In the sun-drenched fields of the Chinese mainland, a quiet revolution is unfolding. Drones, once the preserve of hobbyists and high-budget projects, are now indispensable partners for farmers across Guangdong province. From sprawling super farms in Guangzhou to terraced rice paddies in Shantou, technology is transforming traditional agriculture into an intelligent, data-driven craft.
At the heart of this shift is XAG co-founder Justin Gong. His team has reimagined farming tools to be as user-friendly as smartphones, pairing drones with intuitive controls and AI-powered mapping. According to Gong, tasks that once took days under the blazing sun can now be completed in minutes—freeing farmers to focus on strategy and field health.
The technology is not just boosting efficiency; it’s reshaping rural life. Wang Fen, a young returnee to her hometown, has built a new career around drone services. She balances caring for her family with helping elderly neighbours manage their fields, proving that innovation can strengthen community bonds.
This is more than a productivity boost. It’s a story of legacy meeting tomorrow, where data and machinery breathe new life into age-old practices. As drones continue to take root above China’s fields, the era of digital agriculture is quietly transforming the heartbeat of rural communities.
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From Manual to Intelligent: The Era of Digital Agriculture in China
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