"Pear" Train: Explore Yilan's three-star "Admiral Pear"

Sanxing Township, Yilan County, Taiwan (ROC) is located in the northeastern part of Taiwan, leaning on the Central Mountains to the south and the alluvial plain of Lanyang River to the north. Because of the fertile soil and the convenience of irrigation, Sanxing Township has become an important place in Yilan County. agricultural area, and one of the most representative agricultural products is the "Admiral Pear". "Admiral Pear" was named after the place name of Sanxing Township and the rank symbol "Admiral" on military uniforms. Its cultivation process is very particular, because pear trees take 8 years to start grafting, and water pears are suitable for planting. The altitude is 500 meters to 1500 meters. The temperature difference between day and night at high altitude allows pears to bloom and bear fruit, which promotes the accumulation of sugar in the fruits. The average altitude of Sanxing Township in Yilan is only 227 meters. It relies heavily on farmers' skills and weather for grafting and using pear ears. Cross-pollination increases its fruiting rate, and after 180 days of careful care, the production period is only one to two months, making it a high-value crop with one yield and one harvest. It is very popular in the Taiwan market. Its high quality and unique flavor have won the favor of consumers. It is often sold out at the beginning of the production period. It has successfully made an important contribution to the improvement of Taiwan's agricultural brand and also demonstrated Taiwan's agriculture. The high development of science and technology is the pride of Taiwan’s agriculture!