Shayang Small-Seed Peanuts

Shayang Small-Seed Peanuts

　　【Shayang Small-Seed Peanuts】 are produced in the areas of Shayang, Malang, Lishi Town in Shayang County, and around Luohansi on the eastern bank of the Han River. These peanuts are unique, with thin shells, small pods, and large, plump kernels that are uniform in size. They received high praise at the first National Agricultural Exhibition and were thus named “Shayang Peanuts.” “Shayang Peanuts” are highly nutritious and beneficial to health. When eaten raw, they help dissolve phlegm, promote saliva production, and lower blood pressure. When cooked—whether fried, stir-fried, or boiled—they are equally delicious. They are also used as an oil crop and as an ingredient in various pastries and candies. Before the founding of the People’s Republic of China, Shayang was an important hub for peanut trading in the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River, with an annual trading volume reaching 5 million jin. They were sold to cities such as Yichang, Wuhan, and Shanghai, with Wuhan being the largest market where they became a household name.