Core Insights - Hunan Province's under-forest economy is performing well, with significant contributions to local income and employment [1][5][10] Economic Performance - The under-forest economy in Hunan utilizes 36.1 million acres of land, generating an annual output value of over 67 billion yuan, with forest food production exceeding 11 million tons [1] - More than 3 million people are engaged in the under-forest economy, contributing an average income of over 2,800 yuan per person annually [1] Industry Development - Hunan has developed various models for under-forest economy, including "leading enterprises + professional cooperatives + bases + forest farmers" [1] - The province has established 10 types of under-forest industries, 10 distinctive brands, and 20 key counties for development [1] Specific Crop Insights - The arrowleaf herb (淫羊藿) is a key crop, with a breeding base expected to produce 10 million seedlings annually, generating a projected output value of 20 million yuan [2] - The cultivation of arrowleaf herb can yield 10,000 to 20,000 yuan per acre annually, with a continuous harvest cycle of over 10 years [2] Financial Support Mechanisms - The "forest rights loan" initiative allows farmers to use forest management rights as collateral for loans, facilitating access to necessary funding [6][7] - This financial support has enabled companies like Green High-tech to expand production capabilities significantly [7] Regional Economic Strategies - Huaihua City has focused on developing under-forest economies centered around medicinal herbs, bamboo shoots, and konjac, with annual funding exceeding 50 million yuan for support [5] - The city has established a complete industrial chain for medicinal herbs, including breeding, ecological planting, and deep processing [5][12] Market Dynamics - The market for medicinal herbs, particularly Reishi mushrooms and arrowleaf herb, is thriving, with significant production and sales figures reported [8][9] - The Jizhou County has become a hub for the Reishi mushroom industry, with a complete supply chain from cultivation to processing [9] Future Outlook - Hunan Province aims to enhance infrastructure for the under-forest economy, addressing challenges related to production materials and product distribution [14][15] - The government plans to increase financial support and develop specialized funds to bolster the under-forest economy further [15]