Venison Acorn (American Pecan)

Luming American Pecan

　　The American pecan from Luming Township is a specialty of Luming Township, Xiangyun County, Dali Prefecture, Yunnan Province. The pecans from Luming have thin, easy-to-peel shells, large and plump kernels, and a sweet and fragrant taste. The kernels are rich in protein, amino acids, and vitamins, offering high nutritional value. They are known to nourish the brain, strengthen the body, and help lower blood lipids.

　　The American thin-shelled pecan, also known as the American pecan or longleaf pecan, is a deciduous large tree belonging to the hickory genus of the walnut family. This variety originates from the northern parts of the United States and Mexico. It is now distributed across more than 20 countries and regions on five continents. The American thin-shelled pecan was first introduced to China in the late 19th century. Although it has been planted over a relatively wide area, cultivation has mostly been scattered.

　　Luming Township in Xiangyun County has a relatively low average elevation, making it suitable for growing American pecans. In 2002, with the support of the Provincial Academy of Forestry and the Xiangyun County Horticulture Station, Luming Township introduced and trial-planted 150 acres of American pecans. Since then, the planting has expanded year by year, reaching 8,703 acres by 2012, making it the largest American pecan planting base in the province. Currently, pecan trees planted at different stages have gradually begun to bear fruit. In 2012, the township’s American pecan yield reached 8,000 kilograms, with an output value of 640,000 yuan, and scion sales income of 940,000 yuan.

　　Thanks to its favorable climate for pecan growth, Luming Township produces pecans that are free from any pollution and are natural green food. Not only do they have thin, easy-to-peel shells, large and plump kernels, and a sweet and fragrant taste, but their kernels are also rich in protein, amino acids, and vitamins, offering high nutritional value. They are known to nourish the brain, strengthen the body, and help lower blood lipids—making them especially suitable for mental workers, particularly women. Pecans have now become a signature product of Luming Township.