Harumi mikan mandarin orange, widely known in China as Chunjian (春见) or colloquially “Papa Gan” (耙耙柑), is one of the most commercially successful late‑ripening citrus varieties introduced to China in recently years. Since its come from Japan, it has been rapidly industrialized across southern China, with Meishan in Sichuan Province emerging as its core production region.

Citrus is one of the most widely cultivated and consumed fruit categories in the world. China is the largest citrus producer and consumer globally, with a planting area and output ranking first for many consecutive years. In addition to traditional varieties such as sweet orange, ponkan, and Red Mandarin, a series of high‑quality introduced varieties have achieved large‑scale commercialization since the early 21st century. Among them, Harumi mikan mandarin orange stands out for its excellent fruit quality, easy peeling, soft flesh, high sugar content, and strong market acceptance.
Harumi mikan originated in Japan, bred as a hybrid of Kiyomi tangor and Ponkan. It was bringed in China in the late 1990s and gradually entered large‑scale cultivation after regional adaptability tests. Due to its late maturation period (from December to February of the following year), it effectively avoids market competition with mid‑season citrus and fills the winter fresh citrus supply gap.
Sichuan Province has become the dominant production area of Harumi mikan in China, benefiting from its unique basin climate, mild winter temperatures, lower frost risk, and suitable light and humidity conditions. Within Sichuan, Meishan has the most concentrated and industrialized layout of Harumi mikan, supported by complete industrial chains, mature cultivation techniques, and strong market distribution capabilities.

Harumi mikan, commercially labeled as Chunjian in China, is a late‑ripening tangor hybrid with the following outstanding characteristics:Bright orange‑yellow peel, smooth surface, easy to peel.
Soft and juicy flesh, low fiber, high edible rate, sugar content generally between 12° and 15° Brix, with moderate acidity,Maturation period from late December to February, with good storage tolerance.

Cultivation Data of Harumi Mikan Mandarin Orange in Meishan, Sichuan

Meishan City, located in the southwest of the Sichuan Basin, is known as the “Hometown of Citrus in China” and has formed a complete industrial system integrating seedling breeding, standardized planting, intensive management, post‑harvest treatment, cold chain logistics, and brand marketing.In recent years, the planting area of Harumi mikan in Meishan has maintained stable growth after rapid expansion. According to data from the Meishan Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs and the Meishan Fruit Industry Association, as of the 2024–2025 production season: the total planting area of citrus in Meishan exceeds 360,000 mu (≈24,000 hectares). Among them, the planting area of Harumi mikan is about 110,000–120 mu, the remaining area includes W. Murcott Ehime Jelly Orange(Aiyuan NO.38),Dekopon,Ponkan,Kanpei, Navel Orange, and other varieties.

Harumi mikan mandarin orange (Chunjian) has achieved remarkable industrialization in China, with Meishan, Sichuan as its core production area. The region has a planting area of over 110,000 mu and an annual output of approximately 1.65 million tons, forming a large‑scale, standardized, and intensive cultivation pattern. Sales are diversified across wholesale, retail, e‑commerce, and export channels, with an annual output value exceeding 9.5 billion RMB, making it an important pillar of the local rural economy.
Meishan’s citrus industry benefits from superior natural conditions, a late‑maturity variety advantage, a complete industrial chain, strong policy support, and strict quality control, which together form a strong comprehensive competitive edge. As a leading enterprise, Power Link Fruit Co., Ltd. plays a crucial role in integrating production and sales, standardizing product quality, stabilizing market prices, and promoting the “Meishan Citrus” brand.

The Role and Status of Power Link Fruit Co., Ltd. in Meishan Citrus Industry

Power Link Fruit Co., Ltd. is one of the leading agricultural industrialization enterprises deeply engaged in Meishan’s citrus industry, focusing on citrus procurement, sorting, processing, packaging, cold chain logistics, and brand sales.Established in Meishan, focusing on high‑quality citrus for many years. The company’s main planting varieties including: Harumi mikan (Chunjian), Ehime Jelly Orange(AIYUAN NO.38), Dekopon, Kanpei,Ponkan etc. Positioned as an integrated supplier of high‑quality citrus from Sichuan,Business covers base cooperation, deep processing, domestic sales, and cross‑border trade Citrus production per year over 50,000 tons, of which Harumi mikan accounts for more than 30%，cooperates with more than 20 large standardized planting bases in Meishan.

The Commpay Owns modern fruit sorting lines with automatic grading Equipped with pre‑cooling workshops, constant temperature warehouses, and cold chain transportation vehicles Provides OEM packaging and brand customization services for large retailers and e‑commerce platforms Implements food safety management systems to meet the supermarket and export standards.

Supplies core wholesale markets across China Long-term suppliers for chain supermarkets and premium fruit stores Operates online flagship stores and provides supply for head live‑streaming rooms Explores Southeast Asian and Central Asian markets through cross‑border channels Annual sales revenue maintains steady gro Role in Promoting the Meishan Citrus Industry Stabilizing Market Order.