MCST(SZ:300355) Quan Jing Wang·2025-11-13 03:14Core Insights - The project "Theoretical Construction and Vegetation Configuration Technology of the 'Three-North' Project in the Loess Hilly Gully Region" has won the second prize of the Inner Mongolia Science and Technology Progress Award, providing new solutions for ecological challenges such as soil desiccation and vegetation survival difficulties in the region [1] Group 1 - The Loess Hilly Gully Region is a significant area for combating soil erosion, known for its severe soil and water conflicts and high sediment flow into the Yellow River, making it a challenging area for ecological restoration [1][2] - The research team has developed a systematic approach to vegetation construction based on water availability, addressing the critical question of what species to plant [2] - Selected tree species such as Mongolian willow, Leymus chinensis, and Haloxylon ammodendron have been identified for their ecological and economic value, enhancing the options for ecological restoration [2] Group 2 - New materials for soil improvement and rainwater resource utilization have been developed, including biological agents and microbial fertilizers, which are essential for the survival of selected plant species in difficult soil conditions [4] - The team has established a technical system for the restoration of degraded shrub protective forests and the improvement of low-quality protective forests, addressing the question of how to plant effectively [4] Group 3 - The integrated management model of forestry, fruit, and grass in the Loess Hilly Gully Region has been successfully promoted over 1.0276 million acres in Ordos and Hohhot, providing significant technological support for the "Three-North" project [6]