Group 1 - The opening ceremony of the 2025 Yajiang Matsutake mushroom harvesting season marks a transition from traditional picking to an ecological and intelligent development of the local matsutake industry [1][2] - The event featured a blend of technology and traditional Tibetan culture, including performances and a 3D visual journey showcasing the unique ecological environment that nurtures matsutake mushrooms [1][3] - The Yajiang Matsutake Industry Association released the "Matsutake Picking Standards" and announced a "Matsutake King" contest, setting a foundation for the standardized development of the industry [2] Group 2 - Yajiang County signed contracts with companies to achieve a "closed-loop" upgrade of the matsutake industry chain, enhancing the overall development platform [2] - The establishment of the Yajiang Integrated Development Management Committee, the first county-level industrial functional area themed on "matsutake industry chain integration," will focus on spatial planning, policy integration, and resource assurance [2] - The launch of the first matsutake transport drone by SF Express highlights the application of modern logistics technology in preserving and transporting matsutake mushrooms [2] Group 3 - Yajiang, known as the "Matsutake Capital of China," produces over 1,000 tons of matsutake annually, accounting for approximately 15% of the national output, and serves as a link between ecology, development, and livelihood [3] - The county has designated 2,453 hectares as core protection areas and implements a "rotation and rest" picking system to protect the growth environment and combat illegal harvesting [3] - Yajiang aims to integrate its natural gifts with rich cultural experiences, inviting visitors to explore its unique culinary and tourism offerings [4]

Economic Development - The GDP growth rate of Yajiang County has ranked first in the state for four consecutive years, earning titles such as "Fastest Progress County" and "Significant Progress in High-Quality Development" in the province [1] - Yajiang County is rich in resources, with over 10 million kilowatts of hydropower potential and the largest spodumene lithium mine in Asia [1] Clean Energy Initiatives - Yajiang is leveraging its resource advantages by integrating clean energy with computing power and energy storage, following a "1+1>2" strategy [1] - The county has a planned photovoltaic capacity of 12 million kilowatts and hydropower capacity of 10 million kilowatts, with 5.3 million kilowatts already installed and 2.5 million kilowatts under construction [1] Agricultural Development - Yajiang is known as the "Hometown of Matsutake" and is expanding its mushroom industry by developing various products, including Matsutake sashimi and pizza, enhancing its agricultural tourism [2] - The county aims for a transaction volume of 1,530 tons and a value of 450 million yuan for edible mushrooms in 2024, with a digital platform for Matsutake that ensures freshness delivery nationwide within 48 hours [2] Mining Industry - Yajiang is focusing on developing its lithium mining sector into a "billion-dollar leading industry" while balancing economic growth with environmental protection [2] - The county has established partnerships with major companies like CATL and Tianqi Lithium to enhance its lithium processing capabilities [3]