Yuquan Tribute Rice

Yuquan Tribute Rice

　　Yuquanyu Village in Zhonghu Township, Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie City, has 1,140 mu of arable land, including 920 mu of paddy fields and 220 mu of dry land. The village consists of 10 villager groups, with 277 households and a population of 1,091. Thanks to the area’s unique water sources, soil conditions, and excellent ecological environment, the rice produced here is smooth, fragrant, and delicious, with fluffy and sweet-tasting grains. Legend has it that during the Yuan Dynasty, a local chieftain presented this rice as a tribute to the imperial palace. After tasting it, the emperor was so impressed that he named it “Yuquan Tribute Rice.”