Apples from Gangu County in Tianshui, Gansu Province, Debut at Paris International Agricultural Show

Recently, at the Paris International Agricultural Show (Salon International de l'Agriculture, SIA) in France, the "Yiluhong" apples from Gangu County, Tianshui, Gansu Province, China, made their debut at the exhibition area of China's agricultural exhibition group and immediately became the center of attention with their unique appeal. In front of the China Pavilion booth, the Gangu apples glowed with an attractive sheen, becoming a striking highlight of the exhibition area.

International visitors stop to admire Gangu apples

According to staff at the event, Gangu apples are grown on the Loess Plateau at an altitude of 1,300 to 1,800 meters, and cultivated in full accordance with organic standards, without the use of chemical pesticides. Many international visitors held the apples in their hands to examine them and take photos. After tasting them on the spot, several international consumers highly praised their flavor.

International visitors learn about Gangu apples

Event scene

The international debut of Gangu apples exemplifies the high-quality development of the local apple industry. In recent years, relying on its superior natural conditions, Gangu County has actively introduced and cultivated high-quality apple varieties, established a standardized planting system, built distinctive brands such as Huaniu and Yiluhong, and participated in various international exhibitions. The county has steadily promoted the transformation of its apple industry from a traditional cultivation and sales model to a brand operation model covering the entire industrial chain.

A staff member introduces product features

Group photo at the event

The debut of Gangu apples has added new dimensions to China-France agricultural cooperation and demonstrated the new vitality of agricultural cooperation between the two countries. (Text/Photos by Guo Jinlong)