Abstract: Cordyceps sinensis is an important resource for farmers and herdsmen in Shannan city,Tibet.In recent years, its price has been rising continuously, and the contradiction between supply and demand is prominent. At the same time, it has caused a series of social and ecological environmental problems that need to be solved urgently. On the basis of in-depth field investigation and interview,this paper analyzes the present situation of protection and utilization of cordyceps sinensis resource in Shannan city,summarizes the problems in the management, collection, and sales of cordyceps sinensis in Shannan city, and puts forward relevant suggestion, in order to provide reference for further optimizing the protection and utilization of cordyceps sinensis resources in Shannan city.