Round Table China Classic - Discovering Guizhou: The Red Hot recipe
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Oct 7, 2025 Explore the fiery world of Guizhou's chili pepper industry! Discover the bustling dry pepper markets and the unique qualities that make Guizhou's peppers stand out. Learn how climate influences spice preferences and how chili became central to local diets. Delve into the intriguing role of chili brokers and how technology is reshaping the market. Plus, hear about the future of pepper tourism and innovative products. Get ready for an entertaining and spicy dive into a culinary wonderland!
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Crying Market Full Of Dried Peppers
- The hosts wandered a dry pepper market surrounded by piles and bags of red peppers that made them sneeze and cough.
- They described bargaining, packing, and the unique sight of a market selling almost only dried peppers.
Small Town, Big Market Influence
- XiaZi County, a town of ~60,000, sets prices and influences China's entire pepper industry.
- The county serves as the heart of Guizhou's pepper supply chain and market signals.
Climate Explains Guizhou's Pepper Dominance
- Guizhou's climate and long frost-free season make it ideal for chili cultivation, supporting 5 million mu of plantings.
- The province leads China in pepper area and supplies a large share of domestic seed production.