Fumin Yam

Fumin Yam

　　Yam, also known as Dioscorea, is a health food that serves both as a vegetable and a medicinal ingredient. It is highly nutritious, rich in starch, inorganic salts, and dietary fiber, and also contains vitamins, albumen, and diastase. Medicinally, it helps prevent fat deposition in the cardiovascular system, reduces the risk of fatty liver, and offers multiple benefits such as strengthening the spleen, nourishing kidneys, and enriching essence. Regular consumption can promote health and longevity, making it a popular health supplement among modern people.

The main variety cultivated in large areas in Fumin County is Huai Yam, commonly known as ox-tail yam. This variety features thin skin, white flesh, high starch content, and excellent quality, making it the primary cultivar supplied to the market. Currently, the county has 3,000 acres under cultivation, with a total annual yield of 9 million kilograms.