As summer heats up, China's agricultural sector is painting a picture of resilience. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs reports 121 million mu (8 million hectares) of wheat already harvested, with daily progress surpassing 20 million mu for consecutive days. The丰收季 (harvest season) is now sweeping northward through key producing regions.
A Lens on Resilience: Photographer Bao Dongsheng from Yuncheng, Shanxi Province, captures farmers navigating COVID-19 protocols while securing golden wheat fields. His footage reveals the精密 choreography of modern Chinese agriculture: combine harvesters carving through crops, solar-powered drying facilities reducing waste, and straw recycling programs supporting sustainable practices.
\"This year's harvest isn't just about yields—it's about adapting logistics and labor under health guidelines,\" Bao observes. Authorities have deployed mobile testing units and coordinated cross-province machinery movements to minimize disruptions.
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The Long Haul with COVID-19: Summer harvest under the epidemic
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