Qingyun Jujube Blossom Honey

Qingyun Jujube Blossom Honey

　　Jujube trees are widely planted by local farmers in the fields and around their homes in Qingyun County, making jujube blossoms an abundant source of nectar. Mature honey contains about 75% glucose and fructose, 17–18% water, as well as small amounts of sucrose, protein, minerals, organic acids, enzymes, aromatic compounds, and vitamins. The specialty jujube blossom honey from Qingyun retains the natural nutritional components of jujube blossoms. It has a high sugar content, a golden and shiny color, a pure taste, and is exquisitely produced, making it an excellent tonic. Old county records indicate that honey was a major local product. After the founding of the People’s Republic of China, the state conducted unified purchases, with the local produce company assisting out-of-town beekeeping clients in placing their hives within the county for honey production and managing the procurement and transport. In recent years, with the development of the market economy, the honey market has become increasingly prosperous, with the county’s annual honey production now reaching around 200 tons.

　　Source: Office of Qingyun County Chronicles