Characteristics and Nutritional Value of Yantai Big Cherries


Release date:

2025-07-23

Yantai's large cherries boast both excellent external appearance and superior internal quality, characterized by their large size, vibrant color, and fresh, delicious flavor. The fruits are plump and beautifully colored, offering a sweet, juicy taste that is deeply loved by consumers.

Characteristics and Nutritional Value of Yantai Big Cherries

  Yantai large cherries boast excellent external appearance and superior internal quality, characterized by their large size, vibrant color, and fresh, delicious flavor. The fruits are plump, brilliantly colored, and delightfully sweet with a juicy texture, making them highly cherished by consumers.

  Nutritional value

  Per 100 grams of cherries, there are up to 5–11.4 milligrams of iron—placing them among the top-ranking fruits in terms of iron content. What’s more, cherries contain 4 to 5 times more vitamin A than apples or grapes, along with abundant vitamin C, B vitamins, and essential minerals like potassium, calcium, and phosphorus. Additionally, cherries are rich in unique phytochemicals such as anthocyanins and melatonin, which offer powerful antioxidant benefits, promote better sleep, and support cardiovascular health.

  Production Situation: Yantai Municipal Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs

  Yantai's cherry cultivation spans 330,000 mu, covering areas such as Fushan, Qixia, Muping, Penglai, and Haiyang. In 2021, Yantai's large cherries generated an annual output value of 5 billion yuan, with a brand value reaching 5.596 billion yuan—making it a key industry that boosts local prosperity.

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