Yikongqiao Yam

Yikongqiao Yam

Yikongqiao Yam is a geographical indication certification trademark.

　　Yikongqiao Yam is a specialty of Hanting District, Weifang City, Shandong Province.

　　Yikongqiao Yam is widely known for its reputation. Since ancient times, yam has been valued for its medicinal properties. Traditional Chinese medicine holds that yam nourishes without causing stagnation—when raw, it nourishes the yin of the spleen, lungs, and kidneys; when stir-fried, it boosts the qi of the spleen and stomach, making it a mild tonic. The cultivation of Yikongqiao Yam dates back to the Sui and Tang dynasties, boasting a history of over a thousand years as a renowned local specialty. The unique natural environment and soil conditions of Yikongqiao Village, along with years of selective breeding and traditional farming techniques, result in locally grown yams that are long and cylindrical, slender with minimal fuzz, and have pure white, tender flesh. Whether stir-fried or used in soups, they cook quickly and melt in your mouth, making them a delicious dish suitable for all ages. Today, “Yikongqiao” yams are exported to major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Qingdao.

　　Yikongqiao Yam

　　 Weifang Hanting District High-Quality Agricultural Products Association

　　 12944747

　　 Yam (fresh vegetable)