During the picking festival, activities such as "rotating persimmon skin" competition, root carving art exhibition and persimmon tasting will be organized, and cultural performances including dancing, singing and sketches will be held.
Persimmons in Shexian have been cultivated for more than 2000 years, and are famous for their thin skin, fine meat, fullness, bright red color and sweet and juicy taste.
It is nutritious and contains glucose, brown sugar and sucrose. Up to 15%, containing carotene, vitamins and other elements.
In recent years, relying on good natural conditions and industrial base, the county has actively introduced and cultivated new excellent varieties with market demand as the guide.
Constantly promoting specialized production and industrialized management, and combining with rural tourism, accelerated the development of persimmon industry.
Focus on building a brand of agricultural sightseeing tourism in Shexian County, and drive farmers to increase their income and get rich.