Imagine biting into a honey peach so juicy, it feels like summer exploding in your mouth. That’s the magic of Yangshan honey peaches, a legendary fruit from Yangshan Town in Jiangsu Province, China. Known as the nation’s 'hometown of honey peaches,' this region has now blended tradition with tech genius: drones are swooping in to revolutionize how these delicate treats reach the world.
🚀 Why drones? These peaches are famously tender—bumps and delays can ruin their perfect ripeness. Enter high-flying drones, zipping peaches from orchards to packaging centers in minutes instead of hours. It’s faster, fresher, and way cooler than your average delivery truck. CGTN’s Tian Runtong reports this innovation is helping farmers preserve the peaches’ signature sweetness while scaling up production.
🌱 The bigger picture: Yangshan’s drone story is part of a growing wave of agritech in China. From AI crop monitoring to automated harvesting, rural regions are embracing smart solutions to meet global demand. For travelers and foodies, it’s a taste of how tradition and tech can thrive together—plus, a reason to add Wuxi’s peach orchards to your bucket list! 🌍✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com