Yunnan's flower market is more than a feast for the eyes—it is a dynamic blend of innovation, tradition, and global trade. On Wednesday, the Chinese president visited a state-of-the-art flower industry park in Lijiang, offering a firsthand look at local specialty agriculture in action.
The park produces an astonishing 39.56 million roses and 900,000 calla lilies each year, commanding 90 percent of the national market. This impressive output cements Yunnan’s reputation as the world's second-largest flower producer, second only to Amsterdam, with Kunming Dounan emerging as its vibrant trading hub.
Wang Ning, Yunnan Province CPC Committee Secretary, praised the region’s decade-long auction system and efficient overnight delivery service. He credited Yunnan's unique climate for creating the perfect conditions that drive this thriving industry, setting a benchmark for tech-enabled agricultural trade and sustainable growth.
For young global citizens, tech enthusiasts, and business innovators, Yunnan’s blooming flower market offers a striking example of how traditional practices can mesh with modern logistics to foster economic progress and inspire new approaches to sustainable development.
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