Group 1: Soybean Production in Heilongjiang - Heilongjiang Heihe is a major soybean production area in China, with a stable planting area of approximately 2 million acres and an annual yield of around 5 billion jin [1] - The spring sowing work for soybeans has commenced, with notable advancements in agricultural machinery, including a locally developed precision seeder [3][5] - The precision seeder utilizes a vacuum suction method to ensure uniform planting depth and spacing, achieving a seedling emergence rate of over 98% [7] - Collaboration with agricultural research institutions, such as Northeast Agricultural University, provides technical guidance to farmers throughout the planting process [7] - The region has 18 seed companies with an annual breeding area exceeding 1.3 million acres, holding 98 proprietary soybean varieties [7] Group 2: High-Quality Soybean Varieties - The local soybean varieties being planted have a protein content exceeding 43%, making them suitable for high-value processing [9] - Specific varieties include those with high yield potential, averaging 430 jin per acre, and varieties suitable for fresh consumption and bean sprout production [9] - The promotion of high-quality soybean varieties supports farmers in meeting market demands and enhances overall agricultural productivity [9] Group 3: Rice Planting in Heilongjiang - In Heilongjiang's Suibin County, rice planting has begun across over 1.8 million acres, with 270,000 acres already completed [13] - The rice seedlings are being carefully prepared and transported for planting, showcasing efficient agricultural practices [11] Group 4: Innovative Crop Intercropping in Shanxi - In Shanxi's Hejin, a new intercropping model of wheat and chili peppers is being implemented to enhance food security and farmer income [14][16] - This model allows for the simultaneous cultivation of wheat and chili peppers, optimizing resource use and improving crop yields [16] Group 5: Vegetable Production in Ningxia - Ningxia is a key area for cool-season vegetables, with a significant production of菜心 (vegetable heart), which is now being harvested and marketed [19] - The vegetable production area remains stable at around 500,000 acres, with an annual output of approximately 2 million tons, generating a value of about 5 billion yuan [23]