Hetao Watermelon

Hetao Watermelon

　　　     Watermelons have been cultivated in the Hetao region of Bayannur City for a long history, renowned both within and beyond the region for their large size, sweet taste, juiciness, and refreshing flavor. The main varieties planted are all introduced hybrids, including XN8, Jincheng 7, Qihang 901, and Fengkang 88. In 2001, the planting area in Bayannur City was 59,000 mu, with a yield of 3,500 kilograms per mu, and a total output value of 210 million yuan. Thanks to the unique and superior climate conditions of the Hetao region in Bayannur City, the soluble solids content of the watermelons reaches about 12%, making them an excellent summer fruit for quenching thirst and beating the heat. In addition to being consumed locally, the produce is also widely sold to Baotou, Hohhot, Tianjin, Shanghai, the three northeastern provinces, and some provinces and regions in southern China.