中国援布隆迪农业专家组帮助当地种植杂交水稻3800公顷 “为布隆迪农业发展注入新动力”（共创繁荣发展新时代）

Core Insights - The agricultural cooperation project between China and Burundi has significantly improved rice production in Burundi, leading to enhanced livelihoods for local farmers [1][2][3] Group 1: Agricultural Development - Chinese agricultural experts have established 76 demonstration villages in 15 major rice-producing areas, successfully breeding 7 rice varieties suitable for local conditions [2] - The area of hybrid rice cultivation has reached 3,800 hectares, resulting in an annual increase of 28,500 tons in production and an income boost of 14.25 million USD [2] - In Rutana Province, the area for hybrid rice cultivation has expanded to 900 hectares, with yields exceeding 12 tons per hectare [2][3] Group 2: Economic Impact - Farmers in Burundi have reported significant increases in income due to the introduction of hybrid rice, with yields rising from 2.5-3 tons per hectare to over 10 tons [3] - The "productive input fund" model introduced by Chinese experts has helped 134 households in Linge Four Village achieve complete poverty alleviation [3] - The Burundian government has incorporated the reliance on Chinese agricultural technology for rice production into its national agricultural development plan [3]