In the frosty, oxygen-thin plateaus of Xizang Autonomous Region, a green revolution is unfolding. Alfalfa—traditionally grown in northern Shaanxi Province—is now flourishing at 4,300 meters above sea level in Ali Prefecture, defying expectations and transforming local agriculture. 🌾
For decades, Ga’er county residents relied on natural grazing, facing chronic winter fodder shortages. But this hardy crop, introduced through cross-regional collaboration, now delivers higher yields and multi-year harvests, stabilizing winter feed supplies while protecting fragile grasslands. 🐑
"This isn’t just about feed—it’s about sustainability," says a local agricultural expert. By reducing overgrazing, the alfalfa initiative helps preserve biodiversity in one of Earth’s most delicate ecosystems. Scientists call it a climate-resilient breakthrough, offering hope for high-altitude farming globally. 🌍
With Ali’s success, neighboring regions are exploring similar projects. Could this be the start of a greener, more self-sufficient future for Tibet’s nomadic communities? 👀
