yields 30,000 tons of fresh fruit per year, and generates over 200 million yuan in annual income.

　　 Jiangsu Provincial Bureau of Quality and Technical Supervision

　　 Shilianghe Grapes

　　 The administrative region currently under the jurisdiction of Shilianghe Town, Donghai County, Jiangsu Province

　　 The Request of the People's Government of Donghai County on Clarifying the Protection Area of Shilianghe Grape Geographical Indication Products, Dong Zheng Fa [2013] No. 23

　　Jiangsu Provincial Local Standard: Shilianghe Grapes (Draft)