Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the efforts and challenges faced by local herders in Inner Mongolia's Alxa Right Banner in combating desertification through tree planting, particularly focusing on the role of the "Three-North" shelter forest program initiated by the government [2][3]. Group 1: Environmental Initiatives - The Alxa Right Banner is a critical area for the "Three-North" shelter forest program, aimed at combating desertification and enhancing ecological security in China [2][3]. - Since the 1970s, local communities have engaged in afforestation, grass planting, and sand fixation to expand desert control efforts [2][3]. - The government has emphasized the importance of these initiatives for national ecological safety and sustainable development [2][3]. Group 2: Community Involvement - Local herders, such as Ma Fenmei, have dedicated years to planting trees in harsh desert conditions, demonstrating resilience and commitment to environmental restoration [3][4]. - The local government has mobilized farmers and herders to participate actively in tree planting, creating a collective effort to combat desertification [4][5]. - The "work-for-relief" model has been implemented to incentivize local communities, allowing them to contract tree planting projects, thereby increasing their income [4][5]. Group 3: Government Support and Oversight - The Alxa Right Banner's disciplinary inspection and supervision agencies have prioritized the "Three-North" project, focusing on quality, progress, and integrity in project execution [3][4]. - Regular monitoring and supervision of funding for public welfare forests and "work-for-relief" wages have been established to ensure timely and accurate disbursement of funds [5][6]. - As of now, the government has ensured the payment of 4.834 million yuan in overdue project funds, safeguarding the rights of local farmers [6].
正风反腐在身边·记者百县行丨沙海植绿
Zhong Yang Ji Wei Guo Jia Jian Wei Wang Zhan·2025-08-03 00:37