从“沙进人退”到“沙里淘金” 沙漠中种出绿色富民“聚宝盆”

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the efforts of the residents of Wenaletai Kushi Village in Xinjiang to combat desertification and transform their environment through a combination of ecological and economic strategies [1][8]. Group 1: Desertification Combat Efforts - The village is surrounded by the Taklamakan Desert, with over 20 square kilometers of land affected by desertification, prompting a "home defense battle" against encroaching sand [1][3]. - The first secretary of the Kashgar region's forestry bureau, Dai Zhigang, has been actively leading sand prevention and control efforts since 2023, guiding villagers in land leveling and large-scale afforestation [3][6]. - The initial sand control methods were adapted from surrounding areas, leading to a combined strategy of "biological sand control + engineering sand fixation" [6]. Group 2: Implementation and Results - The villagers have successfully created over 2,800 acres of artificial protective forest and established more than 500 acres of grass grids since March 2024 [6]. - The village has also begun experimenting with planting economic crops such as "desert ginseng" (Cistanche deserticola) in the newly established forests, with the first harvest occurring this year [8][10]. - A total of 920 acres have been planned for experimental forestry, including various economic crops like apricots, pistachios, and other plants, aiming to enhance economic benefits from the desert [10]. Group 3: Economic Impact - The sand industry in the village is projected to create stable employment for 29 individuals and temporary jobs for 640 people by the first half of 2025, generating an additional income of 544,000 yuan [10]. - The transformation from "sand encroachment" to "sand reclamation" and ultimately to "gold mining from sand" reflects the villagers' hard work and innovative spirit in improving their living conditions [10].