Zanthoxylum bungeanum in Shexian county

Zanthoxylum bungeanum, walnut and persimmon in Shexian county are known as "three treasures in Shexian county". The output of pepper ranks first in China, and walnuts and persimmons rank first in the province. Shexian is a concentrated production area of Zanthoxylum bungeanum. Since the founding of the People's Republic of China, with the improvement of people's living standards, the demand for Zanthoxylum bungeanum is increasing, and the planting area and output of Zanthoxylum bungeanum have increased greatly. Especially in recent years, Shexian county regards pepper as a leading industry for farmers to get rid of poverty and become rich. Greatly accelerated the industrialization process of pepper. By the end of 1999, the total number of Zanthoxylum bungeanum plants in the county had grown to 25 million, with a total output of 4.5 million Jin. It has become a major source of economic income for local farmers. The main varieties of pepper in Shexian county are: Dahongpao, Erhongpao, Xiaohongpao, Baisha pepper and Goujiao. Among them, Dahongpao and Erhongpao have the best quality, and are famous for their large grain, thick skin, bright color and delicious taste. Known as the "Shilixiang" in Shexian County. Known as one of the "three treasures" of Shexian Tute, it enjoys a high reputation in the domestic and foreign markets. Shexian Zanthoxylum bungeanum is a national geographical indication protection product, which is popular all over the country with bright color, uniform particles, high hemp content, high oil content and strong fragrance. The annual output of Zanthoxylum bungeanum in the county is more than 5,000 tons, with an output value of 130 million yuan. Shexian Zanthoxylum bungeanum is a geographical indication protection product.
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