Tea Garden Tours

Yiwu, the origin of the ancient tea horse trail, is a holy land for Pu'er tea and known as the "tribute tea hometown." During the second year of the Yongzheng era of the Qing dynasty, a large number of craftsmen and tea aficionados flocked to Yiwu, forming a pattern where "every household had tea and every family drank tea." By the Qianlong period, Pu'er tea was presented to the imperial court and became highly favored by the royal family, listed as a tribute tea. From then on, it gained significant fame and prestige throughout the capital. As a town renowned for its tribute teas and now popular in the tea world, Yiwu is one of the core regions in the fierce competition for Pu'er tea raw materials. Every year, many tea enthusiasts make pilgrimages to the ancient town of Yiwu, which has always been a coveted location for merchants. Some may think that speculation plays a major role, but in reality, only by tasting pure and authentic old teas from Yiwu can one truly understand their value, which stems from the inherent superiority of the tea itself! In the Pu'er tea world, there is a saying: "Ban Zhang is the…

The plum rain is a concentrated period of rainfall that occurs annually from June to July in the mid-lower reaches of the Yangtze River, including tea areas in southern China, as well as subsequent mountain floods often accompanied by typhoons in August and September. Experience has shown that improper disaster prevention or neglect during the plum rain and mountain flood season can pose significant threats and losses to tea production, particularly in mountainous tea areas in southern China. To minimize the adverse effects of plum rain and subsequent mountain floods on tea production, especially in southern China, we have compiled measures for disaster prevention and mitigation in tea production for your reference. 1. Pay Attention to Plum Rain and Mountain Flood Forecast and Warning Information After June each year, tea areas, particularly those in mountainous regions of southern China, should promptly monitor the latest weather forecasts and mountain flood warnings. Be vigilant against the risk of mountain floods due to continuous rainfall or short-term heavy downpours and strong convection weather. Closely watch changes in weather conditions and rainfall levels. Once there is a forecast or warning of significant rainfall, it's better to be overly cautious and enter a state of…

It is often said that within the entire Lincang tea region, Yongde lies to the west and Bangdong to the east, with Mengku situated right in between. For the "two mountains flanking a river" topography of Mengku, the Bingdao tea area is located along the Mengku River, precisely in the middle of the eastern and western mountain slopes. Perhaps it is due to its central location that this region enjoys a unique natural climate, giving rise to Bingdao – a star in the world of Pu'er tea. In this article, we will have a brief chat about the Bingdao Five Villages. Nuowu Old Village Traveling from Lincang to Bingdao via Nanmeng direction, after driving for about two and a half hours on a fully paved road, you reach the administrative territory of Bingdao village. The Bingdao Five Villages refer to five natural villages under the jurisdiction of Bingdao administrative village, divided into two halves by the Mengku River. Strictly speaking, Bingdao Old Village, Dijie, and Nanpo belong to the western mountain slope, while Bawai and Nuowu are located on the eastern mountain slope. However, the Pu'er tea produced in these five natural villages is generally referred to as Bingdao tea…

Pu'er tea mainly originates from areas in Xishuangbanna, Pu'er, Lincang, Baoshan, and other places in Yunnan Province. Pu'er tea is a geographical indication product, and its protected region includes 11 prefectures (cities) and municipalities, 75 counties (cities, districts), and 639 townships (towns, subdistrict offices) across Pu'er City, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Lincang City, Kunming City, Dali Prefecture, Baoshan City, Dehong Prefecture, Chuxiong Prefecture, Honghe Prefecture, Yuxi City, Wenshan Prefecture. Main Origin of Pu'er Tea 1. Xishuangbanna Among these, the production in Menghai County and Yi Wu in Mengla in Xishuangbanna is the most substantial. Menghai County's Mengsong, Nannuoshan, Pasha, He Kai, Bulang Mountain, Old Man'ao, Bada Mountain, and other areas are all important origins of Pu'er tea. Many villages and mountains within these origins have significant reputations. Among them, Bao Tang, Da Manlü, and Naka in Mengsong, Menghai; Banpo Village and Maidong Village in Nannuoshan; Manlong and Bangpeng in He Kai; Old Ban Zhang, New Ban Zhang, Old Man'ao, Manxinglong, and Man Nuo in Bulang Mountain; Zhanglang in Bada Mountain are all well-known in Pu'er tea origins. The Yi Wu tea area, with Goufengzhai, Dingjiazhai, Luoshuidong, Yishanmo, Machhei, Gaoshan Village, and others as representative famous villages, is highly sought after. 2. Pu'er…

Ellagic acid (EA) is a biologically active phenolic compound widely present in plant tissues such as fruits and nuts, with its structure shown in Figure 1. It is a dimeric derivative of gallic acid. In nature, ellagic acid mainly exists in condensed forms, such as ellagitannins. Ellagic acid is essentially non-toxic and has a significant inhibitory effect on chemically-induced carcinogenesis and various types of cancers, including colon cancer, liver cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, lymphoma, and others. Additionally, ellagic acid also exhibits antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, melanin inhibition, and leukemia improvement effects. Due to its excellent biological activity, ellagic acid is widely used in health foods, medicine, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and other fields. Studies have shown that tea is an important dietary source of ellagitannins and ellagic acid, which are converted from ellagitannins through human gut microbiota metabolism. ▲ Human Metabolic Pathway Pu'er ripened tea, a famous Yunnan tea, is a unique microbial-fermented tea made from large-leaf sun-dried green tea. The essence of solid-state fermentation in Pu'er ripened tea is primarily the result of moist heat, enzymatic actions, and microbial activities. During the fermentation process of large-leaf green teas, microbial metabolism releases a large amount of heat, and the enzymes…

Rhinoceros Pond Pu'er tea production area is located in Pasazhong Village, Pasha Village Committee, Gelanghe Township, Menghai County, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture. Rhinoceros Pond is locally known as Naiya Lang. Introduction to Pasha Rhinoceros Pond In recent years, with the rising reputation of “Pasha tea,” whether it be Old Pasha, Middle Pasha, or New Pasha, all have reaped a wave of benefits. Especially noteworthy is New Pasha, which introduced a niche mountain region—the Rhinoceros Pond. The Pasha Rhinoceros Pond is a niche regional cooperative brand created through the joint efforts of all villagers and cadres of New Pasha, attracting external investment. It has gained the favor of many tea enthusiasts and has become one of the few active regions among mountain teas in 2022. Not only did it liven up the atmosphere on the mountain, but it also successfully held ceremonies for the adoption and mining of the Rhinoceros Pond tea king tree. Ecosystem of Rhinoceros Pond Rhinoceros Pond is relatively far from the village and has seen very little human intervention. The ancient tea gardens are lush with vegetation, have thick layers of humus beneath the forest floor, and boast fertile soil. The tea produced here is rich in…

Short-shoot cutting propagation of tea plants not only preserves the superior characteristics of the parent tree but also achieves rapid multiplication of tea seedlings, making it the optimal approach for the advancement of clonal varieties of tea, including albino tea. Technological Process for Propagation Propagation Plan: Determine the variety, quantity, and timing of propagation, prepare funds, materials, and labor accordingly. Cultivate Cuttings: Decide on the source of cuttings and arrange for their cultivation in advance. Nursery Preparation: Prepare the nursery and seedbeds in advance and equip them with necessary materials. Pruning and Propagating: Prune cuttings, propagate them, and manage the nursery concurrently. Nursery Management: Manage water, temperature, light, fertilization, pest and weed control, and branch control. Transplanting Seedlings: Prepare for water control in the nursery, packaging materials, and transplant seedlings according to standards. Propagation Cycle and Timing The propagation cycle for cutting propagation typically requires one year for the growth of healthy, qualified tea seedlings. However, with advancements in propagation and planting techniques, the cycle is trending towards shortening. Many self-breeders opt for transplanting small-sized seedlings in nearby areas with favorable ecological conditions. When using advanced facilities such as greenhouses, the seedlings often meet the required specifications without needing a…

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…

Everyone should be aware that there are two different forms of tea circulating in the Pu'er market. One is loose tea, which we also call loose leaf tea; the other is finished tea products produced by tea factories, which are compressed into three main shapes: tuocha, cake (beeng), and brick. Why do we compress loose leaf tea into these shapes? What advantages does this compression offer? Today, let's discuss this topic. The vast majority of teas circulating in the entire Pu'er market are in the form of cakes, bricks, or tuo. This applies to both raw and ripe teas. To understand their advantages, we need to first get a general idea of their compression process. First, the loose leaf tea purchased from farmers undergoes a process to remove impurities. It goes through a color sorter to pick out yellow leaves, stems, and larger impurities. The wind selection process is now rarely used as it results in significant loss and mediocre results. Then, an electrostatic machine removes hair-like matter and ash from the tea, ensuring it meets national standards for purity. Some manufacturers also perform grading, sorting the tea into several grades and blending them according to specific ratios. This step…

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…

Stepping into Zhenghe, one is greeted by towering mountains, peaks vying in beauty, and misty veils. It's clear at a glance that this is prime territory for producing fine tea. The forest coverage rate reaches 71.7%, with suitable temperature, light, and water sources, creating a lush and fertile core production area for Zhenghe teas. Gazing out, ancient tea trees stretch as far as the eye can see, in forests, on cliffs, and in ravines… The rich vegetation system and complete biological chain provide an excellent environment for tea trees, resulting in superior tea quality and the unique wild charm of the ancient tree white tea. The conditions for the growth of these ancient tea trees are exceptional, almost as if bestowed by nature. According to Lu Yu's Classic of Tea, regarding the origin of tea: Its habitat: the best grow on crumbling rocks, the middling on gravelly soil, and the worst on yellow earth. Wild-grown is the best, plantation-grown is second-rate… These ancient tea trees grow on crumbling rocks, cliff faces, and rock crevices… With ages all above 100 years, they are truly venerable old trees, a rarity among Fujian white teas. Located on steep mountain paths, harvesting is challenging,…

Rhinoceros Pond Pu'er tea is located in the Gelang River Township of Menghai County, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China. It sits on a branch of the Nan Mountain range, at the highest point in Gelanghe Township. Within the ancient tea region of the entire Menghai tea mountain, Rhinoceros Pond's ancient tree tea is situated in the core area of Pasha, making Rhinoceros Pond the king of mountains within the Pasha ancient tea mountain. To Which Tea Region Does Rhinoceros Pond Belong? Within the ancient tea region of the entire Menghai tea mountain, Rhinoceros Pond is located in the core area of Pasha and can be considered the king of mountains within the Pasha ancient tea mountain. The name "Rhinoceros Pond" originates from a similar legend as Phoenix Nest; it is said to have been named after rhinos once inhabited the area. The average altitude of Rhinocerus Pond is above 1,700 meters, with clouds shrouding the area throughout the year, abundant rainfall, lush vegetation, fertile soil, and a unique environment. As a result, the teas produced here are rich in content, bold in flavor, and have a rich and full aroma. Pasha Rhinoceros Pond – an ancient tea garden hidden atop…

Amidst undulating mountains and misty clouds, patches of forest and tea groves appear intermittently. It's hard to tell where the forest ends and the tea groves begin; only by following the songs of the tea pickers drifting from the woods can one find the tea groves. This is the Luoshuidong Villager Group in Yiwu Town, Mengla County.Arriving at the tea groves, which are seamlessly integrated into the mountain forests, one can see villagers bustling about their work on the tea mountain everywhere. With bamboo baskets slung around their waists, they deftly pluck tea leaves with both hands, gathering the tender shoots into the baskets at their sides. The tea industry is a traditional mainstay of the Luoshuidong Villager Group and a key industry for rural revitalization. For generations, the villagers have planted, consumed, and traded tea, carefully protecting both the tea groves and the forests. To revitalize the tea industry, the Yiwu Town Party Committee, government, and villager group officials brainstormed together, visiting each household to talk with the villagers, conducting thorough research, organizing field trips for villagers to learn from experiences in Guangdong, Beijing, and other places, inviting tea enterprise technicians to share their tea planting expertise, and introducing…

"Yunnan Rock Tea" is a precious variety that has recently emerged in the world of Pu'er tea in the 21st century. "Yunnan Rock Tea" refers to tea produced from tea plantations and tea trees located in the core area of Bangdong Township and Matai Township in the Linxiang District, as well as Dazhaoxi Town in Yun County (formerly Dashixiang). These areas are at an altitude ranging from about 800 to 2,000 meters and radiate outwards to surrounding regions. It is well known that the renowned Wuyi Rock Tea is highly valued for its irreplicable growing environment. Wuyi Rock Tea is a small-leaf variety; can we find rock tea in the large-leaf tea region of Yunnan? After extensive searches by tea enthusiasts, large-leaf "Yunnan Rock Tea" was found in the middle and lower reaches of the Lancang River, in Bangdong Township and Matai Township of the Linxiang District, as well as Dazhaoxi Town in Yun County. In fact, for thousands of years, locals have coexisted with tea and rocks, with tea sprouting between the crevices of stones. Upon being "rediscovered," "Yunnan Rock Tea" immediately garnered widespread attention and became popular among tea lovers. What makes "Yunnan Rock Tea" especially precious is…

Manmaidui is part of Manmai Village, Xiding Township, Menghai County, in the Dai Autonomous Prefecture of Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Province. It is a large Bulang ethnic village that has gained more recognition outside for its love of football. It is said that the children in the village are very passionate about football, but due to its remote location, they did not have the facilities to play. So, they dedicated their own tea fields to build a standardized football field, providing a place for the children to play. Tea and football are two bright "calling cards" of the village. Manmaidui Ancient Tea Forest The ancient tea gardens of Manmaidui adjoin the village, extending from the roadside up to the hilltop. In the 1980s during the "high-to-low" conversion, most of the ancient tea trees by the road were transformed into one-meter-high shrub teas, with only a few on the hilltop remaining unchanged. Besides the ancient tea gardens, Manmaidui also boasts impressive modern tea plantations. In 1989, the Menghai Tea Factory established a ten-thousand mu tea mountain in Bada, with its No. 3 base located in Manmaidui. Most of the land along the road from Manmaidui to the Xiding Township government is covered by…

Many people view Mengku as a tea region that became famous due to Bingdao tea, but in fact, it was already a well-known tea distribution center in Yunnan Province since the 1920s. Later, the dominant tea company in Western Yunnan, "Yongchangxiang," often used Mengku tea as the main ingredient for its compressed tea. At that time, the eastern half mountain of Mengku, with its convenient transportation, had a far greater reputation than the western half mountain. The article will introduce Bamunu and Zhengqitang, outstanding representatives of the eastern half mountain, which also gave birth to a unique type of tea in the history of tea cultivation - Tengtiao tea. Zhengqitang, Little Bingdao "In past years, the Miasma Pond; now, the aroma of Bingdao. Our ancestors planted ancient trees; their descendants drink the tea. If only there were no cutting; generations would enjoy enduring blessings." Someone once described the history and characteristics of Zhengqitang with this little poem. Zhengqitang is located on the eastern edge of Mengku Town, under the jurisdiction of the Nase Village Committee of Mengku Town. It is five kilometers away from the village committee and 25 kilometers from the town government. It is a remote village with…

The “burnt pieces” in Pu'er raw tea are undesirable. However, this undesirability is not due to toxicity or harm to health but mainly affects the taste and appearance of the tea infusion. Theoretically, these “burnt pieces” can be avoided during the Pu'er tea production process; however, in practical application, they are almost impossible to avoid. The “burnt pieces” in Pu'er raw tea are essentially scorched tea juice that sticks to the iron wok and is not something dirty. During the process of fixing the fresh leaves, a large amount of water and tea juice overflow from the leaves, while the wok temperature is mostly above 200°C, which is very high. After several batches of fixing, a layer of tea juice forms on the surface of the iron wok, which is scorched black by the high heat and mixes with a small amount of the Pu'er tea material. We mentioned earlier that theoretically, “burnt pieces” can be avoided, and the most direct method would be to carefully clean the iron wok after each batch of fixing and before processing the next batch. If the scorched tea juice on the iron wok is completely washed off, it is theoretically possible to prevent…

The Basalt Cloud Sea Rich in Selenium Tea Base is located in Sanqing Temple Village, northeast of Gujun Town, Wanyuan City. The village covers an area of 6 square kilometers and is divided into five villagers' groups with a population of 336 households and 1,396 people. In recent years, Sanqing Temple Village has focused on the concept of "thriving industries, eco-friendly living environment, beautiful villages, civilized rural customs, and happy life." Seizing the development opportunities of East-West cooperation, the village has persisted in driving progress through specialty industries, boosting infrastructure, and market operations. Using tea as a medium to promote diverse business forms, it strives to build a safe, harmonious, beautiful, and happy village suitable for living. The Sanqing Temple tea plantation base is a significant section of the Zhejiang-Sichuan jointly built five-star modern agricultural tea park. The total area of the tea plantation base is approximately 6,000 acres, mostly situated at high altitudes between 800 and 1,200 meters. The base adheres to the philosophy of "science and technology for tea development and tea tourism for agricultural prosperity," strengthening scientific support for the tea industry, continuously enhancing its strength, and deeply exploring the integration of tea and tourism. This has…

Budding and turning green Ancient trees come to life in spring Not long ago Jingmai Mountain, in Lancang Lahu Autonomous County, Yunnan Province welcomed the first spring tea harvest of the year for its ancient tea trees. Spring tea from Jingmai Mountain. Photo by Li Maoying Since the 10th century, the Bulang and Dai ethnic groups migrated to settle on Jingmai Mountain, where they discovered wild tea trees and developed a forest-based ecosystem to cultivate "forest tea," gradually forming vast ancient tea forests. Last September, the "Pu'er Jingmai Mountain Ancient Tea Forest Cultural Landscape" was inscribed on the World Heritage List, increasing China's number of World Heritage sites to 57. This year's spring tea harvest is also the first after the successful nomination of the Jingmai Mountain Ancient Tea Forest Cultural Landscape as a World Heritage site. As the world's first tea-themed World Heritage project, the element of "tea" is everywhere on Jingmai Mountain. This spring, let us venture into Jingmai Mountain to appreciate the beauty of this "World Tea Culture Historical and Natural Museum." Households on Jingmai Mountain begin picking and processing tea. Photo by Li Maoying The mountains are lush and verdant, but there are no visible rows…

Easter time, the last hint of chill in the spring breeze quietly disappears. Changning, located upstream in the high-quality tea region of the Lancang River basin, is painted with the most beautiful scenery by the verdant spring tea leaves. The old tea trees, known as the “origin tea” of Changning, attract the attention of tea lovers with their fresh greenery. The spring tea, rich in nutrients and thick in leaf flesh, has a high content of aromatic substances and vitamins, making it favored for its fresh and refreshing taste, intense aroma, and smooth mouthfeel. The "origin tea" of Changning, different from both wild-grown tea and modern artificially selected cultivated tea, is particularly favored by many. Mangshui Laochang, one of the villages along the Lancang River, is not very well-known either in Changning or on the "map" of Yunnan's tea regions, yet it hides many ancient tea trees within its depths. Regardless of whether others know about them, these ancient tea trees always sprout new green leaves every spring, bestowing the essence of nature upon humanity. On the large tea tree known as the "Laochang Tea King" in Zhujia Village, over a dozen tea pickers are climbing the tree, picking tea…

Yunnan is the birthplace of tea, and Lincang is one of its sources. The cultivated ancient tea tree promoted by Secretary Wang grows in the Cha Wang natural village of Jinxiu Village, Xiaowan Town, Fengqing County, Lincang City, Yunnan Province. It is known as the "Jinxiu Tea King." After enduring 3,200 years of wind and rain, the "Jinxiu Tea King" still stands tall, absorbing dew and drinking frost, with lush branches and leaves, full of vitality. The tree is 10.6 meters high, with a canopy spanning 11.5 meters north to south and 11.3 meters east to west. Its root diameter is 1.84 meters, and its circumference is 5.84 meters. With an age exceeding 3,200 years, it is the oldest and thickest cultivated ancient tea tree discovered in the world so far. In 2015, the "Jinxiu Tea King" was honored in the Shanghai Guinness World Records Museum, earning the title of "China's Largest Ancient Tea Tree." The "Jinxiu Tea King" was discovered in the early 1980s and has since been examined by numerous domestic and international experts and scholars. This discovery has profound and irreplaceable significance for tracing the history of tea in China and worldwide, studying tea culture, and deepening…

The eight tea mountains of Mazheng, Lohaítáng, Kanpenjing, Dashenshan, Laowushan, Wuyi, Qianjiazhai, and Chashanqing within Zhenyuan County, Pu'er City, are rich in tea resources and have pleasant scenery. Each mountain is distinct, every season brings its own beauty, and the trees exude a fragrant aroma; each tea mountain has its unique charm. The Qianjiazhai tea area belongs to the Ailao Mountain range, with Pinghe, Santai, Guoji, and Jiujia Villages in Jiujia Town at its core, covering surrounding Denggao and other villages. The tea here is characterized by "intense floral fragrance and robust flavor." Within this area, there is a 2,700-year-old "world's oldest wild tea tree king." In the Qianjiazhai tea area, visitors can enjoy wild vegetable feasts in spring, escape the summer heat, forage for wild mushrooms, and observe cloud seas and sunrises and sunsets in winter. The Mazheng tea area has Mazheng, Maidi, Aolong, and Xuetang Villages in Zhe Dong Town as its core, covering surrounding Guangshan Village in Heping Town and 14 other villages. Mazheng tea is a traditional historical tea of Zhenyuan County and one of the eight famous teas of Yunnan Province. Its characteristics include "clear floral fragrance, sweet and smooth taste." In the Mazheng tea…

On September 17, good news came from Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia: The 45th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee adopted a resolution to inscribe China's "Ancient Tea Forest Cultural Landscape of Pu'er Jingmai Mountain" on the World Heritage List! This is the world's first tea-themed cultural heritage site and China's 57th, Yunnan Province's 6th entry on the list. What is it about Pu'er Jingmai Mountain that captivates the world? What value does it hold that has earned it the favor and recognition of the World Heritage Committee? What experiences have been had since the application process began in 2010, over these 13 years? All these questions can be distilled into one: Why Jingmai Mountain? A Book of Mountains: What is the Ancient Tea Forest of Jingmai Mountain? The Ancient Tea Forest of Jingmai Mountain is located in Lancang County, Puer City, covering a total area of 19,095.74 hectares, with 7,167.89 hectares designated as the heritage zone. It encompasses two villages, Jingmai and Mangjing, in Humin Town, Lancang County. Five ethnic groups reside here: Dai, Bulang, Hani, Wa, and Han. Before the arrival of the Bulang and Dai peoples, Jingmai Mountain was covered by dense primeval forest, where…

To strengthen the management of tea gardens during summer and autumn and ensure production of teas during these seasons as well as the following spring, the Department of Plant Industry Management of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, together with the National Agricultural Technology Extension Service Center, the Expert Advisory Group on Tea of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, and the National Tea Industry Technology System, have proposed technical guidelines for tea production in summer and autumn 2024. Strengthen Fertilization Management of Tea Gardens 1. Top-Dressing Fertilization in Tea Gardens (a) Root Fertilization: Top-dressing fertilization for summer tea should be carried out after the spring tea harvest, and for autumn tea after the summer tea harvest. For tea gardens in production, about 15-20 kg of urea or 20-30 kg of specialized compound fertilizer for tea (with a formula of 18:8:12 N:P2O5:K2O) is generally applied per mu, with higher-yielding gardens receiving slightly more. Image Source: Anji White Tea Website Fertilizer should be applied in trenches dug vertically below the edge of the tree canopy, with a depth of about 10-15 cm. Broadcasting of fertilizer is prohibited. In young tea gardens (1-2 years old), fertilizer should be applied 5-10…