Core Insights - The article highlights the transformation of Xinjiang's cotton industry from a "cotton planting forbidden zone" to a leading cotton production area, emphasizing the role of mechanization and digital technology in this evolution [1][2][4]. Group 1: Historical Context - In 1950, cotton planting was successfully initiated in Xinjiang, marking the end of its status as a "cotton planting forbidden zone" [2]. - By the 1980s, cotton production in Xinjiang was relatively low, with laborers harvesting less than 50 kilograms of cotton per day, leading to health issues among farmers [2]. Group 2: Technological Advancements - Chen Xuegeng, an agricultural machinery expert, has been pivotal in developing key technologies such as the cotton film mulching seeder and precision drip irrigation seeder, facilitating the mechanization of cotton production [2][4]. - As of 2024, Xinjiang's cotton production is 95% mechanized, with a total output accounting for 92.2% of China's cotton production and an average yield of 154.9 kilograms per mu [4]. Group 3: Future Prospects - The future focus for Xinjiang's cotton industry includes enhancing yield and quality while developing an integrated technology system for precise breeding, standardized production, and intelligent management [5]. - Xinjiang's cotton production technologies are being exported to similar climate regions, such as Uzbekistan, indicating a growing international influence [4].
（砥砺奋进七十载 天山南北谱华章）从“植棉禁区”到“天下棉仓” 数字棉田织就新“丰景”
Zhong Guo Xin Wen Wang·2025-09-12 05:51