Xinchang Peanuts [Zhejiang Xinchang Specialty]

What is Xinchang Peanut? Authentic Zhejiang Xinchang specialty: Xinchang peanuts

Summary:Do you want to know what Xinchang peanuts are? This article is a detailed introduction to the special product of Xinchang, Zhejiang Province - Xinchang Peanuts. It was compiled and edited by the editorial team of China Specialty Network after reviewing and collecting relevant information about Xinchang Peanuts. The full text takes about 5 minutes to read, mainly including the basic introduction of Xinchang Peanuts and their nutritional value? What are the product characteristics of Xinchang peanuts? How did the history of Xinchang peanuts come about? The awards and honors of Xinchang Peanuts

Basic introduction of Xinchang peanuts

Xinchang peanuts, named after their varieties, are also known as "Xinchang Xiaojingsheng", "Xiaoyangsheng", and "Xiaohongmao" peanuts. They are a specialty of Xinchang County, Zhejiang Province. Xinchang is the only "Xiaojingsheng" peanut production base in China with a long history of cultivation. The steep slope at the edge of the plateau has formed a special plateau climate. When other conditions are suitable, sufficient sunlight and high temperatures during the day can enhance photosynthesis, which is beneficial for the formation and accumulation of organic matter in crops. Low nighttime temperatures can reduce the respiratory consumption of organic matter, which is beneficial for improving the quality of Xiaojingsheng

"Xinchang Xiaojingsheng" has a slender, straight, and symmetrical fruit shape, with a slightly slender waist in the middle and a prominent waist navel. The waist navel line is inclined at an angle of about 40 degrees; The fruit tip is in the shape of a chicken beak; The surface of the fruit shell is shallow and smooth, and the shell is thin and brittle, with a golden yellow color. Its kernels are fragrant and sweet, oily but not greasy, crispy and refreshing

How did the history of Xinchang peanuts come about

Xiaojingsheng peanuts are a traditional local excellent variety in Xinchang County. It has a long planting history and excellent quality. According to research, Xinchang Xiaojing peanuts were introduced from Beijing in the late Qing Dynasty. As early as the early days of the Republic of China, Xinchang Xiaojingsheng was well-known both domestically and in Hong Kong and Macau. In 1984, Xinchang Xiaojingsheng Peanut participated in the Zhejiang Agricultural and Sideline Products Exhibition and was rated as the best quality among peanut varieties. In October 1985, at the China Agricultural Products Fair, the quality ranked among the top in China. In 2007, the planting area of Xiaojingsheng in Shaoxing City had reached over 10000 mu, with an annual output of nearly 1000 tons, mainly produced in Xinchang and Sheng counties

The award-winning honor of Xinchang Peanuts

"Xinchang Xiaojingsheng" was ranked first in the 1984 National Stir fried Food Taste Competition; In 1998, it was awarded the Gold Award for High Quality Agricultural Products in Zhejiang Province; In 1999, it was recognized as a Zhejiang agricultural famous brand product and a famous brand product at the 1999 China International Agricultural Expo; In 2003, it was awarded the Gold Award at the Zhejiang Agricultural Expo. In 2008, the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine of China issued the national standard "Xinchang Peanut (Xiaojingsheng)" (GB/T19693-2008), which implemented origin protection for Xinchang peanuts