Snow Mountain Soybeans

Snow Mountain Soybeans

　　Snow Mountain Soybeans, abbreviated as "Xue Dou" (Snow Beans), are produced at altitudes of 2,000–2,800 meters in our prefecture, predominantly in Luding. They are kidney-shaped, large in size, and rank among the largest of all bean varieties, making them an excellent food choice with high nutritional value. Hundred grams of dried beans contain 20% protein, 63% carbohydrates, 10 mg of calcium, as well as fat, vitamin B, and other nutrients, earning them the title of the "nutrition king" among beans. Snow Mountain Soybeans also have medicinal benefits; regular consumption can help treat hypertension and heart disease, making them a truly green health food. In our prefecture, the total planting area in 1984 was 13,200 mu, with a yield of 215 jin per mu and a total output of 2.84 million jin. To meet market demand, especially as the volume shipped inland continues to rise and supply falls short, we have continuously expanded the planting area to the current 25,000 mu, yielding 230 jin per mu and a total output of 5.8 million jin. (Garzê)