Core Insights - The article highlights the challenges faced by the lotus farming industry in Yaoxi Village, Jiangxi Province, including soil health issues and labor shortages, while also showcasing the efforts of a youth practice team from Jiangxi Agricultural University to address these problems through hands-on research and community engagement [1][2][3][4] Group 1: Current Challenges in Lotus Farming - The emergence of a new disease affecting white lotus, linked to excessive nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in the soil, as well as chemical residue, poses a significant threat to lotus cultivation [2] - The aging farming population in Yaoxi Village leads to a labor shortage, with many young people leaving for urban areas, complicating efforts to modernize agricultural practices [3] - Low rice prices, at around 0.9 yuan per kilogram, discourage farmers from rice cultivation, resulting in insufficient grain reserves in the region [3] Group 2: Proposed Solutions and Innovations - The youth practice team suggests implementing a "lotus-rice-vetch" crop rotation model and using organic fertilizers to improve soil health and combat lotus diseases [3] - A "land trust + professional lotus farmer" model is proposed to enhance mechanization and provide insurance subsidies for new farmers, thereby reducing production risks [3] - Development of value-added products such as lotus seed beverages and lotus paste, along with leveraging e-commerce and social media for marketing, is recommended to enhance the economic viability of lotus farming [3][4]
晨曦采莲悟农辛,青春调研谋振兴
Zhong Guo Shi Pin Wang·2025-07-10 02:58