Explore "The Millet Family's Getaway – A Market Adventure" in Pingtung

Written/Compiled and Reported by Wei Ruyu

The Indigenous Affairs Office of Pingtung County Government will hold the creative exhibition event "The Millet Family's Getaway – A Market Adventure" at the "Indigenous Cultural Park" on February 25. Lasting for 10 days until March 4, it will showcase fun, delicious, and visually appealing indigenous industries and cultural activities every day!

Grown in Pingtung’s indigenous regions, "red quinoa" is often referred to as the "red gem." According to research by Professor Tsai Bi-jen of National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, its nutritional content and benefits surpass those of other grains, making it an excellent health food. The Pingtung County Government is also working with private companies to develop red quinoa products such as red quinoa steamed buns, red quinoa rice balls, and red quinoa cookies. Moreover, red quinoa is also one of the essential ingredients in brewing millet wine. Every spring, after the season begins, visitors can witness the beautiful and ever-changing scenery of its growth process along County Routes Ping 37, Ping 26, and Ping 185 — transitioning from tender green, fresh green, to bright red, then dark purple, followed by golden yellow, and finally sunset red.

Pingtung County Magistrate Tsao Chi-hung said that after Typhoon Morakot, the tribes resettled in the Nanshan (Linali), Changzhi Baihe, Xinnaliyi, and Wulaluzi areas. "This is not 'running away from home'," but rather taking root within the traditional indigenous territories and bringing the traditional crop — red quinoa — to the tribes to share this superior grain with friends around the world. He hopes the event will showcase the first fruits of cultural and industrial reconstruction following Typhoon Morakot, allowing outsiders to see the depth and resilience of the indigenous peoples!

On February 25, at the "Indigenous Cultural Park," eight indigenous townships in Pingtung County will compete in an indigenous music and dance competition as part of the opening ceremony. The winning team will represent Pingtung County in the National Indigenous Peoples Games. In the following days, there will be a "One Township, One Industry" themed farmers' market hosted by indigenous townships at the Changzhi Baihe Tribal Area, as well as a creative market featuring indigenous crafts at the Linali Tribal Area. There will also be an indigenous-themed children’s play area, ensuring all visitors have a great time.

The closing ceremony on March 4 will feature a "Flower Wreath Creation Competition" using the event’s star — "red quinoa" — as the theme material. For more details about the event, please contact the Pingtung County Government Indigenous Affairs Office at (08) 732-0415 ext. 3821, or visit: host.f3art.com/djulis.

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