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Core Viewpoint - The agarwood industry in Guangdong is rapidly growing, becoming a significant driver for local economic development and rural revitalization, with a target annual output value of 10 billion yuan in the future [1][4]. Industry Overview - Guangdong ranks among the top provinces in China for agarwood cultivation, with major production areas in Maoming, Dongguan, Zhongshan, and Huizhou. Maoming alone has over 277,200 acres of agarwood plantations and an industry output value exceeding 6.86 billion yuan [1][5]. - The agarwood industry has formed a "three-industry integration" cluster, encompassing seedling cultivation, planting, production, processing, and sales [2][3]. Economic Impact - The industry has created over 8,500 agarwood enterprises, including cooperatives and individual businesses, employing more than 150,000 people in related activities [3][4]. - The local government has implemented initiatives to enhance the agarwood industry, aiming for a dual win in ecological and economic benefits [4][6]. Policy Support - The Maoming government has introduced strategic plans for the agarwood industry, including the "Maoming Agarwood Industry Enhancement Action Plan (2022-2025)" and the "Maoming Agarwood Industry Development Plan (2023-2030)" [5][7]. - Guangdong province has been actively promoting policies to support the agarwood industry, including the "Guiding Opinions on Promoting the Integration and Innovation of Forestry Industries" and various local development plans [6][7]. Future Prospects - The agarwood industry is expected to continue its growth trajectory, with ongoing efforts to integrate cultural, medicinal, and tourism aspects into the industry, transforming ecological advantages into economic benefits [7][8].