Dongchuan Eggplant

Dongchuan Eggplant

　　Eggplant has been cultivated in Dongchuan for many years. The main growing areas are in the valleys of the Xiaojiang River at altitudes below 1,600 meters. This region features a dry climate, abundant heat, and rich water resources, making it an ideal area for growing eggplants and other vegetables. The purple eggplants produced here have straight fruit shapes, glossy purplish-black skins, and dense flesh that stores and transports well; bamboo-silk eggplants are long and stick-shaped, with light green skins featuring red longitudinal stripes, soft skin, sweet taste, and dense flesh that also stores and transports well.

Varieties: The main varieties planted are “Bamboo-Silk Eggplant” and “Long Ink Eggplant,” introduced from Sichuan and Jiangsu respectively.

Production volume and market period: Our region grows eggplants on 1,000 mu of land, with a marketable volume of up to 5,000 tons. The market period runs from March 20 to October 30. Prices range from 1.80 yuan to 0.40 yuan per kilogram (slightly varying by market season).