Yueba Dendrobium

Yueba Dendrobium

　　The Li District boasts abundant and unique resource conditions, making it one of the original habitats of Dendrobium officinale. It has a long history of producing and processing Yueba Dendrobium, known for its premium quality. Currently, there are over ten Dendrobium officinale production and processing enterprises (cooperatives) in the district, with a total cultivation area of 361,900 square meters. This includes 228,000 square meters under factory-style and greenhouse cultivation, and 333,200 square meters under semi-wild and wild planting. A total investment of 67.27 million yuan has been made, generating an annual output value of 202 million yuan, with over 300 industry employees. Major products include Yueba Dendrobium stems, fresh Yueba Dendrobium stalks, dried Yueba Dendrobium flowers, health supplements, and potted plants. By 2020, the goal is to expand the cultivation base to over 2,000 mu, achieve product sales revenue of 400 million yuan, increase farmers' income by over 150 million yuan, and nurture 2–4 key enterprises with sales revenue exceeding 50 million yuan. By 2025, the target is to reach a cultivation area of over 4,000 mu, generate product sales revenue of 600 million yuan, increase farmers' income by over 250 million yuan, and develop 1–2 leading enterprises with sales revenue surpassing 100 million yuan.

　　Seven key measures are being implemented to advance the development of the Yueba Dendrobium industry. First is the emphasis on germplasm protection. The Yueba Dendrobium germplasm has a long history and superior quality, ranking among the best Dendrobium varieties in China. However, due to overharvesting by medicinal herb farmers in recent years, the precious wild Yueba Dendrobium resources have gradually been depleted. The Li District has strengthened the protection of wild Yueba Dendrobium by establishing a 150-square-kilometer nature reserve centered around Yueba, where picking is strictly prohibited. Second is ensuring variety purity. In August 2012, samples of both wild and cultivated Yueba Dendrobium were sent to a provincial-level institute of traditional Chinese medicine for testing. The results showed: 1) The liquid chromatography profile of Yueba Dendrobium closely matches the national standard for Dendrobium, confirming its varietal purity. 2) ① Polysaccharide content is 33.84% (wild) and 38.76% (cultivated), both exceeding the national pharmacopoeia standard of 25%. ② Mannose content is 16.74% (wild) and 30.10% (cultivated), both within the national pharmacopoeia range of 13.0%–38.0%. These findings prove the superior quality of the Yueba Dendrobium variety. Third is increased scientific research investment. A Yueba Dendrobium Research Institute has been established, and collaborations with major national research institutions have been strengthened. Investment has been ramped up in germplasm conservation, brand development, scientific production, product R&D, and marketing. Leveraging the Yueba Dendrobium brand, efforts aim to enhance the core competitiveness of the industry. Fourth is supporting leading enterprises. Experience has shown that industrial growth is inseparable from the leading and exemplary role of local key enterprises. Therefore, nurturing leading Yueba Dendrobium enterprises is crucial. The Li District actively seeks greater alignment with higher authorities to secure more projects and funding for the industry. Departments such as finance, forestry, agriculture, development and reform, and science and technology coordinate efforts to fully support leading enterprises and large-scale growers in constructing…

　　Yueba Dendrobium industrial bases. Relevant government departments provide strong support to leading enterprises in terms of land use, financial credit, water supply, and electricity. Fifth is providing financial support. To address the issue of insufficient funding for industrial development, the Li District actively utilizes loan platforms, coordinating with guarantee agencies and banking institutions to facilitate loan disbursement, helping enterprises and growers overcome investment challenges. In the first half of 2012 alone, financial institutions issued loans exceeding ten million yuan to Yueba Dendrobium enterprises and growers. Sixth is cultivating industry talent. To ensure the healthy development of the Dendrobium industry, improve growers’ cultivation techniques, elevate product quality, and truly help farmers achieve prosperity through the Yueba Dendrobium industry, training sessions on cultivation and management are organized for farmers. Experts and model technology households are invited to share knowledge, enabling growers to learn cultivation techniques, master essential skills, and adopt scientific farming concepts. Seventh is focusing on brand strategy. Special funds have been allocated for applying for geographical indication protection for Yueba Dendrobium. The Yueba Dendrobium industry is closely integrated with tourism to maximize its social and economic benefits, boost farmers’ incomes, and build an ecological wellness-oriented Li District.