Medicinal and Edible Spice Planting Technology

Author: Dong Shuyan
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Publish Date: 2005-03-01
Features: The author investigates and analyzes the production and sales of traditional Chinese medicinal materials over the years, finding that medicinal and edible spice herbs are frequently traded in commercial circulation with high demand. Especially with the improvement of people's living standards, the enhancement of environmental awareness, and the development of the catering, food, and tourism industries, the production and circulation market for natural medicinal spice herbs has experienced unprecedented prosperity and vitality. People's demands for these medicinal spices have also become increasingly high, not only requiring excellent color, aroma, and taste but also emphasizing green and natural qualities. This book introduces 31 highly economically valuable medicinal and edible spice herbs for reference. It comprehensively elaborates on the medicinal and edible properties, market analysis, plant morphology, ecological habits, cultivation techniques, and harvesting and processing of these medicinal spices. Before selecting and determining the planting varieties, it is essential to do the following:
1. Investigate the market conditions of the plants being grown to grasp production and sales information;
2. Determine the planting varieties based on local conditions, considering human and material resources, land conditions, climate, and other factors to decide the planting area;
3. Carefully select high-quality seedlings and avoid being deceived;
4. Fully master cultivation techniques, strengthen field management, prevent and control pests and diseases, and focus on the harvesting and processing stages to improve product quality and sales value;
5. Closely monitor market trends and avoid trusting false promises of "recoupment" and "exclusive sales" from some unscrupulous advertisements to prevent being deceived.