Yuanmou Green Jujube

Yuanmou Green Jujube

Yuanmou Green Jujube is a geographical indication certification trademark.

　　Yuanmou large green jujube is an evergreen small tree. It is an excellent fruit variety developed through multiple generations of selective breeding by Taiwanese horticulturists from the Indian hairy-leaved jujube. The green jujube is large in size, has thick flesh and a small seed, features an attractive appearance, and is rich in nutrients. Tests show that every 100 grams of fresh flesh contains 18–23 grams of carbohydrates, 0.86 grams of crude protein, 50–85 milligrams of Vitamin C, and also considerable amounts of Vitamins A1, B1, B2, K, etc. The content of fructose and glucose reaches 11–16%, and soluble solids content is 14–20%. In addition, it contains trace elements such as phosphorus, calcium, iron, potassium, and zinc. Taiwan green jujube is neither cold nor hot in nature and offers effects such as cooling, detoxifying, and calming, making it especially suitable for children and the elderly.

　　Yuanmou County introduced the cultivation of Taiwan green jujube in 1999 by leveraging its unique climate resources of the Jinsha River dry-hot valley. Thanks to the fruit’s appealing appearance, high sweetness, good taste, and superior quality, it quickly became popular among consumers. After more than ten years of development, the county has planted a total of 17,000 mu of green jujube, generating an output value of 130 million yuan.

　　The Yuanmou green jujube harvest season runs from September to March of the following year. The fruit is nutrient-rich, crispy, and sweet, earning it the reputation of “tropical little apple.” The 10,000-mu green jujube demonstration garden of Dianlian Village Committee in Huangguayuan Town is a highlight of the county’s green jujube industry development. With support from provincial and state-level agricultural comprehensive development project funds, all households in the seven village groups of Dianlian Village have planted their land entirely with large green jujubes. “Green jujube is the main source of income for local farmers. Relying on its cultivation, the average annual household income is around 150,000 yuan. People buy cars, build nice houses, and have already entered a well-off life ahead of time.”