一线调研｜给阿克苏苹果“建网”！“冰糖心”风险减量正落到实处

Core Insights - The introduction of hail nets in the Aksu region has significantly reduced the economic losses from hail damage to the "Ice Sugar Heart" apples, a key agricultural product in Xinjiang [1][7]. Group 1: Hail Net Implementation - The Aksu region has initiated a pilot project for hail net construction, funded 60% by insurance companies and 40% by farmers, aimed at reducing losses from hail damage [1][4]. - The cost of building a hail net is approximately 7,000 yuan per acre, which was previously seen as a significant barrier for farmers [4][6]. - The pilot project plans to cover about 500 acres annually over five years, with a total budget of 16.6 million yuan [4][7]. Group 2: Economic Impact - Farmers have reported saving over 10,000 yuan per acre due to the protection provided by hail nets during severe hailstorms [2][6]. - In a recent severe hailstorm, the economic losses in the Aksu region were estimated at over 200 million yuan, but the hail nets helped mitigate losses by at least 10 million yuan [7][8]. - The average annual economic loss from hail in the Aksu region has been over 300 million yuan, with some years reaching nearly 500 million yuan [8][9]. Group 3: Agricultural Significance - The apple industry in the Aksu region is a crucial pillar for local income, with the area dedicated to apple cultivation covering 188,900 acres [5]. - The unique climatic conditions of the Aksu region contribute to the high quality of "Ice Sugar Heart" apples, making it a significant agricultural product for Xinjiang [5][6]. - The introduction of hail nets has encouraged farmers to adopt more proactive disaster prevention measures, enhancing the overall resilience of the apple industry [5][6]. Group 4: Insurance and Risk Management - The insurance company has invested approximately 100 million yuan over five years in the hail net project, addressing the issue of insufficient individual farmer investment [7][9]. - The collaboration between insurance and meteorological services has been crucial in reducing direct economic losses from hail damage, with an estimated reduction of 390 million yuan over three years [8][9]. - The integration of "meteorology + insurance" strategies has proven effective in managing agricultural risks associated with hailstorms [8][9].