🌱✨ Xinjiang's cotton industry is having a major glow-up! Thanks to cutting-edge breeding, digital farming, and mechanization, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region is setting the bar high for cotton production and quality.
On October 9, Li Xueyuan, the go-to expert for Xinjiang's cotton tech, announced a national record in cotton yield from a demonstration field in Jinghe County, Bortala Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture. This achievement is a game-changer for the textile and apparel industry, which relies heavily on Xinjiang's exceptional cotton.
But how did Xinjiang get here? It's all about innovation! Li and his team have developed over 20 high-quality cotton varieties, focusing not just on higher yields but also on early maturity, premium quality, disease resistance, and making cotton ready for mechanical harvesting. 🌾🔬
Digital farming tools are now the norm, allowing farmers to manage their fields with just a mobile phone. Imagine controlling watering and fertilization from your phone — talk about smart farming! 📱🌐
Mechanization is another big win. Meet Dong Chenglong, a cotton farmer in Jinghe County, who manages nearly 500 mu (about 33.3 hectares) of land with ease. Cotton pickers can harvest the equivalent of 2,000 laborers in a day, and methods have been perfected to ensure the cotton stays clean and high-quality. 🤖🚜
With a 97% mechanization rate for plowing, planting, and harvesting, Xinjiang's cotton output has skyrocketed. The region has maintained over 5 million tonnes of cotton for five straight years, leading China in planting area and total production for three decades! 📈🏆
Plus, Xinjiang's long-staple cotton is a favorite in China's textile industry, known for its softness, absorbency, and excellent breathability. \"Our fabrics solve the sweat stain issue and offer great breathability,\" says Cai Wei, a clothing brand GM in Xinjiang. 👕✨
From innovative breeding to smart farming and top-notch mechanization, Xinjiang is weaving a bright future for the cotton industry and beyond! 🌟🧵
