Guangde Chestnuts

Guangde Chestnuts

　　Guangde chestnuts are a specialty of Guangde County, Xuancheng City, Anhui Province. Known for their “large size, fragrant taste, and soft, delicious texture,” they have long been favored by the public. Guangde County has been awarded the title of “Hometown of Chinese Chestnuts” by the National Forestry Administration.

　　The cultivation of chestnuts in Guangde County has a long history. During the Jiaqing era of the Qing Dynasty, they gained fame across the country as a “tribute product.” Premium varieties such as “Dahongpao,” “Chushu Hong,” and “Dayouli” are renowned nationwide, known for their stable traits, strong resistance, and consistently high yields.

　　It is reported that Guangde County has a total of 250,000 mu of chestnut orchards, with an annual output of up to 7.5 million kilograms. There are 140,000 farmers in the county engaged in chestnut planting and management. Five towns have planting areas exceeding 10,000 mu, and over 200 households earn an annual income of more than 10,000 yuan. The two major chestnut specialty markets, Fengqiao and Sihe, attract dealers from all over the country to trade during the season.