Innovation

In the busy modern society, the fast-paced lifestyle has made us miss out on many beauties and joys. The emergence of tea spaces with a focus on aesthetics provides us with an opportunity to slow down and explore and enjoy another way of life. Located in the Yun Valley Innovation Park in Baohe District, Eleven Tea House is such a tea space that combines tea and aesthetic living. It presents a natural setting amidst very modern architecture, integrating culture, refined gatherings, and tea events in one place. It infuses traditional culture and the concept of tea plus aesthetics into modern life, allowing more people to discover the beauty of life. The founder of the tea house, Guan Xiaobao, was once a landscape designer. He became involved with tea by chance. "Drinking tea is a way to enjoy life and should not be constrained by the environment. I hope to create a space where everyone interested in tea can brew tea in their own preferred way. Ten signifies completeness, from the very beginning." Speaking about the origin of Eleven Tea House, founder Guan Xiaobao said this. Upon entering Eleven Tea House, the words “Luzhou Light” illuminated by the lights catch your…

According to weather forecasts, from February 1st to 6th, Hubei Province will experience the most powerful cold wave of the winter, with low temperatures, rain, snow, and ice. The average temperature across the province is expected to drop by 6°C to 10°C. This severe freezing weather will pose a significant threat to the normal growth of tea plants, particularly young ones. Precautionary measures should be taken to minimize the impact of extreme freezing conditions on tea fields and ensure the production of spring tea next year. Influence of Low-Temperature Freezing Weather on Tea Production Severe freezing weather poses a significant threat to the normal growth of tea plants, especially young ones, potentially leading to reduced yields, decreased quality, and even plant death. Measures to Prevent Frost Damage in Tea Plants 1. Covering for Frost Protection For mature tea plants in high-altitude areas, non-woven fabrics, ground films, or shade nets can be used to directly cover the canopy, with better results achieved by erecting a shelter 10cm to 20cm above the canopy. Covering with rice straw or crop stalks provides even better protection against extreme cold. Covering materials should be removed when temperatures rise. 2. Spraying Anti-Freeze Agents For mature tea…

To further deepen the Jiangsu-Shaanxi cooperation in industrial assistance and support the development of Ziyang's tea industry, recently, Liao Dongchu, the Deputy Secretary of the County Party Committee, led a team to conduct an inspection and research on tea industry cooperation in Zhonglou District and Jintan District of Changzhou. Relevant officials from the County Development and Reform Bureau participated in the inspection and research. At Changzhou Kaigu Tea Food Co., Ltd. and Jiangsu Xinpin Tea Co., Ltd., Liao Dongchu and his delegation gained a deep understanding of the detailed processes involved in tea planting, processing, packaging, and sales. They also engaged in extensive communication, exchanges, and discussions with business leaders on the theme of how to leverage the Jiangsu-Shaanxi cooperation platform for industrial collaboration. Liao Dongchu stated that Ziyang County is committed to developing its tea industry as the leading sector for enriching the people and strengthening the county. Currently, the county has a tea plantation area of 260,000 mu, 66 tea zones, and an annual tea production of over 12,000 tons. Meanwhile, based on traditional tea production, Jintan District has been seeking innovation by building "smart tea gardens," integrating "matcha novelties," and exploring "spring economy." These initiatives have not…

In the beautiful season of autumn, when the air is crisp and filled with the aroma of tea, in order to accelerate the construction of a modern tea industry ecosystem encompassing organic planting, fine processing, diversified sales, and tea culture tourism, and to promote technological innovation, brand upgrading, and market expansion of Renhua County's tea industry, on August 13th, the Renhua County Rural Revitalization Talent Station, the Hongshan Town Rural Revitalization Talent Station, the County Agricultural and Rural Affairs Bureau, and the County Forestry Bureau joined forces with well-known expert teams from the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area to conduct the "Tea as a Medium, Discussing Development" high-quality tea industry development talent event in Renhua County. This event brought together authoritative experts from institutions such as the Guangdong Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Jinan University, Shaoguan University, Southern Medical University, and the "Dual Hundred Actions" service team stationed in Renhua County from Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University, as well as local "soil experts," "field talents," and representatives from tea enterprises in Renhua County. Together, they provided diagnoses and advice for the high-quality development of Renhua's tea industry. The expert group visited core production areas including the Peninsula Tea Garden in Yuhuang Village,…

To further standardize the market and promote a green, eco-friendly transformation of the tea industry, enhancing tea quality and fostering high-quality development in the sector, on July 9, 2024, the kick-off meeting and first working seminar for the national standard "Technical Specifications for the Construction and Management of Eco-Friendly Tea Gardens," led by our university, was held at the Wuyi Mountain Rock Tea Science Village (referred to as the village) in Wuyi Star Tea Co., Ltd. (referred to as Wuyi Star). Attendees included Professor Sun Weijiang, the chief expert of the village from the College of Horticulture at Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University (FAFU); Associate Professors Xue Zhihui and Chen Zhidan, experts resident at the village from Anxi Tea College (Digital Economy College) at FAFU; Wang Tao, the director of the village; Deputy Directors Chen Qinglan and Zhuo Kaibin; representatives from Wuyi Star; as well as leaders and experts from the Chinese National Cooperative General Federation's Hangzhou Tea Research Institute, South China Agricultural University, Fujian Provincial Plant Cultivation Technology Extension Station, Nanping City Agricultural and Rural Bureau, Fujian Province's Wanshi Liuxiang Agricultural Development Co., Ltd., Ze Wu (Wuyi Mountain) Eco-Tea Co., Ltd., and Fujian Province's Danpao Tea Co., Ltd. Image…

On a hot summer day, inside the processing workshop of Guicha Tea Industry Co., Ltd., Tongren, Guizhou (hereafter referred to as Guicha Company), located at the foot of the World Natural Heritage site Fanjing Mountain, machines hum and the air is filled with the aroma of tea."Products such as matcha powder, matcha lattes, matcha cookies, matcha noodles, and matcha chocolates are being produced at an accelerated pace in the 'World-Class Matcha Mega Factory' workshop." According to Lan Fangqiang, Deputy General Manager of Guicha Company, the company's matcha production and sales exceeded 1,000 tons in 2023, with 40% exported overseas. Workers in the Guicha Company production workshop are busy in an orderly manner. On July 31st, the "Innovative Journey for Regional Coordination and Development" media tour visited the world's largest matcha production base – Guicha Tea Industry Co., Ltd., Tongren, Guizhou, to witness the grandeur of the "World-Class Matcha Mega Factory." Guicha Company was established in March 2017 as a modern enterprise that integrates planting, research and development, production, and marketing. The company has invested a total of 600 million RMB to build the Guicha Industrial Park covering 340 acres at the foot of the World Natural Heritage site "Fanjing Mountain."…

Abstract: Lushan Cloud and Mist Tea, a treasure of Chinese tea culture, is steeped in mystery and romance in its origins and legends. This article analyzes its historical roots, environment and characteristics, production methods and identification, cultural significance and symbolism, market status and development, as well as personal experiences and reflections, to illustrate the natural beauty and cultural heritage embodied in Lushan Cloud and Mist Tea. Please bear with any limitations or errors (personal views; April 2024). Keywords: China; tea culture; Lushan Cloud and Mist; historical and cultural significance; value I. Historical Origins of Lushan Cloud and Mist Tea 1.1 Origins and Legends Lushan Cloud and Mist Tea, a gem of Chinese tea culture, has origins and legends filled with mystery and romance. According to historical records, the history of Lushan Cloud and Mist Tea can be traced back to the Han Dynasty, when tea farmers were already picking tea leaves amidst the misty mountains of Lushan. The legends surrounding its origin are widely circulated, adding an aura of legend to Lushan Cloud and Mist Tea. According to legend, Lushan Cloud and Mist Tea was created by a monk named Huiyuan. While practicing in Lushan, Monk Huiyuan discovered that the…

The spirit of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, convened at a critical period for advancing the modernization of China and the rejuvenation of the nation, is of utmost importance. The spirit of the session has elicited an enthusiastic response at the county tea industry development center. Officials from the center have expressed their commitment to thoroughly study and understand the spirit of the plenum, ensuring its implementation in all aspects of their work. Fuliang County Tea Industry Development Center, General Affairs Department Wang Kai The successful convening of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee has charted a clear course for the country's development, generating a strong response throughout society. The strategic deployment of further comprehensive reforms by the plenum covers numerous areas including the economy, society, and people's livelihood, outlining a grand blueprint for future development. These measures will undoubtedly inject powerful momentum into Chinese-style modernization and provide solid institutional guarantees. As a key sector, the tea industry plays a significant role in Fuliang County. As a member of the tea industry development center, I feel a great sense of responsibility. In my future work, I will adhere to the guidance…

"Welcome to the high-altitude tea garden live stream. Today, Fujia will introduce a group of young friends who have come from afar. They are youth volunteers from Beijing Institute of Technology, Zhuhai Campus, and Macau University of Science and Technology..." Recently, over 40 volunteers from the Zhu-Macao-Hong Kong Youth Assistance Zun Volunteer Service Team donned straw hats and slung small bamboo baskets over their shoulders to form an "E-commerce Assist Agriculture Squad." They arrived at the high-altitude tea garden in Shatang Village, Meitan County, Zunyi City, to support the "Guangdong-Guizhou Collaboration" and "Guizhou Tea to the World" initiatives. This event also invited Du Fujia, the first secretary of the village stationed in Shatang Village and one of China's Good Samaritans; Jiang Meng, a teacher at the Student Psychological Development Guidance Center of Beijing Institute of Technology (Zhuhai) and one of Guangdong's Good Samaritans; and Zhou Shaojun, a young writer and one of Zhuhai's Good Samaritans, to participate in live-streaming to assist agriculture and creative activities. As dawn broke, the volunteers trekked up the mountain, taking two hours to reach the high-altitude tea garden base located over a thousand meters above sea level. "Without skilled techniques or polished scripts, these volunteers…

The techniques for making Puer tea and tribute tea, as shining gems in the list of China's traditional tea-making intangible cultural heritage, not only carry profound historical tea culture but are also a vital force driving local economic and cultural development.The Yunnan province's Ning'er county, known for its intangible cultural heritage, has been dedicated to the inheritance, protection, and innovation of these techniques. Through systematic work and meticulous efforts, it actively promotes the diversity and exchange of tea culture, infusing new vitality into the sustainable development of the tea industry. It is currently the season of tea harvest, and in Ning'er's vast tea gardens, tea farmers move through the emerald green tea bushes, skillfully gathering the tender leaves filled with the essence of spring into their baskets. In the organic tea garden of Wulushan in Puyi Township, Ning'er County, the spring breeze blows gently, bringing vibrant life. Zhou Ming, the production workshop director of the tea factory, leads the tea farmers in their busy work. They strictly adhere to standards while picking spring tea, with each leaf carrying their respect for and commitment to traditional techniques. Under the harmonious cooperation between Zhou Ming and his technical partners, the tea-making processes…

The Ming Dynasty was a period of innovation in tea processing and the creation of loose leaf teas, setting new trends for tea drinking. In the 24th year of Hongwu reign under Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang (1391), the production of compressed tea bricks was abolished, promoting the development of loose leaf teas. Many famous teas emerged as the method of brewing changed from whisking to steeping. The process of tea preparation became simpler, and fewer tea wares were needed. 1. Simplification and Reduction of Tea Wares The older tea cakes of the Tang Dynasty required the "boiled tea method." The finely processed dragon and phoenix compressed teas of the Song Dynasty necessitated the "whisked tea method." Both the "boiled tea method" and the "whisked tea method" involved complex procedures and a multitude of tea wares. The brewing of loose leaf teas in the Ming Dynasty was much simpler: a small amount of tea would be placed in a cup (or pot), and hot water poured over it, ready to drink. This method was also known as the "pinch tea method" during the Song Dynasty. At this point, only a kettle for boiling water and a cup (or pot) for brewing were…

In recent years, Liping County has leveraged its abundant resource advantages by focusing on enterprise services, improving efficiency, and technological innovation to solve problems faced by tea enterprises in development, production and sales, and technology. The county is dedicated to building a cluster of ethnic specialty food industries centered around tea leaves and oil tea. Firstly, focusing on optimizing services to solve development challenges. By concentrating on enhancing service levels for enterprises, the county has adjusted the contact and service responsibilities of key industrial enterprises among county-level leaders. It continues to deepen the "one-to-one" assistance mechanism for enterprises led by county-level leaders. Through proactive visits and research at enterprises, the relevant functional departments are coordinated to resolve issues faced by enterprises, with timely follow-ups on issue resolution. Based on the current operational status of enterprises, "one enterprise, one policy" measures are developed to boost output values, effectively promoting healthy enterprise development. To date, the county's standardized and above-scale tea enterprises have cumulatively achieved an output value of 174 million RMB, a year-on-year increase of 32%. Secondly, focusing on improving efficiency to solve production and sales challenges. Keeping a close eye on both production and sales, the county continues to promote…

Due to being part of the same Eastern cultural sphere, Japanese tea wares emphasize connotations just like those in China. This piece shares content from Chapter Five of “Tea Pleasures in Variegated Colours: The Spread of Chinese Tea and Foreign Tea Affairs,” written by Yu Yue and published by Guangming Daily Press in August 1999. Since the 13th century, the custom of drinking tea has been widespread in Japan. After Kato Saemon studied porcelain making in our country and returned home, he began to pay attention to the porcelain industry. Kato, also known as Tojirō, settled in Seto, where generations of potters have maintained the traditional production of Seto ware. In 1510, Goro-taifu came to Jingdezhen, China, to study porcelain manufacturing and returned to Japan in 1515. He brought back the techniques and materials needed for producing blue-and-white porcelain from Jingdezhen, setting up a kiln in Arita, known for its clay, marking the beginning of porcelain production in Japan. While in China, he went by the pseudonym Wu Yangrui, and the porcelain he made was also called Xiangrui. These products were limited to using Chinese techniques and materials without significant innovation but later became rare and expensive porcelain. By the…

It's that time of the year again when spring warms the earth and flowers bloom. Below are some basics about growing and processing Anxi Tieguanyin, which I've compiled to share with everyone... What are the main factors contributing to the superior quality of Anxi Tieguanyin? The main factors are the integrated "Heaven, Earth, People, and Variety." "Heaven" refers to the unique natural climate conditions in Anxi that are ideal for the growth and initial processing of Tieguanyin, including temperature, sunlight, precipitation, and relative humidity. "Earth" refers to the unique geographical conditions in Anxi, such as its latitude and longitude, soil conditions, and vegetation. "People" refers to the exquisite and unique traditional tea-making skills of Anxi tea farmers. "Variety" refers to the pure Tieguanyin tea variety propagated through cuttings. What altitude is most suitable for growing Tieguanyin in Anxi? An altitude of 300-1000 meters is most suitable for growing Tieguanyin in Anxi. What type of soil is suitable for the growth of Tieguanyin tea plants? Soils with a pH value between 4.5-6.0, such as red soil, brick-red soil, yellow-red soil, and sandy loam. What is the appropriate row and plant spacing for planting Tieguanyin tea plants? 1. Single-row double-plant: The general…

"The Xihu District of Hangzhou City should earnestly implement the important concept of 'two mountains' put forward by President Xi Jinping and accelerate the industrialization work of Xihu White Tea. Further efforts should be made to speed up the construction of 'Hangzhou standards,' incorporating Xihu White Tea into a high-standard system, achieving precise management of production data and online digital management of labels; realize high-level management by including Xihu White Tea in a sound institutional protection system, strengthening administrative law enforcement and collaborative protection; particularly strengthen high-quality promotion by establishing and improving inspection, testing, and quality management systems, formulating a series of standards for 'one green, one red, and one white.'” This is the suggestion from Li Hong, a member of the CPPCC Xihu District Committee. Tea is the national drink, and Hangzhou is its capital. As one of Hangzhou's 'golden business cards,' the Zhuantang Subdistrict, known as the birthplace of West Lake Longjing tea, has long been referred to as a 'century-old tea town with a myriad-tan tea country.' Tea has become an important carrier for the high-quality development of local agriculture. On the afternoon of August 1st, a thematic consultation activity titled "Promoting the exploration and extension of…

Green Production Technology Innovation Team, Tea Research Institute, Yunnan Academy of Agricultural Sciences / Xishuangbanna Comprehensive Test Station, National Tea Industry Technology System Mycterothrips gongshanensis, a new pest on tea plants, belongs to the order Insecta, family Thysanoptera, genus Thripidae, and species Mycterothrips. It is a cryptic bud and leaf pest that has been widely occurring in tea gardens in Yunnan province in recent years, with increasingly severe damage. I. Distribution and Damage Mycterothrips gongshanensis is prevalent in tea-growing areas of Yunnan, causing outbreaks in some tea gardens. The adult and nymph stages hide in the crevices between buds and leaves or at the tips and edges of the first leaf below the bud, feeding on the sap of young shoots and tender buds. Initially, the tips and edges of the affected leaves show yellow spots, which then gradually develop into brown patches. The buds and leaves become deformed and curled, the internodes shorten, and their growth slows down. Severe cases result in the easy detachment of leaves upon slight touch, leading to leaf fall and bare shoots, significantly affecting tea yield and quality, and potentially causing substantial economic losses in summer and autumn tea production. Damage caused by Mycterothrips…