Embarking on a journalistic odyssey, Journalists from 21 countries, are currently immersed in the vibrant business panorama of Yunnan, with a recent stopover in Lijiang. This expedition is centred on unravelling Yunnan's business dynamics and deciphering the instrumental role played by the Yunnan government in fostering local empowerment.
Decoding Lijiang's Modern Flower Industry Park:
A focal point of their journey has been the Lijiang Modern Flower Industrial Park, a visionary venture with an investment of 640 million yuan. This haven for high-end fresh-cut flowers, seedlings, and distinctive local blooms integrates cutting-edge agricultural practices, research and development, cold chain logistics, e-commerce, leisure sightseeing, and incubating entrepreneurial endeavours.
Technological Marvels in Floriculture:
Highlighting the amalgamation of technology and agriculture, the park is a testament to intelligent temperature control in greenhouses, setting a precedent for efficient, automated management of watering, fertilization, temperature, and shading. With an emphasis on high-end varieties, the park aspires to be a premier flower supplier to major Chinese cities.
Economic Impact and Future Envisage:
Currently operational, the first greenhouse of Lijiang Modern Flower Industry Park marks the beginning, with the second greenhouse on the brink of completion. The park's expansion plans include a third greenhouse covering 200,000 square meters, expected to be fully operational by 2023. At full capacity, an impressive 300,000 flowers are anticipated daily.
Yunnan's Strategic Advantage in Flower Cultivation:
Nestled in a low-latitude warm temperate plateau monsoon climate, Lijiang's strategic location emerges as an ideal environment for flourishing flower cultivation. The city's climate, mirroring flower-rich regions like Ecuador and Colombia, underscores its potential as a "treasure land" for cultivating a first-class flower base.
A Gracious Welcome by Yunnan's Provincial Foreign Office:
Under the watchful eye of the MFA of China and the CIPCC team, the journalists received a warm welcome from the Provincial Foreign Office of Yunnan. This collaboration reflects the commitment to fostering international understanding and cooperation, creating a conducive environment for insightful exploration.
As the journalists continue their riveting journey through Yunnan's dynamic landscape, they carry with them not just a tale of business triumph but a testament to how strategic initiatives can elevate communities and economies. The expedition through Lijiang's Modern Flower Industry Park is a symphony of sustainable development, offering a blueprint for emulation. Yunnan's steadfast commitment to rural revitalization, epitomized by the blossoming flower industry, stands as a beacon of progress, echoing far beyond the borders of this captivating province.