Fumin Pomegranates

Fumin Pomegranates

　　Pomegranate cultivation has a long history in Fumin County. Over the past decade, the industry has developed rapidly. By the end of 2003, the cumulative cultivated area in Fumin County had reached over 2,000 mu, distributed across all nine townships (towns) of the county. The main varieties grown include Ruby Pomegranate, Mengzi Pomegranate, and Saline Pomegranate, with a fruit-bearing area of 1,200 mu and a production of 1,800 tons. The pomegranates ripen between September and November. The pomegranates produced here are large in size, vibrant in color, have light and large seeds, are juicy, and are of premium quality.