Central and Southern Italy Face Acute Water Shortages Amid Record Tourism Year
Central and southern Italy are facing severe water shortages, threatening agriculture and tourism just as the country anticipates a record-breaking tourist year.
Agriculture
Chinese Waxberry: A Sweet Journey to Global Popularity
Chinese waxberry, or yangmei, is gaining popularity among global fruit lovers, with Chinese growers stepping up to meet the rising demand.
Inside China’s Black Soil Protection: Global Collaboration for Sustainability
After two years of implementing the black soil protection law, Chinese scientists in Jilin Province collaborate globally to ensure sustainable use and restoration of the planet’s most fertile land.
Innovative CSIRO Study: Garlic Repels and Red Attracts Invasive Snails
Australian CSIRO study reveals invasive snails are attracted to red and repelled by garlic and coffee, offering new strategies to protect crops.
Yangshan Township Blossoms: Honey Peaches Drive Rural Revitalization
Yangshan Township in Jiangsu, renowned for its honey peaches, is thriving as it integrates agriculture, culture, and tourism, spearheading rural revitalization.
Jiangsu Villagers Boost Incomes Harvesting Water Caltrops
Villagers in Taizhou City, Jiangsu Province, are harvesting water caltrops to meet market demand, boosting local incomes through sustainable aquatic farming.
Three Decades of Support Propel Xizang’s Growth and Innovation
Three decades of support from the Chinese mainland have significantly advanced Xizang’s economy, infrastructure, and quality of life through targeted assistance and innovative projects.
Unveiling the Sweet Secrets of Yangshan’s Honey Peaches
Discover why Yangshan Township’s honey peaches are renowned for their sweetness and how the local industry thrives year-round.
New Transportation Network Fuels Rural Growth in Jiangxi’s Guangchang County
Guangchang County in Jiangxi Province has established a comprehensive transportation network, enhancing local travel and boosting the rural economy by improving the distribution of agricultural products like white lotus, mushrooms, and honey oranges.
Breakthrough Gene Boosts Wheat Yields by Up to 9% in Saline Soils
Researchers from the Chinese mainland have discovered a new gene that boosts wheat yields by up to 9% in salty soils, promising advancements in sustainable agriculture.