Xiwen Potatoes

Last updated 2026-11-13 — In recent years, Xiwen County has made full use of its naturally loose soil layers, pollution-free environment, and climate well-suited for potato cultivation to vigorously develop potato farming. The county has increased investment in base construction and established a comprehensive system for predicting, warning, and scientifically controlling late blight and other major pests and diseases. This has led to "double" growth in both the scale and benefits of potato production. As a result, over 50,000 mu of specialized and characteristic potato farms have been successfully developed, increasing farmers’ income by 500–800 yuan per mu. In 2010, the county’s total potato planting area reached 100,000 mu, involving 55,000 households and 187,000 people. Of this, 50,000 mu were dedicated to commercial potato bases, yielding an annual output of 150,000 tons. The products are mainly sold fresh or processed, generating a total output value of 240 million yuan.