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Core Viewpoint - The "Bamboo Shoot King" competition highlights the significance of the Xiniu Mazu Bamboo Shoot industry in Qingyuan, showcasing its growth and impact on local agriculture and economy [13][30]. Industry Overview - The Xiniu Mazu Bamboo Shoot is one of the five major billion-dollar modern agricultural industries in Qingyuan, serving as a crucial pillar for agricultural efficiency and farmer income [13]. - In 2024, the comprehensive output value of the Xiniu Mazu Bamboo Shoot industry reached 10.965 billion yuan, marking it as one of the first agricultural industries in Qingyuan to surpass a hundred billion yuan in value [31][32]. - The industry supports over 170,000 workers and involves 91,000 farming households, with 789 new agricultural operating entities engaged in the Xiniu Mazu Bamboo Shoot sector [36][37]. Event Highlights - The "Bamboo Shoot King" competition took place on July 27, 2025, at Yuegui Lake Square in Yingde City, attracting a large audience and participants from various regions [4][5][30]. - The winner, a bamboo shoot from Yingde's Boluo Town, measured 173 cm in height and weighed 43.7 pounds, scoring 92.67 points [2][27]. - The competition utilized a rigorous scoring system based on appearance, weight, height, and diameter, with audience participation in the judging process [17][18]. Future Plans - Qingyuan plans to launch the 2025 Xiniu Mazu Bamboo Shoot market tasting initiative, collaborating with well-known restaurants to develop a range of dishes featuring the bamboo shoot [39][40]. - The initiative aims to enhance brand influence and expand market reach, particularly in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area [41][42].