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A gentle breeze sweeps over the central-western part of Raoping County in Chaozhou City, where the vast sea of tea plants in Fubin Town stretches as far as the eye can see, undulating along the mountainside, and the tea fields are filled with a fresh aroma. Following winding mountain roads, the verdant tea trees gradually merge with the blue sky and white clouds, painting a beautiful summer landscape. Recently, relevant leaders of the Chaozhou Municipal People's Congress Standing Committee led a group of deputies to the people's congress and representatives from related departments to conduct the "Green and Beautiful Chaozhou - Deputies in Action" themed activity in Fubin Town, Raoping County, and Fenghuang Town, Guilu Town in Chao'an District. The focus was on a special investigation into the handling of key proposals concerning "Cultivating Tax Sources in the Tea Industry to Promote Fiscal Revenue Growth." During the event, the deputies were constantly on the move, gaining a comprehensive understanding of tea production and sales, tea tax revenue, quality control, brand promotion, and tea plant protection through site visits, listening to reports, and holding symposiums. They actively collected public opinions and fully leveraged their roles as people's congress deputies to empower…

Minty is located in the Manza tea area of Yiwu, hidden deep in the mountains at an altitude of around 1800 meters. It is a small village in the primeval forest, and the area of the Minty tea garden is not large. The trees are very old, scattered here and there, with extremely low yields. The finished tea has dark green long stalks, thick and sturdy strips, a refreshing taste, sweet and smooth, with little bitterness or astringency. Its aroma is high and its water quality is soft yet firm, with a fine texture. Minty Pu'er Tea: Which Village is it From? 1. The Pa Zha He Yao Village under the Manla Village Committee in Mengla County, Xishuangbanna. 2. Yes. The Minty Pu'er tea village is located deep in the mountains of the Manza tea area in Yiwu. It is an important production base for Pu'er tea and has always been open to the public. According to Baidu Maps, the road to Minty is difficult to navigate, and the climb up the mountain is steep and perilous. 3. Minty is located deep in the mountains of the Manza tea area in Yiwu, at an altitude of about 1800 meters. It…

In the generally arid weather of Yunnan, this year's Lincang tea region, particularly Mengku, was fortunate to be refreshed by spring rains around Qingming Festival. Although it was artificial precipitation, it caused hail in parts of Xiaohusai and Dahusai, fortunately, the damage was not severe. Compared to other production areas suffering from drought, the Lincang tea region is undoubtedly more fortunate. This is likely due to the effective organic management measures taken by Shuangjiang County in recent years for its ancient tea trees, which seems to have restored the overall climate environment to the forest ecology of earlier times. Currently, there are over 36,500 mu (approx. 2433 hectares) of cultivated ancient tea trees that are over a hundred years old in the county. A total of 59 patches covering 8,000 mu (approx. 533 hectares) have been designated as municipal-level ancient tea tree resource protection zones, and 13,600 Bingdao ancient tea trees have been protected under the "one tree, one code" system. The county is also applying for another 38 patches covering 28,900 mu (approx. 1927 hectares) to be designated as municipal-level ancient tea tree resource protection zones. The "Shuangjiang Autonomous County Ancient Tea Tree Protection and Management Regulations" has been…

Unique Geographic Landscape The birthplace of Zhengshan XiaoZhong black tea, Tongmu Village in Xingcun Town, Wuyishan City (formerly Chongan County), is located within the Fujian Wuyi Mountain National Nature Reserve. The reserve lies between 27°33'N and 27°54'N latitude and 117°27'E and 117°51'E longitude, spanning 22 kilometers from southeast to northwest and 52 kilometers from north to south, covering a total area of 565 square kilometers. Compared with other regions at the same latitude, Wuyi Mountain is situated in a humid forest zone, which offers unique natural environmental conditions. Its location on the edge of the world's largest continent and two major oceans means that it experiences strong northeast and east winds in winter, and warm and humid southeast and southwest winds in summer, along with frequent typhoons during summer and autumn, providing abundant rainfall. This region has the lowest temperatures, highest rainfall, highest relative humidity, and most fog days in Fujian Province. Under the climatic conditions of hot and rainy summers and wet and cold winters, a unique geographic landscape has formed around Wuyi Mountain. A World-Renowned Treasure Trove of Biodiversity Tongmu Village is located in the northern part of the Wuyi Mountain Range, within the Wuyi Mountain National Nature…

Ancient tree tea is expensive not only because of its considerable age and deep roots but also due to its unpolluted, natural environment which gathers the essence of heaven and earth, thus nurturing the unique aroma and taste of ancient tree tea. Why is Ancient Tree Pu'er Tea so Expensive? ① High Cost of Manual Harvesting The ancient tea trees in Yunnan are tall with many branches. Fresh leaves grow on the tips and ends of branches, making manual harvesting time-consuming and labor-intensive. It takes a long time to harvest one large ancient tea tree, and there is some risk involved, so the wages for tea pickers are relatively high. Moreover, most tea farmers allow their ancient tea trees enough time to rest by only harvesting them during the spring and autumn seasons, resulting in a limited quantity of tea, which naturally drives up the price due to scarcity. ② Traditional Handcrafted Processing Techniques Good tea processing techniques are crucial for producing high-quality ancient tree Pu'er tea, and only by carefully controlling each step can excellent tea be made. For example, temperature control during the initial steaming process, the force used in kneading, and the pressure applied when forming cakes...…

Bohetang is located in the Yiwu Mansa tea region, hidden deep within the mountains at an altitude of around 1,400 to 1,620 meters, with coordinates at 101°32' East and 22°5' North. It is a small mountain hollow nestled deep within the primeval forest. The vegetation here is very well preserved. This mysterious tea garden was discovered when planting "herbal spices" in the depths of the forest. It was named Bohetang because of a naturally occurring patch of mint leaves found there. What types of tea trees are there in Bohetang? The tea area is not large, with very old trees that vary in height, scattered here and there, most of which are 5 to 8-meter-old trees. Bohetang is divided into two tea plots: Upper Tea Plot and Lower Tea Plot. All the famous ancient tea trees are in the Lower Tea Plot, while the Upper Tea Plot was planted by local farmers after 1982. Bohetang Categories One, Two, and Three Category One: Primarily refers to the tall ancient trees in Bohetang, with about 50 trees marked, one has died, leaving 49 remaining. Category Two: Estimated to be over a hundred years old, some have been pruned. Category Three: These are…

Guipa Tea is a specialty product of Xiangzhou County, Laibin City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, and is a Chinese National Geographical Indication product. The name “Guipa Tea” comes from Guipa Village nearby, where it is produced, and it is renowned for its sweet taste, beautiful shape, and fresh color. Name: Guipa Tea Year of Registration: 2020 Place of Origin: Xiangzhou County, Laibin City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Quality Characteristics: tight and twisted with green color and downy appearance, strong aroma with floral notes, bright yellow-green infusion, sweet and mellow flavor, and light green leaf base. Product Introduction Guipa Tea has tight and twisted leaves with a green color and downy appearance, a strong aroma with floral notes, a bright yellow-green infusion, a sweet and mellow flavor, and a light green leaf base. Sensory Characteristics Guipa Tea has tight and twisted leaves with a green color and downy appearance, a strong aroma with floral notes, a bright yellow-green infusion, a sweet and mellow flavor, and a light green leaf base. Intrinsic Quality Indicators The main quality indicators of Guipa Tea are controlled within the following ranges: caffeine ≥2%, tea polyphenols ≥20%, water-soluble extracts ≥40%, total free amino acids ≥4%. Safety Requirements:…

Wan Gong was a famous village along the ancient Tea Horse Road and one of the two most illustrious villages in Yi Wu tea mountain during its heyday. During the reign of Emperor Qianlong, Yi Wu tea mountain and Man Sa tea mountain, both under the governance of Yi Wu’s local ruler, entered their most prosperous periods. At that time, Wan Gong was at the heart of the ancient six major tea mountains and also the site of imperial tribute tea gardens. Since the Qing Dynasty’s Xianfeng period, Wan Gong has been known as Thousand Family Village, with over 400 households and a large population, making it the most prosperous village in Yi Wu tea mountain. Later, due to the prevalence of malaria and other reasons, Wan Gong village gradually declined and faded from the sight of tea enthusiasts. The ancient tea gardens of Wan Gong have been severely damaged; there are no longer contiguous groves of ancient trees but rather scattered tea trees within the virgin forest. Wan Gong holds a significant place among the ancient tree teas of Yi Wu, being an area where ancient tea trees are well-preserved. These ancient tea trees grow at altitudes above 1,800…

With August's arrival, summer is halfway through. The surge in popularity of unsweetened ready-to-drink (RTD) tea has led to a rapid increase in market supply. At the back end, brand products; at the mid-end, distribution and marketing; and at the front end, retail displays – all are working at full capacity to provide the market with unsweetened teas, hoping to gain a share of the growth. Image Source: Weibo @Suntory Beverages, Guozi Shule (Unsweetened Tea), Dongfang Shuye (Oriental Leaf Tea) However, the market composed of consumers, both physical space defined by geography and business types and virtual space shaped by consumer willingness, cannot grow indefinitely. At this point, most players have played their cards and are beginning to experience diminishing marginal returns or even outright failure. This week, we will continue our specialized research on unsweetened RTD tea categories. This week’s focus will be on overall trends, price analysis, and in-depth studies of typical “star products.” The data used in this article is sourced from CT Brand by MaxWin. CT Brand by MaxWin covers cities of all levels above the county level across China, with business formats including hypermarkets, supermarkets, small supermarkets, convenience stores, and grocery stores. MaxWin uses AI…

In April, Jingdong comes back to life, with the breath of spring nourishing every inch of land and bringing forth vibrant vitality. As the star of spring, tea leaves are revealing their new appearance. The scent of tea fills each plantation and permeates mountain after mountain. Local tea farmers are busy picking the first flush of new buds. On the tea mountains, it's common to see tea farmers carrying small baskets on their backs, moving between the tea trees, picking tender shoots—a picturesque scene of "the fragrance of a bud and a leaf, a person and a basket busy picking tea" in spring. Surrounded by the tea forest, the sight is a sea of green, and the scent is the subtle aroma of tea, like a natural oxygen bar, making one want to breathe deeply and feel instantly refreshed. What goes into the baskets is not just tea leaves, but also the hope of spring and people's yearning for a better life. The emerald green tea mountains have become a "gold mine" for tea farmers' income growth. Contributors | Zhou Yan, Xie Shasha

The Chinese nomination project "The Ancient Tea Forest Cultural Landscape of Jingmai Mountain in Pu'er" was approved during the 45th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, and has been added to the World Heritage List as China's 57th world heritage site. Below, let's explore through a series of posters the World Cultural Heritage Site The Ancient Tea Forest Cultural Landscape of Jingmai Mountain in Pu'er Credit: Publicity Department of the Pu'er Municipal Committee Photography for the posters: Zhang Cheng, Zhao Jiaqi Design of the posters: Huang Jin, Bao Ziqian

Continuous extreme heat at the end of July and beginning of August had the tea farmers of Wengjia Mountain Village worried. Faced with difficulties, they are addressing them head-on; during these hot days, the tea farmers have been setting up shade nets on the tea mountains and connecting water pipes to fully irrigate and moisturize the tea trees. (Current state of the tea garden) Due to a severe water situation, the village committee applied to the water utility group on July 30th for permission to use firefighting water. This application aimed to enable tea farmers to independently combat drought, ensuring that reservoirs do not crack due to lack of water, while also storing water to cope with possible emergencies, thus strengthening forest fire prevention measures. In addition, the maintenance work on the roadside water pipes is being carried out intensively. Staff in public welfare positions in the village have taken on the heavy responsibility, even those who have just recovered from heatstroke are unhesitatingly joining the workforce. To prevent heatstroke among the tea farmers, the Wengjia Mountain Village Committee has thoughtfully prepared Huoxiang Zhengqi Water and Huoxiang Zhengqi Capsules in the pavilion at the top of the mountain, available as…

The long wind has blown through the forest for a thousand years, countless tea trees swaying within it, the tranquil tea fragrance already scattered across thousands of miles. This is Jingmai Mountain, a thousand-year-old ancient tea forest recognized by the whole world. The villages dotted in the forest, like a serendipitous glimpse of utopia. The gray rooftops in clusters, thatch old and tenacious in time. Huge dark green banana leaves poke out, teasing the cherry blossoms that only come in spring. Sunset on the flowers in her hair, embroidery lines on the black skirt connecting centuries of family blessings, large bamboo baskets filled with sweetness, small embroidered sachets holding our whispered secrets. When the mountain moon rises, lanterns light up the skyway, deep blue background mingling with many lights, welcoming every moonlight appearance, saying goodbye to every sunrise, the mountain people as sturdy as rocks live and breathe with Jingmai Mountain, life continues, brilliant like the mountain flowers. Seeing the bond between people and the land is so concrete and clear, from ancient times to modern days, never truly distant. Original article published in the Pu'er Magazine

1. Do we feel joy when drinking tea? Dopamine, a term we are all familiar with, is a central neurotransmitter that activates brain nerve cells and its physiological activity is closely related to one's emotional state. Scientific experiments have proven that L-theanine in tea can significantly promote the release of dopamine in the brain’s central nervous system, enhancing the physiological activity of dopamine within the brain. (Reference: China National Knowledge Infrastructure - "Research on the Performance and Synthesis of L-Theanine" by Chen Yinxia) It must be admitted that tea is a very charming beverage. 2. Flower + Tea = Happiness > 2 Jasmine + Green Tea: Jasmine has a fresh and vivid aroma while green tea is refreshing. Through the skilled craftsmanship of tea artisans, the scent of jasmine is infused into the tea. The result is a jasmine green tea that is subtle yet fragrant, not too light nor too heavy. Sipping it releases the full fragrance of summer between your lips and teeth. Osmanthus + Black Tea: Osmanthus has a rich and intense fragrance, while black tea is sweet and mellow. The osmanthus black tea produced through this process has a soft and sweet liquor, with the scent…

Baihua Tan, affiliated with the high-quality tea production area Tongqing River in Pu'er tea, has become an emerging micro-production zone due to its highly distinctive taste experience. It is a delight for tea enthusiasts and a valuable treasure. Speaking of their current status and position, they stand out among the rapidly rising micro-production zones in Yiwu in recent years. They are truly favored by tea enthusiasts, like a cherished possession in one hand and a precious gem in the other. As for the taste characteristics, they are distinct and hard to rank. Similarly rooted in the fairy-like secret realm of Yiwu, they are naturally nourished by high mountain mists, have little human intervention, and the tea trees are not dwarfed, thus naturally possessing a wild beauty and the essence of the mountains and forests. Tongqing River, which could be considered as coming from the same lineage, each has its unique mountain and forest essence. Those who have tasted both teas will easily find that even with the same "mountain and forest essence," what we taste and feel can be very different. The tea from Baihua Tan has a mountain and forest essence more akin to floral fragrance and wilderness charm,…

The Chinese yearning for natural landscapes is inscribed in our very genes. When climbing mountains, one expresses emotions through them; when seeing water, sentiments are felt within it. Since ancient times, countless literati and poets have poured their true feelings into the vast expanse of nature. Every blade of grass, every tree, every cliff, and every ravine in Wuyi Mountain reveals its beauty in the leisurely flow of wild streams and the grandeur of bell sounds at great heights, standing out in the southeast of China. 01 WUYI MOUNTAIN Jade peaks and emerald covers, blue waters and vermilion mountains Transformed by wind and rain into jade bones, they defy ordinary interpretations. In his fifties, Lu You, serving as the vice magistrate of Jian'ning Prefecture in northern Fujian, was captivated by the wonders of Wuyi Mountain. Here, he brewed tea, enjoyed it, composed poetry, and wrote magnificent verses such as "A Tour of Wuyi Mountain." The Wuyi Mountains, stretching for thousands of miles, are a significant feature in southeastern China. With hundreds of peaks over 1,000 meters high, Wuyi Mountain stands tall, its main peak Huanggang Mountain reaching 2,160.8 meters, rivaling the Five Great Mountains, and known as the "Roof of…

Tea plants are perennial evergreen shrubs, and environmental pollutants accumulate in tea gardens and within the plants over time. Due to their large leaf surface area, tea plants have a higher initial deposition of pesticides or adsorb higher concentrations of environmental pollutants under the same dosage and air pollution levels compared to other crops. With multiple harvests per year, the interval between pesticide application and harvest is short, reducing the time for pesticide degradation. After picking, tea leaves are directly processed into dried tea, which is then steeped for consumption, causing any pesticide residues or pollutants to leach into the tea infusion based on their solubility. Therefore, the ecological environment of tea gardens and the quality safety of tea products receive significant attention. I. Development of Pest Management Technologies in China 1. Traditional Control Stage Before the 1940s, tea gardens were scattered and sporadic, with relatively few pest outbreaks. Pest control technologies were also rudimentary. Since the founding of the People's Republic of China, although tea production rapidly developed, pest management in tea gardens remained at the stage of agricultural control measures and the use of plant-based pesticides. Although this period was technologically primitive from an ecological perspective, the populations…

The He Kai ancient tea mountain is located in the Menghai County, Menghun Town, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, with an overall altitude ranging from 1,400 to 1,700 meters. The most distinctive feature of He Kai is that “the tea grows among the trees, and the villages are nestled within the tea gardens.” It is the largest contiguous area of ancient tea gardens in Xishuangbanna Prefecture, covering over 16,000 mu (approximately 1,067 hectares) with more than 2.3 million individual ancient tea trees. There are many villages under the jurisdiction of the He Kai Village Committee, including Manmai, Manlongxin and Manlong old village, Mantuan, Guanggang, and others. Among these, Manmai is at the highest elevation in the He Kai ancient tea garden and is considered to have the best quality and be the most representative village. The He Kai ancient tree tea is characterized by its sweet, rich, and full-bodied flavor upon entry into the mouth, strong tea essence, and powerful wild mountain notes. Overall, the taste of He Kai ancient tree tea is more balanced—it is not as bitter as Laoman'e nor as dominant as Lao Banzhang, making it highly acceptable and cost-effective. He Kai literally means “the place where the sun is…

Recently, affected by a strong cold air front, temperatures in Guangdong have dropped significantly, with some areas experiencing snow, ice, and freezing conditions, especially in the northern tea regions of Renhua, Lechang, and Lianshan, where "icicles" have appeared. To minimize the impact of low temperatures on tea production, reporters from Nongcun Nanfang Daily and the Southern Tea Channel contacted experts from the Guangdong Academy of Agricultural Sciences Tea Research Institute, the National Tea Industry Technology System Qingyuan Comprehensive Test Station, and the Guangdong Tea Industry Technology System to provide advice for tea farmers on how to implement effective frost protection measures for their tea plants, thus strengthening prevention and ensuring the safety of tea production. Impact of Frost Damage on Tea Plants After suffering from frost damage, tea plants may exhibit symptoms such as discolored and dried leaves, dead branches, and trunks. This can also delay the sprouting of spring tea, leading to reduced yield and quality, which affects economic benefits. Symptoms of frost damage in tea plants Care for Frost-Damaged Tea Plants 1. Care for Dormant Tea Plants Affected by Frost: For varieties with good cold resistance, timely drainage is needed to prevent repeated freeze-thaw cycles that can damage…

What are the differences between Purple Bud Tea and Purple Juanshan Tea? Many people may find it hard to distinguish. Today, let's talk about their differences. Purple Bud Tea encompasses all tea trees and tea products with purple buds and leaves. Such tea trees are rarely seen in China. However, in Yunnan, Purple Bud Tea is a type of Pu'er tea where usually the buds and first three leaves are purple. The Purple Bud Tea in Yunnan is not a specific variety or a particular processing method but rather the result of natural genetic mutation under natural selection. They often grow on primitive wild old tea trees and ancient tea trees. Due to the dry climate and strong sunlight, the tea trees have undergone natural mutations, causing the buds to exhibit varying shades of purple. In a vast tea forest, there aren't many tea trees with purple buds. Even on ancient tea trees, the number of purple buds is scarce. Purple Bud Tea is mainly distributed in high-altitude areas of Xishuangbanna, Lincang, and Pu'er, with relatively more in the Lincang region. After brewing, the liquor color of Purple Bud Tea is similar to other Pu'er teas, yellow and bright. Its…

Bangdong Ancient Tree Tea belongs to the Lincang production area. Its origin is located in the Bangdong Township of Linxiang District, Lincang City, Yunnan Province. It is characterized by tightly bound tea leaves that still show some downy tips, a dark green color with a slight grayish tinge. When brewed, the tea liquor is bright greenish-yellow, the leaf base is deep green and lustrous, the aroma is honey-like, and the taste is mellow with a hint of sweetness. After careful tasting, one can experience its strong tea energy. Bangdong Ancient Tree Tea: Which Production Area Does It Belong To? Bangdong Township is over 60 kilometers away from the urban area of Lincang. It includes Xigui ancient tea mountain and part of the Daxueshan area. Because Xigui tea has a higher profile and different tea quality and character, it has been classified separately; therefore, the Bangdong ancient tea mountain does not include the Xigui ancient tea mountain or the Daxueshan ancient tea mountain. Due to the vast size of Daxueshan and the large number of ancient tea mountains involved, to avoid confusion, the Daxueshan ancient tea mountain mainly focuses on wild tea resources. The Bangdong ancient tea mountain enjoys unique geographical…

The Banana Forest in Yiwu Gaoshan Village is a state-owned ancient tea forest, named after the banana trees among which the tea trees grow. It is the oldest settlement of the village ancestors and the most ancient tea garden in the village. The tea trees here have not been pruned and are in a semi-primitive wild state, coexisting with the surrounding forest. Coupled with ample sunlight and a moderate slope, this tea plot cultivates thick and unique tea leaves. The ancient tea trees of the Banana Forest come with the soft and sweet characteristics typical of Yiwu, and can also be considered one of the areas with the most prominent aroma experiences in Yiwu. Floral, sweet fruit, and honey aromas are all contained within the tea liquor, with the fragrance prominently present in the liquid. The tea liquor is smooth and delicate upon entry, gentle yet firm, full of flavor. The Pu'er spring tea of 2024 has entered the picking period, with large-scale picking expected to start at the end of March or early April. The Pu'er tea from the Banana Forest of Yiwu Gaoshan Village is loved by many tea enthusiasts for its unique taste and aroma. Preliminary Sale…

Jingmai Mountain is located at the junction of Xishuangbanna, Pu'er, and Myanmar.The morning mist and sea of clouds, the winter cherry blossoms across the mountainous tea forests, the ancient tea forests that have remained green for millennia, and the pristine ancient villages where multiple ethnic groups such as the Dai, Bulang, Hani, and Lahu coexist, make up this hidden paradise in the enchanting southern Yunnan. Jingmai Mountain is renowned for its "thousand-year, ten-thousand-mu ancient tea garden," one of China's six major tea mountains. Its area of thousand-year-old ancient tea forests is unparalleled. It is verified that tea has been cultivated here for nearly 2,000 years, yet these distinctions have not brought it much attention. Behind its low profile lies a long history and rich ethnic culture. Ethnic minorities like the Bulang, Dai, Wa, Lahu, and Hani have lived here for generations. For centuries, tea has become a faith to the indigenous people, who guard their revered ancient tea trees silently. Here, you will find the world's oldest, largest contiguous, and still-harvested ancient tea forests. The ancient tea forests on Jingmai Mountain are mainly comprised of artificially cultivated thousand-year-old tea trees, coexisting with the primary forest. The scale of this cultural…

Tea leaves gently unfurl, settling into the porcelain cup, and in an instant, the world within the cup comes alive. Each leaf carries the breath of the mountains and the nourishment of dew, slowly unfolding in the water as if narrating a poetic chapter of life. And I wish to become that listening ear, savoring not just its taste but also its sound—the gentle stream of water from the pot, whispers of nature, and the hymn of life. As the ancients said: “Water has three stages of boiling.” Each stage is a natural symphony. At the first boil, fine bubbles resemble fish eyes, with a soft rustling like the wind through the forest; at the second boil, the water sounds grow clearer, like a clear spring flowing over stones, which is the perfect time for brewing tea; by the third boil, it roars like the surge of rivers and seas, stirring the heart and soul, almost as if one can hear the resonance of their own heartbeat. On rainy days, sipping tea adds another layer of ambiance. The pitter-patter of rain outside intertwines with the gurgling of water in the pot, creating a soothing melody. Steam fills the room, dispelling…