Banana Papaya

Banana Papaya

Banana Papaya is a product certified with a Geographical Indication for Agricultural Products.

　　The Banan Township has a long tradition of growing papaya. In recent years, it has vigorously developed the papaya industry. On one hand, the township analyzes and forecasts the market prospects for papaya sales, establishes profiles for key large-scale growers to provide focused support, and invites them to share their experiences. On the other hand, it emphasizes technological services, allocating 2,000 yuan annually to hire relevant technicians from both within and outside the county for theoretical training and on-site guidance. At the same time, it improves road infrastructure in base villages and communities, having invested over 20,000 yuan to support the construction of village roads in celebration and other base villages. According to statistics, the township produces 680 tons of fresh papaya and 270 tons of dried papaya annually, with the total output value of papaya reaching over 960,000 yuan, increasing the per capita income by 100 yuan.

　　The Banan Township is working to further expand and strengthen this industry, aiming to establish itself as the “Papaya Hometown” of northeastern Sichuan.

　　Banana Papaya

　　II. Natural Ecological Environment and Humanistic Historical Factors

　　The production area of Banana Papaya mainly consists of low mountains and hills with suitable slopes. The soil types primarily include purple soil, yellow soil, and alluvial soil (moisture soil), all with deep soil layers, good drainage and irrigation conditions, and a pH value between 6 and 7.5. The region features a subtropical humid monsoon climate, characterized by mild temperatures, abundant rainfall, ample sunlight, and a relatively long frost-free period of 294 days. The annual average temperature is 15.6°C, the annual average rainfall is 1,140.4 mm, the annual average relative humidity is 78%, making it suitable for the cultivation of medicinal herbs.

　　Geographic Scope

　　The geographical indication protection area for Banana Papaya covers 35 administrative villages in Banan Township, Yilong County, Sichuan Province. It borders Yingshan County to the east and south, Jiulong Township to the west, and Banqiao Township to the north. The geographic coordinates are between 106°31′26″ to 106°44′47″ east longitude and 31°18′14″ to 31°34′38″ north latitude, with an elevation ranging from 332 to 468 meters. The protected area spans 2,400 hectares, with an annual output of 25,000 tons.