A farmer picks lingzhi mushrooms in Longquan, a county-level city in Lishui, Zhejiang province. [Photo/Tide News]

Lishui, renowned as China's only prefecture-level "city of longevity", is seeing its health-focused product cluster thrive. Rooted in the city's exceptional ecology, a range of authentic goods from local farms and traditional workshops are now reaching a national audience.

Among them, locally-produced rice is cultivated using natural farming methods on high-altitude terraces, earning organic certification and recognition from medical institutions for its nutrient-rich products.

Jinyun shaobing, a kind of bucket-baked roll, maintains authentic flavors through standardized production, with annual sales reaching into the millions.

Ginger soup, crafted through 13 precise steps from high-mountain ginger, has seen its preparation process recognized as an intangible cultural heritage, with products available nationwide.

Bee products benefit from generations of family expertise and scientific collaboration, transforming raw honey into value-added health items.

Lingzhi mushroom powder and dendrobium, both cultivated in Longquan's pristine forests, are certified organic and highly sought after for their wellness properties.

Additionally, senior-friendly educational wooden toys combine mental stimulation with leisure, offering a perfect balance for the elderly.

These enterprises are leveraging Lishui's "city of longevity" brand. By blending tradition with innovation and quality certification, these eco-friendly products are collectively expanding from local markets to the national stage, sharing Lishui's secret to a long and healthy life with more consumers.