Foshan, home to a dense waterway and fertile land, takes pride in its rich history of aquaculture. Largemouth bass, one of the most popular species widely raised, has become the source of wealth for local farmers.

In light of this million-worth industry that still booms Foshan’s economy, a 6-episode video series titled Foshan, China’s Capital of Largemouth bass, will be boardcasted this month on Foshan News Network, where secrets behind this successful fishery industry will be unveiled one by one.

Genetically, largemouth bass raised in Foshan has few bone and a tender taste. Good raising expeience picked up by Foshan people is one thing; how to turn the fish into delicacy is another wisdom. Proud enough to say, local chefs and food enthusiasts are able to keep the very freshness of the fish in over 100 dishes.

Why does everyone think Foshan deserve the crown as China’s Capital of Largemouth bass? Well, a full industrial chain just proved it all. Here in Foshan, services and resources are already all over the places, comprising of R&D, breeding, raising, food processing, shipping and catering.

Statistically, local industry has topped nearly 15 billion yuan in total output. Hard to measure the figure? It’s equal to say there are over 150 tons of largemouth bass are shipped from here, Foshan, to all over the nation, becoming a lingering fresh taste memorized by the Chinese nation.

Author | Michelle

Revisor | Jersey