Core Insights - The article highlights the significance of geographical indications (GIs) in enhancing agricultural income and promoting regional specialties in China, with over 4,000 recognized GI products and an annual output value exceeding 960 billion yuan [1][2]. Group 1: Economic Impact of Geographical Indications - China has recognized over 4,000 geographical indication products, with more than 7,000 registrations for collective and certification trademarks, and over 46,000 approved entities using GI special marks [1]. - The direct annual output value of GI products in China has surpassed 960 billion yuan [1]. - In Zhejiang Province, 350 GI industrial clusters have been cultivated, generating an annual output value exceeding 100 billion yuan and benefiting 130,000 farmers [1]. Group 2: Case Studies of Successful Geographical Indications - The "Yongyou" hybrid rice has been planted across 17 provinces, yielding an additional 6.4 billion kilograms of rice and generating over 16.8 billion yuan in economic benefits [1]. - The "Juyuan Strawberry" in Jiangsu Province has been registered as a GI, with over 5,000 acres of cultivation and an average output value of 40,000 yuan per acre, benefiting over 300 local farmers and promoting tourism and leisure agriculture [2]. - "Baoshan Small Coffee" has been exported to over 10 countries, with a total of 2,400 tons and revenue of 57.44 million yuan since its GI registration in 2011, establishing itself as a recognized brand in the international market [3]. Group 3: Policy and International Cooperation - The National Intellectual Property Administration has facilitated the mutual recognition and protection of GIs with countries like the EU and Thailand, resulting in 110 Chinese GI products receiving protection abroad [3].
产值超9600亿元!地理标志让“土特产”变致富“金名片”(新华社)
Xin Hua She·2025-09-25 08:04