Do You Know About Salmon In Longyangxia?
Longyangxia salmon: the "golden legend" in the cold water of the plateau.
In the world of food, salmon is a well-known existence. It has tender and smooth meat, rich in high-quality protein and unsaturated fatty acids, and is very nutritious. Many people around the world love it. In the past, Norway, a traditional salmon farming powerhouse, dominated the global market. If we want to eat salmon, we have to rely on imports.
But who would have thought that now Qinghai's salmon is like a dark horse, suddenly emerging, and its development momentum is so fierce. With its unique breeding environment and excellent quality, it has made a name for itself in the world salmon market and rewritten the original market structure. From the deep sea of Norway to the alpine lakes of Qinghai, salmon has achieved localized breeding in China. This is not only a geographical leap, but also a vivid portrayal of the rise and transformation of China's aquaculture industry.
Excellent environment: the "cold water fish paradise" on the plateau
Longyangxia is like a shining pearl on the land of Qinghai. In Tibetan, "Longyang" means a steep canyon, and the Longyangxia Reservoir was built along this magnificent canyon. It stands tall on a plateau at an altitude of 2,600 meters, and the water area is surprisingly large, covering 383 square kilometers.
The water temperature here is particularly stable, around 12 degrees Celsius all year round, as if nature has specially adjusted a thermostat for cold-water fish, the temperature is neither cold nor hot, just right. The average water depth of the reservoir is 64 meters, and the water depth is large, so the fish can swim freely in it, which is very enjoyable. Moreover, the water body above 5 meters is extremely transparent, and the lake water is as clear as a big mirror. The blue sky, white clouds, and the surrounding mountains are reflected in the water, which is pure without any impurities.
What is even more surprising is that the Longyangxia Reservoir does not freeze all year round and is naturally pollution-free. It is far away from the noise of industry and man-made destruction, like a piece of pure land that has not been contaminated by the secular world. Such natural conditions are simply a growth paradise tailor-made for plateau cold-water fish (rainbow trout).
Industry Rise: From a Small Transparent to an Industry Leader
Qinghai Province, a vast and mysterious land, has made a big splash in aquaculture in recent years. Now, Qinghai has more than 20 salmon and trout cage farms, like shining stars, scattered on the lakes of the plateau.
Among them, the breeding of rainbow trout has developed so fast. In 2010, the output was only more than 500 tons, but now it has increased to nearly 15,000 tons. This growth rate is like riding a rocket, which is amazing. This also fully demonstrates the strength and potential of Qinghai's aquaculture industry. Now Qinghai has become China's most important salmon and trout cage breeding base, and it has a pivotal position in the national aquaculture industry.
Longyangxia is even more outstanding in Qinghai's aquaculture industry, like the most dazzling pearl on the crown. The annual output of salmon farmed here accounts for 60% of the domestic market. Once this data is displayed, you can see how high its status in the domestic market is. Every salmon that swims out of Longyangxia carries the purity and quality of the plateau and becomes a delicacy on the table of domestic consumers.
Not only the domestic market, Longyangxia salmon is also actively expanding into the international market. By 2024, the annual export volume will reach 350 million yuan, and the products will be sold to many countries such as Singapore, Thailand, and Spain. In the international market, Longyangxia salmon has won unanimous recognition and praise from foreign consumers with its excellent quality and unique flavor, earning enough face for China's aquaculture industry.
Excellent quality: a pure gift from the plateau
Longyangxia salmon can gain a foothold in the domestic and foreign markets because of its impeccable quality. Because it grows in the cold water environment of the plateau, the water temperature is low, and the growth cycle of rainbow trout becomes longer. This is like giving them enough time to accumulate nutrients, so the meat is particularly firm and delicate, with a fresh and smooth taste. It melts in your mouth and has a unique fresh aroma.
Moreover, the natural pollution-free environment of the Longyangxia Reservoir ensures that rainbow trout will not be contaminated by any harmful substances during its growth process, making it a truly green, healthy and safe food. Every bite of Longyangxia salmon is a taste of the pure gift of nature. While enjoying the food, consumers can also feel the affectionate care of the plateau.
Future Outlook: A New Journey for Plateau Aquaculture
The success of Longyangxia salmon is not just the rise of an industry. It is a good example of the innovative development of China's aquaculture industry. It shows the world China's strong strength and unlimited potential in aquaculture, and also provides valuable experience and reference for the sustainable development of China's aquaculture industry.
Looking to the future, the Longyangxia salmon industry will continue to adhere to the green, ecological and sustainable development concept, increase investment in scientific and technological innovation, improve the level of aquaculture technology, strengthen brand building, and expand market channels. I believe that it won’t be long before Longyangxia salmon will continue to write a new chapter of glory for plateau aquatic products with more excellent quality and wider international influence, making this bright pearl from the plateau more dazzling on the world aquatic product stage.
Longyangxia salmon, this "golden industry" born in the plateau canyon, is leading China's aquaculture industry to a more glorious tomorrow with its unique charm and strong strength. Let's look forward to it creating more miracles in the future and bringing us more surprises and deliciousness.