Is it profitable to plant Scutellaria baicalensis? What are the profits and benefits of planting?

Is it profitable to grow Scutellaria baicalensis?

Scutellaria baicalensis is a common medicinal material that has the effects of clearing away heat and dampness, purging fire and detoxifying. It is also a bulk commodity among traditional Chinese medicines. It has been selling well for many years. It is also a long-term exported traditional Chinese medicine in my country. The selling price is very stable, so planting Scutellaria baicalensis is still very profitable.

Profits and Benefits of Planting Scutellaria Baicalensis

The profit from growing Scutellaria baicalensis is quite considerable. Generally speaking, the cost per mu of land is about 3,000-3,500 yuan, including labor, seeds, fertilizers, etc. After deducting these, the net profit per mu of land can reach between 5,600-7,000 yuan.

High-yield cultivation techniques of Scutellaria baicalensis

1. Site selection and land preparation

When planting Scutellaria baicalensis, it is best to choose an area with loose and fertile soil, sufficient sunlight, and convenient irrigation and drainage. Note that about 4,000 kilograms of fertilizer should be applied per acre, mainly farmyard manure, to promote high yields of Scutellaria baicalensis.

2. Thinning and finalizing seedlings

If Scutellaria baicalensis is sown directly from seeds, it is necessary to thin and transplant the seedlings in time. When the seedlings grow to about 10 cm, they should be transplanted and weak and dense seedlings should be removed.

3. Intertillage and weeding

If you want to achieve high yields of Scutellaria baicalensis, you need to loosen the soil and weed in time, and add soil around the seedlings. Generally, weeding is required 3-4 times a year.