“新农人”玩转智慧农业 农业生产有“智”又有“质”

Group 1: Rice Seedling Production - The rice seedling production is in full swing in Pingnan County, Ningde City, Fujian Province, as the key period for mid-season rice planting approaches [1][8] - Automated seedling production lines are operating at high speed, allowing for efficient production of seedling trays in just a few seconds [3] - After being produced, the seedling trays are sent to a dark room for germination and then moved to an intelligent seedling greenhouse equipped with automated temperature and humidity control systems [5] Group 2: Time Efficiency and Agricultural Support - The new seedling production method saves approximately 20 days compared to traditional methods, allowing for quicker planting [7] - Local authorities are promoting mechanized seedling production and providing technical training to enhance rice production quality and speed [8][10] - Pingnan County plans to plant 103,000 acres of mid-season rice by 2025, with transplanting activities starting in late May [10] Group 3: Drone Technology in Agriculture - The application of drone technology in agriculture is increasing, with young operators like Xu Suhui becoming popular among farmers for efficient crop management [10][23] - Xu Suhui transitioned from an electronics factory to become a "new farmer," learning to operate agricultural drones despite initial challenges [16][18] - In 2024, Xu operated for 160 days, spraying pesticides over more than 17,000 acres, reflecting the growing trend of drone usage in farming [20]