A groundbreaking achievement in agriculture comes from the vast cotton fields of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. In Bortala's Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, farmers have shattered China's cotton harvest record, boasting an impressive yield of 11,154 kilograms per hectare from a 7.1-hectare field.
Harvesting and output data were meticulously monitored and evaluated by the Xinjiang regional department of agriculture and rural affairs, alongside experts from the National Agro-Tech Extension and Service Center, the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, the Xinjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, and Shihezi University. This collaborative effort ensures the accuracy and significance of the new record.
Wang Daguang, an agro-tech extension and services researcher in Bortala's Jinghe County, highlighted the remarkable progress by stating, \"The average local cotton yield was just 4,500 kilograms per hectare in the 1990s.\" The leap to over double that amount signifies a major advancement in agricultural practices.
The new record is not just a number; it serves as a beacon for cotton growers across the region to embrace more science and technology in their agricultural development. This infusion of innovation is paving the way for higher yields and more sustainable farming practices.
This year, Bortala boasts 92,667 hectares of cotton fields, cementing its status as one of Xinjiang's leading cotton-producing areas. The region's commitment to agricultural excellence continues to drive significant contributions to China's cotton industry.
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