Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the celebration of the eighth Chinese Farmers' Harvest Festival, emphasizing the importance of agricultural tools in the evolution of farming practices and the transition from traditional to modern agricultural machinery in China [1][14]. Traditional Agricultural Tools - The China Agricultural Museum showcases over 150 ancient farming tools, categorized into four stages: plowing, sowing, managing, and harvesting, reflecting the wisdom of generations of Chinese farmers [1][13]. - The curved plow, known as the "quyuan plow," was invented during the Tang Dynasty and is still in use today, designed for the complex terrain of southern China [3]. - The "louche," an ancient sowing machine from the Western Han Dynasty, efficiently combines the processes of furrowing, sowing, and covering soil, significantly enhancing sowing efficiency [7]. - The "longgu waterwheel," developed during the Eastern Han Dynasty, was crucial for irrigation, allowing water to be lifted from lower to higher ground, essential for drought resistance in ancient agriculture [9]. - The "fan car," invented in the Han Dynasty, uses wind power to separate impurities from harvested grain, showcasing the ingenuity of ancient agricultural technology [11]. Modern Agricultural Machinery - China has become a major agricultural machinery producer, with a comprehensive mechanization rate exceeding 75% for crop farming, and the top grain-producing province, Heilongjiang, achieving over 99% mechanization [14]. - In Heilongjiang, nearly 200 high-powered harvesters are deployed for efficient corn harvesting, with one machine capable of clearing 8 rows of corn in just 15 minutes [14][16]. - The newly developed 240-horsepower unmanned harvester can directly thresh corn, improving efficiency and reducing waste [16]. - Modern harvesting techniques now allow for real-time data collection during harvest, enabling precise measurement of grain moisture and yield, which aids in future fertilization planning [18]. - The use of unmanned tractors for deep plowing at a rate of 25 acres per hour ensures consistent soil preparation, enhancing the quality of land for future planting [22][24]. - The transition from experience-based to data-driven farming practices has significantly improved the quality and efficiency of autumn grain harvesting, fostering hope for future yields [26].

Core Viewpoint - The "Agricultural Civilization Museum" in Hengbi Town, Enping City, showcases over 300 agricultural artifacts from the Ming and Qing dynasties, reflecting the unique cultural heritage of the coastal town [2][3][4]. Group 1: Museum Overview - The museum was inaugurated on July 1 and is located in Hengdong Village, Hengbi Town, Enping City [2]. - It features two exhibition halls that display artifacts chronologically, highlighting the town's agricultural history and its integration with marine culture [3][4]. Group 2: Exhibits and Themes - The museum's core theme is "Mountain-Sea Agriculture," combining marine culture with traditional farming practices through physical displays and scene recreations [4][5]. - The "Agricultural Memory" exhibition area includes traditional farming tools, such as wooden plows and iron hoes from the Qing dynasty, illustrating the origins of agricultural civilization [6][7]. Group 3: Notable Artifacts - The museum's highlights include the Longgu Waterwheel, an Eastern Han invention for irrigation, demonstrating ancient water management wisdom [9][10][11]. - Processing tools like stone mills and wind-powered machines are showcased, allowing visitors to experience traditional food processing techniques [12][13][14]. - Fishing tools such as nets and crab traps are displayed, emphasizing the intertwined nature of agriculture and marine life in the local culture [15][16]. Group 4: Educational and Economic Initiatives - The museum serves as a cultural display window and an educational base, with ongoing efforts to innovate through "traditional + technology" collaborations [17][18]. - The town is working with e-commerce platforms to develop the "Zhenhai Bay" agricultural product brand, aiming to transform the museum into a space that integrates cultural display and industrial incubation [18][19].