Minfeng Jujube [Xinjiang Minfeng Specialty]

What is Minfeng jujube? Authentic Xinjiang Minfeng Specialty: Minfeng Jujube

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Introduction to Minfeng Jujube

Minfeng Jujube is a specialty of Minfeng County, Hotan, Xinjiang. Minfeng County, formerly known as "Niya", has been a place where nomadic tribes in western China have thrived and thrived since ancient times. The sunshine here is long, and the soil in the desert oasis is particularly soft, which is very suitable for the growth of red dates. The ripening period of red dates in Minfeng County is in mid October every year. Due to its unique geographical location, advantages in light and heat resources, and suitable soil conditions for the growth of red dates, the excellent quality of red dates is achieved

Regional Scope

Minfeng County, meaning abundant people, was formerly known as "Niya" and was the location of the "Jingjue Kingdom" of the 36 Western Regions during the Han and Jin dynasties. It was once an important relay station on the Southern Silk Road. It is located in the south of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, at the easternmost edge of Hotan region, bordering Qiemo County of Bayingolin Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture in the east, Yutian County in the west, Kunlun Mountains in the south, Gaize County of Xizang Autonomous Region, and the hinterland of Taklimakan Desert in the north, Shaya County of Aksu Prefecture. The geographical indication protection scope of Minfeng jujube products includes 28 administrative villages, including Niya Township, Andier, Andier Ranch, 4 townships, 1 town, and 1 ranch in Minfeng County. The geographical coordinates are located between 82 ° 22 ′ and 84 ° 55 ′, north latitude between 35 ° 20 ′ and 39 ° 30 ′, altitude between 1500 and 1800 meters, protected area of 7000 hectares, and annual yield of 1800 tons

(1) External sensory characteristics: Minfeng jujube is a dry and fresh variety, with a deep red color, a regular and plump fruit shape, a single fruit weight of 23 grams, and a maximum weight of over 50 grams. The skin is smooth, the color is bright and uniform, and the fruit is cylindrical or long inverted. It is dried by air drying, with a deeper red color and a sweeter taste. The quality is superior

(2) Intrinsic quality indicators: The unique natural environment has created the special quality of Minfeng jujube in Minfeng County. The skin is thin, the flesh is thick, the nucleus is small, the texture is crisp and sweet, and the edible rate is over 97%. Fresh jujube is rich in 18 types of amino acids, with a total sugar content of ≥ 38.5 (g/100g), a fat content of ≤ 0.2%, a reducing vitamin C content of ≥ 37.5, a protein content of ≥ 2.8 (g/100g), a vitamin B1 content of ≥ 0.005 (mg/100g), a vitamin B2 content of ≥ 0.025 (mg/100g), a calcium content of ≥ 140 (mg/kg), an iron content of ≥ 0.5 (mg/kg), a potassium content of ≥ 6.5 × 103 (mg/kg), a phosphorus content of ≥ 510 (mg/kg), and a zinc content of Magnesium content ≥ 255 (mg/kg), aluminum content ≤ 1.2 (mg/kg), copper content ≤ 1.3 (mg/kg)

(3) Quality and safety regulations: The product quality must meet the requirements of the "Pollution free Food Red Dates (NY5252-2004) Standard"