小辣椒“长”成亿元产业！天水麻辣烫“灵魂佐料”丰收啦

Core Insights - The Gansu Tianshui spicy hot pot has gained popularity, largely due to the unique "soul seasoning" from the Gangu chili pepper, which is currently in its harvest season with 120,000 acres yielding bright red peppers [1][10] Group 1: Chili Pepper Production - The Gangu chili pepper is being harvested in Gangu County, with farmers efficiently picking 4,000 to 5,000 pounds of peppers daily, which are sold on the same day [3] - The local agricultural bureau has established 15 intensive seedling bases, producing over 160 million high-quality chili seedlings to ensure the quality of the peppers [3][5] - Gangu County has a long history of chili cultivation, benefiting from deep, organic-rich soil and suitable climate conditions, which contribute to the unique quality of the peppers [6] Group 2: Quality and Nutritional Value - The Tianshui No. 24 chili has a mild flavor with a hint of sweetness, rich in 45 flavor compounds and 18 essential amino acids, making it a key ingredient in Tianshui spicy hot pot [8] - The nutritional content of Gangu chili peppers, including high levels of vitamin C, iron, and capsaicin, sets them apart from similar products [8] Group 3: Market Demand and Expansion - The planting area for Gangu chili peppers has increased from 56,000 acres to 120,000 acres, a growth of 114.3%, with an expected yield of 270,000 tons this year [10] - The chili pepper industry has become a significant driver of local agricultural development, with the full industry chain value projected to reach 1.12 billion yuan this year [11][18] Group 4: Processing and Sales - Gangu chili processing companies utilize traditional stone grinding methods to enhance flavor, expanding their product range to over 80 varieties, including chili powder, chili sauce, and chili oil [14] - The industry has embraced e-commerce and live streaming to reach consumers directly, with over 300 orders received daily, and significant sales to major cities and regions [16][17] - The processing sector now accounts for 82.1% of the total industry chain value, reflecting a growth of 543 million yuan over the past three years [18]