海南白沙：点绿成金生态富民

Core Viewpoint - Hainan's Baisha Li Autonomous County is focusing on the development of the southern medicine industry while balancing ecological protection and livelihood improvement, positioning southern medicine as a key industry for local economic growth [1][2]. Industry Development - The county has implemented the "Baisha Li Medicine Protection and Development Regulations," which includes 18 articles detailing government responsibilities, management systems, talent cultivation, and inheritance related to Li medicine [2]. - Baisha County has designated southern medicine as its leading industry, with significant financial investments, including nearly 30 million yuan in rural revitalization funds for under-forest planting [2][3]. - The area has established a standardized demonstration base for the planting of Yizhi (a type of southern medicine) covering 5,700 acres, which has expanded to a scale of approximately 10,000 acres in surrounding towns [3]. Economic Impact - The annual production of Yizhi in Qingsong Township is about 1,200 tons, making it the largest township for Yizhi cultivation in China [3]. - The county is also cultivating various southern medicine species, including Yizhi (125,000 acres), and has expanded its edible fungus planting base to 13,000 acres, generating an annual output value exceeding 158 million yuan [3]. Value Chain and Processing - A southern medicine sorting center has been established to enhance the processing of agricultural products, increasing their value by 10% to 15%, with an estimated added value of 9 million yuan [4][5]. - The center can dry over 3,000 tons of agricultural products annually, with products sold to major markets in China and exported to countries like Thailand, Malaysia, and Japan [4][5]. Integration of Sectors - The establishment of a Li medicine experience area aims to integrate traditional medicine with tourism, enhancing the value of Li medicine and attracting visitors [6]. - The county has seen significant economic benefits from the development of the Li medicine industry, with collective economic income exceeding 1 million yuan for several villages and providing temporary employment for over 60,000 people [6][7]. Future Outlook - The county plans to accelerate the development of the southern medicine industry, focusing on sustainable practices that convert ecological advantages into economic benefits [7].