Core Insights - The garlic industry in Jinxiang County is a significant economic driver, with the region being a global leader in garlic production [1][10] - The introduction of the new garlic variety, Jin Garlic No. 5, has led to increased yields and reduced costs for farmers, enhancing their income [2][4][6] Agricultural Developments - The new garlic variety Jin Garlic No. 5 has a growth cycle shortened by 7 to 10 days, with an average yield increase of 20% per acre [2][4] - Farmers report an average annual income increase of over 5,000 yuan per household due to the new variety [6] - The development of Jin Garlic No. 5 took nearly 15 years, focusing on traits such as cold resistance, disease resistance, and early aging resistance [4][5] Industry Growth - Jinxiang County has established 128 large-scale garlic processing enterprises, with an annual processing capacity of 1.1 million tons and a processing conversion rate of 78.88% [7] - The county's garlic and food processing industry is projected to continue growing, with a focus on high-value health products and functional foods [10] Product Innovation - The county has developed over 40 deep-processing products, significantly increasing the added value of garlic products [7] - Companies like Hongwannian and Xinnuo Food Technology are innovating in product development, focusing on quality and health standards [9][10] Future Prospects - Jinxiang County aims to strengthen its garlic industry by enhancing research and development collaborations with institutions like the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Shandong Agricultural University [10] - The county plans to expand into the health product market, leveraging its unique advantages in garlic production [10]