In the vast, sun-kissed landscapes of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, camels aren’t just desert icons—they’re now the stars of a booming industry. 🌵✨ Altay Prefecture, once reliant on traditional herding, is transforming camel milk into a modern economic powerhouse, blending ancient practices with 21st-century sustainability.
For generations, camel herding was a way of life here. But today, these 'ships of the desert' are anchoring rural revitalization efforts. Local cooperatives are turning nutrient-rich camel milk into premium products, from creamy cheeses to skincare essentials, creating jobs and lifting incomes. 💰📈
"Camels are our partners," says a herder interviewed during a recent visit by CGTN. "Now, they’re helping us build a better future." The region’s focus on eco-friendly practices—like low-impact grazing and renewable energy in processing plants—is setting a blueprint for sustainable agriculture worldwide.
With global demand for alternative dairy products rising faster than a sandstorm 🌪️, Xinjiang’s camel milk boom isn’t just a local win—it’s a taste of how tradition and innovation can thrive together.
