Tomatoes undergo processing into high-quality paste at Gansu West Sun Food Co in Gaotai county, Zhangye, Gansu, on Aug 27, 2024. [Photo provided to gogansu.com]

On Aug 27, 2024, at the tomato paste production line of Gansu west sun Food Co, ripe tomatoes were transformed into high-quality tomato paste through a meticulous process of washing, sorting, crushing, pulping, sterilization, and packaging.

As a key export-oriented enterprise in Jinta county, the company specializes in producing bulk-packaged tomato paste. Their products are primarily exported to dozens of countries and regions, including Italy, Spain, Russia, and Pakistan.

In recent days, 12,000 mu (approximately 800 hectares) of tomatoes in Jinta have been progressively reaching maturity. To ensure timely harvesting and orderly processing, local tomato processing companies have geared up for the purchase and processing of raw tomatoes.

Tomato processors in Jinta county are playing a crucial role in boosting the local economy and underscoring the industry's importance to the region.