Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the transformation of the lotus farming industry in Jianing County, Fujian, through cooperative farming and technological advancements, leading to increased productivity and income for farmers [2][5]. - Jianing County, known as the "Hometown of Lotus," has a rich history of lotus cultivation, with the local variety, Jianing White Lotus, gaining national recognition and becoming a significant agricultural brand [2][3]. - The establishment of the Honglei Lotus Planting Professional Cooperative in 2018 has allowed farmers to benefit from contract farming, ensuring stable prices for their produce, thus improving their bargaining power [2][3]. Group 2 - By 2025, Jianing County aims to stabilize lotus planting area at 50,000 acres, with the establishment of multiple cultivation zones and the formation of over 50 key lotus planting villages [3]. - The introduction of modern processing equipment has streamlined lotus seed processing, enhancing product quality and increasing farmers' income through value-added products [5]. - The county has developed over 40 lotus-related products, with a total industry chain output value reaching 2.743 billion yuan, and tourism integration contributing over 1 billion yuan annually [5].