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Xinjiang Herders Embrace Mechanized Livestock Migration 🌄🐑

Spring is bringing a high-tech twist to age-old traditions in Xinjiang! Millions of livestock in the Bayingolin Mongol Autonomous Prefecture are migrating from winter pastures to spring grasslands this month, but forget dusty trails—now it’s all about trucks, efficiency, and modern convenience. 🚚💨

Gone are the days when entire families trekked for days with their flocks. Today, herders can transport sheep by vehicle in just one day, thanks to a shift toward mechanized transitions. \"One person, a horse, and a herd can do the job now,\" locals say, freeing up families to focus on education and healthcare in settled communities. 📚🏥

The local government is rolling out support, too: service stations along migration routes provide supplies, while sheep-drawn vehicles (yes, that’s a thing!) ease the journey for those sticking to tradition. 🛠️🐏

This blend of tech and tradition isn’t just saving time—it’s reshaping rural life. 💡 Who knew herding could get a 21st-century glow-up?

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