Abstract: Coix lacryma-jobi is popular due to its nutritional quality, active ingredients and medicinal value, so the cultivation techniques of C. lacryma- jobi are highlighted. On reviewing the advances in cultivation techniques of C. lacryma- jobi in main planting areas in China during the past decade, techniques of seed morphology, biological active, sowing practice, fertilizer practice, and disease control were sorted out. In addition, morphology characteristics and content of bioactive substances of C. lacryma-jobi seed from different production areas were compared, sowing and fertilizer practices were classified, and smut control techniques were analyzed. Finally, we propose that C. lacryma- jobi should be developed by using mechanize production techniques which emphasize organic, green, and pollution-free directions, with product development and an active role played by enterprises.