How much is ginseng per jin these days? Detailed explanation of cultivation methods
Ginseng is also called huangshen, bangchui, renxian, guigai, and shencao. It is mainly distributed in Jilin, Liaoning, Heilongjiang and other places in China. There are many varieties of ginseng, and it has certain medicinal value, as it can promote blood circulation in the skin, regulate blood pressure, and induce diuresis. Wild ginseng is very rare, so prices vary greatly, while artificially cultivated ginseng is much cheaper. So now how much is ginseng per jin? What are the cultivation methods?
1. How much is ginseng per jin now?
The current price of ginseng is affected by many factors, such as place of origin, specification, variety, and purchasing channel. For example, in a certain market in Jilin Province, the price of small-grade ginseng is around 260 yuan/kg, medium-grade ginseng is around 455 yuan/kg, and large-grade ginseng is around 585 yuan/kg. Prices vary somewhat from place to place, so when buying, be sure to select and identify carefully. This is because some poor-quality varieties are passed off as high-priced wild ginseng on the market to make money from consumers.
2. What are the cultivation methods for ginseng?
1. Site selection
Ginseng has very high requirements for the growing environment. It must be planted in a place that is sheltered from wind, convenient for drainage and irrigation, free from freezing damage, relatively high in terrain, with strong soil looseness, good water retention, and good air permeability. Generally, forest land is chosen for planting because the soil is rich in organic matter, which is beneficial to the growth of ginseng.
Before planting, the soil should be disinfected to reduce the impact of pests and diseases.
2. Sowing
Ginseng cultivation generally uses the broadcast sowing method. The sowing time is around April, when the climate warms up. After sowing, cover with 3 to 4 cm of soil and maintain soil moisture. Seedlings will emerge around May. If sowing in summer, it generally matures in July and August, and then is sown immediately. If sowing in autumn, it is generally in November, and after sowing, the subsequent work can continue.
3. Germination promotion and transplanting
To increase the germination rate of ginseng, mix one part ginseng seeds with three parts river sand, and spray the soil surface with new high-fat film. Then place the treated seeds in a germination box, in a place indoors or outdoors with suitable temperature, and check frequently to see whether they have tipped over. Be sure to pay attention to changes in temperature and humidity.
4. Bud removal
Except for plants kept for seed production, in order to reduce nutrient consumption, when the flower stalk emerges, pinch off the flower buds from the upper 1/3 of the pedicel so that nutrients are concentrated to supply the growth of the ginseng root, thereby improving yield and quality.
5. Topdressing
Ginseng seedlings become fully established in early May. Open a shallow ditch 5 cm wide and about 8 cm deep in the part where ginseng has many absorbing roots. Be very careful not to damage the rhizome neck and main root. Then apply liquid fertilizer in the ditch, and after the liquid fertilizer penetrates into the soil, cover with soil to cover the fertilizer.
The above is an introduction to ginseng prices and cultivation methods. I hope it is helpful to you.