Core Viewpoint - The collaboration between Guangdong and Guangxi is transforming the silkworm industry in Xincheng County, leveraging modern technology and community engagement to enhance productivity and economic growth [1][4]. Group 1: Industry Development - Xincheng County, known as the "Hometown of Silkworms," has a mulberry plantation area of approximately 260,000 acres, with 75% of farmers relying on silkworm breeding for their livelihood [1]. - The county is the second-largest silkworm-producing area in China, facing challenges such as fragmented management and outdated technology, which hindered significant improvements in industry efficiency [1][4]. - The establishment of the Xincheng Silkworm Industry Park, with a total investment of 5 billion yuan and covering 1,600 acres, aims to create a comprehensive silkworm industry chain from seedling to silk production [3]. Group 2: Technological Innovation - The introduction of a "wide and narrow row" planting method, with a row spacing of 1.5 meters, has increased mulberry leaf yield by approximately 1,000 kg per acre and reduced pest damage by over 30% [2]. - The company has implemented a "separation of planting and breeding" model, allowing farmers to sell mulberry leaves while providing labor opportunities in factories, thus transforming land into assets [2][4]. Group 3: Economic Impact - The first batch of silkworm cocoons produced in the standardized breeding facility yielded 660 kg, generating over 30,000 yuan in revenue, with the price of cocoons stabilized at 60 yuan per kg, which is 15% higher than that of individual farmers [2][3]. - The Xincheng Silkworm Industry Park is expected to consume 100,000 tons of cocoons annually, producing 15,000 tons of silk and 75 million sets of silk clothing, positioning it as the largest single silkworm industry park in the country upon full operation [3]. Group 4: Community Engagement - The establishment of the Hongdu Hongchuangxing Investment Co., Ltd. involved collaboration with 12 villages and communities, integrating 6 million yuan in funding to create a modern mulberry demonstration base [1][4]. - The return of young individuals to the agricultural sector, inspired by local entrepreneurs, is seen as vital for rural revitalization and the sustainable development of the silkworm industry [4][5].