Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS)

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Anxi Tieguanyin Tea Culture System

©People’s Government of Anxi, China

Project's full title Anxi Tieguanyin Tea Culture System
Introduction Tea production in Anxi was first born in the 18th century in southeastern Fujian where the most famous tea is Tieguanyin. Local farmers’ unique traditional practices guarantee the production of exceptional quality tea leaves. These legacies have ensured the long-term stability and sustainability of the ecological systems and communities´ livelihoods.
Country China
Start date 2022
Status Designated
Related publications
01/2015

Anxi County, the famous tea country, has a long-standing history tea plantingandwell-established tradition of tea making. Over 200,000 rural households are engaged in tea.

Tags Biodiversity TeaPlantations