振兴“川字号”乡村产业

Core Viewpoint - Sichuan province is making significant strides in transforming from an agricultural powerhouse to an agricultural stronghold, focusing on enhancing rural industries to reduce urban-rural disparities and promote common prosperity [1][2]. Agricultural Production - In 2022, Sichuan's total grain output reached 726.8 billion jin, with an average yield of 378.2 kg per mu, both setting historical records [1]. - The province maintained its position as the top producer of live pigs, with an output of 61.496 million heads [1]. Rural Industry Development - Sichuan is actively promoting rural industries to increase farmers' income, achieving a 6.6% growth in per capita disposable income for rural residents, surpassing the 1.9% increase for urban residents [1]. - In 2024, the total planting area for citrus in Pujiang County is expected to reach 445,000 mu, with an estimated output of 1.03 million tons and a production value of 7.282 billion yuan [2]. Innovative Agricultural Practices - The "Two Replacements" initiative in Pujiang County, which promotes organic fertilizers over chemical fertilizers and green pest control over chemical methods, has led to over 75% coverage of organic fertilizer use and over 70% for green pest control, resulting in a market price increase of over 30% for the produced goods [3]. - The county has also developed sustainable agricultural practices, such as rice-vegetable rotation and intercropping, achieving high yields and profitability [4]. Industry Clusters and Value Chains - Sichuan is focusing on building agricultural industry clusters, with a goal to create a comprehensive agricultural industry system that includes livestock, grain, and various specialty crops [6][7]. - The "1+1+8" strategy aims to enhance the agricultural value chain by integrating upstream production, midstream processing, and downstream marketing [7]. Farmer Benefit Mechanisms - The province is establishing mechanisms to ensure that farmers benefit from industrial growth, promoting models that connect small farmers with larger markets through cooperatives and direct purchasing agreements [9]. - In 2024, the East Slope District's pickled vegetable industry is projected to generate a comprehensive output value of 22.5 billion yuan, showcasing the economic impact of local agricultural enterprises [6]. Employment and Income Generation - The establishment of agricultural industry strong towns and clusters has created over 603,000 jobs, with participating farmers earning an average disposable income of 26,500 yuan, higher than the local average [12]. - Successful models of income generation include direct procurement agreements between processing companies and farmers, which have significantly increased farmers' incomes [10][11].