Core Insights - The fruit industry, represented by apples and kiwis, is identified as the most competitive and advantageous industry in Shaanxi, with projected total chain output values of 140 billion yuan for apples and 20.2 billion yuan for kiwis in 2024, contributing over 29% to the primary industry's added value [1][2] Group 1: Production Enhancements - Shaanxi has redefined 43 key fruit-growing counties and implemented a dual balance policy for arable and orchard land, promoting industry concentration in advantageous areas [1] - A "1+6+N" seedling breeding system has been established at provincial, municipal, and county levels, fostering integrated seedling enterprises and promoting efficient cultivation techniques such as the "3332" model for apples [1] - The province has created 247 provincial-level high-quality demonstration gardens to enhance production quality [1] Group 2: Post-Harvest Improvements - Shaanxi is addressing post-harvest processing challenges by enhancing cold storage, ready-to-eat processing, and intelligent sorting capabilities, with 572,000 tons of cold storage capacity and 216 intelligent sorting lines established [1] - The development of post-harvest processing centers in counties and towns is accelerating to improve supply chain stability and ensure year-round supply [1] Group 3: Market Expansion - The province is building a collaborative and integrated brand matrix, establishing a national-level apple wholesale market and regional distribution centers, enhancing the market presence of Shaanxi fruits in high-end domestic markets [2] - The online retail sales of Shaanxi fruits have reached the top position nationwide [2] Group 4: Future Development Plans - Shaanxi plans to strengthen the fruit industry chain by developing a comprehensive fruit planting area plan and focusing on key fruit varieties through pilot projects [3] - The province aims to enhance technological empowerment in the industry, including water and fertilizer integration, facility cultivation, and disaster reduction capabilities [3] - Emphasis will be placed on post-harvest processing standards and the establishment of processing centers to reduce losses and improve storage stability for new varieties [3] - The development of socialized services in the fruit industry will be prioritized to integrate small farmers into the industry chain, promoting income growth [3]