Core Insights - The article discusses the expected production and market dynamics of the Longan industry in Gaozhou, Guangdong, with a projected output of 320,000 tons in 2025, including over 220,000 tons of the Shuliang variety [1][26]. Group 1: Industry Overview - Gaozhou is recognized as the "Fruit Capital of China," with an agricultural output value exceeding 32.5 billion yuan in 2024, making it the top agricultural producer in Guangdong [8][10]. - The region aims to develop six agricultural clusters, each exceeding 3 billion yuan, including Longan, Lychee, and other fruits [9]. Group 2: Longan Production - Gaozhou is the largest Longan-producing county in China, accounting for 20% of the national output and 1/5 of Guangdong's production [19][20]. - The total Longan planting area in Gaozhou is approximately 330,000 acres, with the Shuliang variety covering about 230,000 acres, representing 70% of the local market [25][26]. Group 3: Quality and Recognition - Gaozhou Longan is known for its superior quality, with the Shuliang variety being awarded multiple national and provincial accolades, including the "China Gold Medal Longan" [12][14][30]. - The region has established a modern agricultural industrial park focused on Longan, making it a hub for processing and sales [21][22]. Group 4: Processing and Sales - Gaozhou has a well-developed processing and sales network, with over 100 processing entities and 32 certified companies, producing various Longan products such as dried Longan and Longan tea [35][36]. - The region has leveraged e-commerce platforms to create a comprehensive Longan processing system, achieving significant sales both domestically and internationally [39][41]. Group 5: Future Developments - Gaozhou is collaborating with South China Agricultural University to establish a modern agricultural industrial park, focusing on the development of Longan-based health foods and pharmaceuticals [43][46].

Core Viewpoint - The "Xinjiang Products Southward, Guangdong Products Northward" initiative aims to promote Guangdong lychee in Xinjiang, highlighting the market demand and development potential for this fruit in the region [3][24]. Group 1: Market Overview - The Jiu Ding Agricultural Products Wholesale Market in Xinjiang is the largest primary agricultural product trading market in the region, supplying over 85% of the fruit and vegetable needs, with an annual trading volume of 4.2 million tons and a transaction value of 36 billion yuan [7][6]. - The market features a variety of fruits from across the country, including Guangdong lychee, with popular varieties such as Feizixiao, Guiwei, and Nuomizhi [8][9]. Group 2: Sales and Consumer Preferences - Local distributors reported that Guangdong lychee has been selling quickly, with one shipment selling out on the same day it arrived, indicating strong consumer demand [12][11]. - The Feizixiao variety is particularly popular due to its large size, small seed, and balanced sweet and sour taste, making it a "bestseller" in the local market [13][14]. - The supply of Guangdong lychee has increased compared to the previous year, with a wider variety available [15]. Group 3: Potential for Dried Fruit Market - The dried fruit market in Xinjiang is dominated by local products like raisins and dried apricots, but there is significant potential for Guangdong dried lychee and longan if marketed effectively for their health benefits [18][19]. Group 4: Cold Chain Logistics - The frozen goods market in Xinjiang has a storage capacity of over 300,000 tons, which is crucial for maintaining the quality of Guangdong lychee during transportation [20][21]. - There is an opportunity for collaboration in cold chain technology and resource sharing to reduce transportation losses and ensure the quality of fresh fruit [22][23]. Group 5: Future Initiatives - The research trip is part of a broader promotional campaign to enhance the understanding and appreciation of Guangdong lychee among consumers in Xinjiang, aiming to strengthen the agricultural product sales connection between the two regions [24][26].