Fuding

Fuding (Chinese: 福鼎) is a county-level city in the northeast of Fujian Province, People’s Republic of China. It is under the administration of the prefecture-level city of Ningde and lies along the coast, where coastal plains meet inland hills.

Geography and climate: The area has a humid subtropical climate with ample rainfall and a coastline along the East China Sea. Its landscape includes coastal villages, tea plantations, and wooded hills that support agriculture and fisheries.

Economy and culture: Fuding’s economy centers on agriculture, fishing, and light industry, with tea as its most famous specialty. Fuding white tea, including varieties such as Silver Needle (Baihao Yinzhen), is renowned and exported internationally. Fisheries and citrus production also contribute to local livelihoods, while tea culture remains a defining aspect of the region’s identity.

Administration and history: Fuding is a county-level city administered by Ningde. The area has a long historical association with Fujian and, in modern times, has been organized as a county-level city within Ningde. It has transportation connections by road and rail within Fujian and access to maritime routes through nearby ports.

Overall, Fuding is notable for its tea heritage and coastal economy, balancing traditional agricultural practices with regional maritime industries in a subtropical Fujian setting.