Qin Antao is named after Qin 'an, the hometown of melons and fruits in Gansu. Thanks to the local special climate, water and soil environment, Qin 'an peaches are bright in color, delicious in taste, high in nutritional value, and have the effects of strengthening the body and prolonging life. There is also "the queen mother has flat peaches in the sky, and there are peaches underground in Qin' an." The reputation, and won the title of "China famous fruit", has also been included in the national geographical indication protection products.
The reason why Qin 'an peaches are colorful and delicious is determined by their unique geographical environment. Qin 'an, located in the southeast of Gansu Province and the north of Tianshui City, belongs to the temperate semi-humid climate in central Gansu Province, and has been one of the most suitable golden latitudes for deciduous fruit trees cultivation in northern China since ancient times. There is no cold in winter, no heat in summer, four distinct seasons, deep soil layer, abundant sunshine, abundant heat, large temperature difference between day and night, and long crop growth period, which are very suitable for fruit tree cultivation. .
Planting history
According to Qin 'an County Records, Qin 'an peach was widely cultivated as early as the Han Dynasty. During the Tang and Song Dynasties, "Tao Qi", "Gorpeach" and "Tao Qiu" were famous for their big size, bright colors and delicious taste. According to legend, when Li Shimin was ill, Emperor Taizong wanted to eat peaches from his hometown, so he sent messengers to Qin 'an to pick them. From then on, Qin Antao was regarded as a tribute of the imperial court and became famous all over the world. .
nutritive value
"The queen mother flat peach in the sky, map two Qin Antao prize.
And Qin' an peaches. In Qin 'an, peaches are famous all over the country for their big size, bright color, delicious taste, excellent quality, environmental protection and rich nutrition, so they have also won the reputation of "hometown of melons and fruits" for Qin 'an. Qin Antao is not only delicate and sweet, easy to digest, but also suitable for all ages. According to experts' testing, its main nutritional components include: rich vitamin C, a lot of cellulose, carotene, lycopene and various trace elements needed by human body, among which the contents of selenium and zinc are obviously higher than other fruits, and its nutritional value is very high. No wonder China's myths and legends often associate peaches with longevity. It also contains a lot of pectin. Taking two tablets a day can relieve constipation, lower blood sugar and blood lipid, resist eye diseases, remove dark spots, delay aging and improve immune function. It can also promote appetite, and is a health-care fruit and a longevity fruit. Qin Antao can not only strengthen the body and prolong life, but also relieve hangover and improve hangover. According to nutritionists, niacin contained in peaches can effectively promote blood circulation and relieve discomfort after drinking, which is very suitable for drinking as fruit. In addition, Qin 'an peach also has natural and effective whitening effect. Containing natural astringent ingredients, it can increase skin elasticity, prevent wrinkles, repair false wrinkles and fine lines, and has a rich fragrance, which is favored by women. Peaches also have a strong moisturizing function, and the whole plant has medicinal effects, especially peach blossoms. In the ancient imperial secret recipe, it is recorded that boiling peaches in water to wash your face, bathe and drink can whiten your skin, and it is also said that squeezing peaches and washing them with rice washing water can moisturize your skin. Because peach blossom has the functions of diuresis and blood circulation, it can remove waste from the body, so it also has the magical effect of beauty and weight loss. If it is skillfully matched with some foods, it will become a good diet to maintain the body. .
quality certification
Qin Antao is a pillar industry and well-known brand of Qin 'an. Because of its environmental protection and high quality, it won the national green food certification, was awarded the first prize of recommended fruit for the Beijing Olympic Games, and was awarded the title of "China Famous Fruit", and was also included in the national geographical indication protection products. .
Protection of geographical indication products
In July, 2008, it was approved by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine, and it was decided to protect Qin Antao's chinese national geography logo. .
Protected domain
The scope of protection of geographical indication products of Qin 'antao is subject to the proposal on determining the scope of protection of geographical indication products of Qin 'antao in Qin 'an County, Gansu Province (Han [2007] No.35), including Xingguo Town, Xichuan Town, Lianhua Town, Longcheng Town, Guojiazhen Town, Yunshan Township, Anfu Township, Xiang Township and Wang Township. .