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Which other crops are grown in the Yangtze River basin?

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Locator map highlighting the course of the Yangtze River across China, with surrounding countries in East and Central Asia labeled, including India, Russia, Mongolia, Japan, and the Koreas. The Yangtze River is marked in blue and labeled in orange, showing its path from western to eastern China. An inset globe in the upper left shows the region's location within Asia.
Yangtze River

In addition to rice, which is the primary crop in the region, the Yangtze River basin supports a diverse range of agricultural production due to its favorable climate and fertile soil.1

Other crops grown in the basin include:

  • Grains and staples: Wheat, barley, and corn (maize).1
  • Fiber and industrial crops: Cotton, hemp, and mulberries (often associated with sericulture, the production of raw silk).12
  • Legumes: Various types of beans.1
  • Oilseeds: Rapeseed.2

Additionally, the region produces bamboo and supports significant aquaculture, including the raising of fish. The lower basin and delta are particularly productive, with some areas capable of harvesting two or three crops annually.21