Core Insights - Qichun County, known as "China's Ai Capital," has a strong medicinal culture and has seen significant economic growth driven by the Qichun Ai industry, which employs around 300,000 people [1][2] - The Qichun Ai industry cluster achieved a total industrial output value of 16.306 billion yuan in 2014, with a year-on-year growth of 27.12% [1] Industry Development - The Qichun Ai industry has evolved from raw material to over 1,200 processed products, including daily chemicals, medical, and health products [4] - The establishment of the Li Shizhen Traditional Chinese Medicine Trading Center and the 7S Qichun Ai Public Service Platform has improved quality control and market efficiency [5][6] - The Qichun Ai industry has seen a significant increase in market participants, with over 4,000 companies and 1,500 new market entities in the last three years [4] Technological Advancements - New Qichun Ai varieties have been developed, enhancing yield and oil extraction rates, with ongoing research for further product innovation [3] - The introduction of AI technology in products, such as the "Guo Jiu Xiao Bao" smart moxibustion robot, has gained market attention, with hundreds sold this year [4] Market Dynamics - The Qichun Ai industry has established pricing power through standardized practices and a unified service model for farmers, leading to doubled earnings per acre [5][6] - E-commerce and live streaming have become vital sales channels, with projected online sales of Qichun Ai products reaching 5.7 billion yuan in 2024 [6] Logistics and Supply Chain - Enhanced logistics capabilities, including direct rail transport, have reduced delivery times and costs, significantly benefiting local businesses [7] - The Qichun Ai supply chain is being developed to integrate various aspects of production, quality control, and sales, aiming for a brand value of 16 billion yuan [8] Tourism and Wellness Integration - Qichun is expanding its industry matrix to include cultural tourism and wellness, with a notable increase in tourist numbers and revenue [9]