Xindu Pomelo [Sichuan Chengdu Specialty]

What is Xindu pomelo? Authentic Sichuan Chengdu specialty: Xindu pomelo

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Basic introduction of Xindu pomelo

Xindu pomelo is a local famous specialty in Xindu District, Chengdu. In 1994, 1996, 1997, and 1998, it won the "Golden Cup Award" in the national pomelo category consecutively. In 1995, it won the "National Silver Award" at the Agricultural Expo. In 1999, it was awarded the Sichuan Famous Brand Product at the China International Agricultural Expo and was awarded the Famous Brand Product Certificate. More than 840000 Xindu pomelos have been planted in the area, with an annual output of over 8000 tons

Xindu pomelo is produced in Xindu District, Chengdu City. It has a beautiful appearance, excellent quality, and a good taste, making it a local delicacy and gift. It is one of the famous fruits in Sichuan Province. The product has a long history of cultivation and is a locally grown high-quality pomelo with a history of over a hundred years. According to the "Xindu County Annals", "In the late Qing Dynasty, the Zhou family of Qingbai Township introduced Zhangzhou citrus (formerly known as Xindu pomelo). In the 16th year of the Republic of China, a branch of Zhangzhou citrus was grafted onto households in Liji Township, and more than a hundred plants were propagated... distributed in Qingqing, Liji, Long'an and other townships, sweet and juicy, crisp and fragrant. Peng County and Pixian County successively introduced Zhangzhou citrus from the county. In 1981, Zhangzhou citrus produced in Panjia Orchard, Long'an Township participated in the selection of early maturing citrus varieties in Wenjiang area and was rated as the first good variety of pomelo." Xindu pomelo, as a famous specialty of Chengdu City, has been recognized as a promoted good variety by the Sichuan Provincial Crop Variety Approval Committee. Its products are sweet and sour, delicious, and have a strong and mellow flavor. Rich in nutrients and with high medicinal value, it has the functions of relieving cough and phlegm, benefiting the spleen and stomach, and is a good product suitable for all ages. From 1981 to 1990, Xindu pomelo won the first place in the evaluation of high-quality pomelo varieties in Chengdu for eight consecutive years. In 1994, 1996, 1997, and 1998, it won the "Golden Cup Award" in the national pomelo category. In 1995, it won the "National Silver Award" at the Agricultural Expo. In 1997, it was officially recognized by the Sichuan Provincial Variety Appraisal Committee. In 1999, it was awarded the Sichuan Famous Brand Product Certificate at the China International Agricultural Expo. In 2005, it passed the certification of the National Green Food Center and was certified as an A-level green food. Xindu pomelo has been included in the "China Local Specialty Famous Products Yearbook". Since 2004, the "Yuzu Festival" in Xindu has been held for eight consecutive times, using "Yuzu" as a medium and "Festival" to gather friends. During this period, businesses and tourists gather in large numbers, and there are also rich and colorful cultural and sports activities. At present, Xindu District has developed into the largest pomelo production demonstration base in Sichuan Province, integrating tourism, leisure, and agricultural technology demonstration. More than 840000 pomelos are planted in the whole district, with an annual output of over 8000 tons and a peak fruit yield exceeding 15000 tons. In 2010, the output value of Xindu pomelo per mu was 9000 yuan, with an average annual income of 11000 yuan per capita. The fruit sold well both inside and outside the province, and was well received by consumers. It had good economic and social benefits, effectively driving fruit farmers to become rich and increase their income, making outstanding contributions to the construction of new rural areas in the local area, and having broad prospects for industrial development

Xindu pomelo fruit is high, flat and round in shape, with a light yellow skin and a thin, fragrant aroma. The flesh is tender, crispy and flaky, and the juice is moderately sweet and sour. It is rich in nutrients and contains a variety of vitamins, especially high vitamin C content. It is known as a natural canned food