Core Insights - The auction for a 300-acre aquaculture lease in Pailou Village, Xinzhou District, concluded at a record price of 240,500 yuan, significantly higher than the base price of 84,000 yuan, marking the highest bidding rounds and premium rates since the establishment of the Wuhan Agricultural Trading Center [1] - The competitive bidding process lasted for 2 hours and 13 minutes, with 125 rounds of bidding, showcasing unprecedented intensity [1] - The auction attracted multiple bidders, including external operators, indicating a shift in participation dynamics from primarily local villagers to a broader range of competitors [2] Group 1 - The winning bid for the aquaculture lease was nearly at the expected maximum price of the winning bidder, indicating strong market demand and competition [1] - The previous annual lease price for the water surface was 50,000 yuan, and the new auction price will increase village revenue by over 50,000 yuan annually [2] - The Wuhan Agricultural Trading Center underwent a restructuring in September, allowing for comprehensive rural property transactions across the province [2]