经济日报：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 Yizhi planting area in Qingsong Township has reached 41,700 acres, with an annual production of about 1,200 tons, making it the largest Yizhi planting township 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 added value by 10% to 15%, which translates to approximately 9 million yuan [5]. - The center processes over 3,000 tons of agricultural products annually, with products being sold domestically and exported to countries like Thailand, Malaysia, South Korea, and Japan [5]. Integration of Sectors - The establishment of a Li medicine experience area aims to integrate traditional Li medicine with tourism, enhancing its value and attracting visitors [6]. - The full industry chain development of Li medicine has led to significant economic benefits for local communities, with collective economic income exceeding 1 million yuan for several villages [6]. Future Outlook - The county plans to accelerate the development of the southern medicine industry, focusing on planting, processing, and integration with tourism to transform ecological advantages into sustainable economic benefits [7].