Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the dual approach of "breaking and establishing" in the development of rural collective economy in Jiangmen, highlighting the need for reform and innovation to revitalize resources and enhance economic growth [4][5][6]. Group 1: Breaking the Status Quo - Jiangmen's rural areas face significant challenges with many resources remaining "asleep," with a notable portion of collective assets being underutilized [11][12]. - The solution involves deepening the "three transformations" reform, which includes transforming resources into assets, funds into shares, and farmers into shareholders, thereby activating dormant resources [13]. - Successful examples include Shuyun Village in Heshan City, which revitalized idle land and water resources to generate an additional income of approximately 1.85 million yuan through eco-tourism [14][15]. Group 2: Establishing New Mechanisms - A new rural property transaction system is being constructed to facilitate the flow of collective assets, ensuring that all available resources are utilized effectively [16][17]. - The focus is on empowering farmers' rights and ensuring they benefit from economic reforms, thus enhancing internal motivation for collective economic development [19][20]. Group 3: Addressing Industry Fragmentation - Jiangmen's rural economy has long been characterized by small-scale, fragmented production, which limits market integration and value addition [24][25]. - The approach to breaking this fragmentation involves integrating production through models like "village collective + cooperative + farmers," enabling scale operations [27]. - The establishment of a new system that integrates primary, secondary, and tertiary industries is crucial, leveraging local resources to promote deep integration of agriculture with tourism and culture [31][32]. Group 4: Talent Development - Talent shortages pose a significant challenge, with many rural areas experiencing a brain drain and a lack of professional skills [37][38]. - Innovative talent mechanisms are needed, including training local leaders and attracting diverse talent such as university graduates and veterans to participate in collective economic development [39][41]. - A diversified talent support system is being developed to enhance local capabilities and ensure that rural areas become attractive for talent [42][44]. Group 5: Governance Improvement - Inefficient governance structures hinder the development of collective economies, with issues like poor asset management and unfair profit distribution [48][50]. - Improving governance requires establishing clear organizational rules and enhancing financial management practices to ensure accountability [52][54]. - The adoption of digital governance models using modern technologies can transform management practices, as demonstrated by the implementation of an online points management system in Wanhe Village [56][58]. Group 6: Path Dependency and Innovation - Many rural economies rely on outdated models, such as resource leasing or excessive dependence on policy support, which limits sustainable development [70][71]. - Innovative development models are being explored, including resource development, property management, and service-oriented income generation [73][75]. - A diversified development framework is essential, allowing villages to choose growth paths based on local resources and conditions, as seen in successful cases across Jiangmen [76][78].

Core Insights - Guangdong is recognized as a "vegetable kingdom" due to its diverse climate and geography, making it one of the richest regions in China for vegetable varieties [4][5]. Group 1: Regional Characteristics - The region benefits from a warm and humid climate, with unique red and sandy soils that support a wide range of geographical indication agricultural products [4][5]. - The local vegetables play a significant role in the culinary culture, contributing to the essence of Cantonese cuisine [6][8]. Group 2: Featured Vegetables - **Du Juan Bitter Melon**: A geographical indication product from Jiangmen, known for its unique shape and sweet taste, with over 20 culinary uses [14][18]. - **Honey Pumpkin**: Grown in western Guangdong, it is known for its sweet taste and storage qualities, making it a staple in autumn and winter dishes [19][22]. - **Buddha's Hand Melon**: Widely cultivated in northern Guangdong, it is versatile in cooking and reflects the local culinary philosophy [23][25]. - **Shui Dong Mustard**: Famous for its crisp texture and mild flavor, it is grown in sandy soil and is recognized for its quality through geographical indication [26][28]. - **Zengcheng Late Vegetable Heart**: Known for its sweetness and thickness, it is harvested in winter and has evolved into a high-end ingredient [29][32]. - **Lianzhou Vegetable Heart**: Grown in high-altitude areas, it becomes sweeter after frost and is a seasonal delicacy in the Greater Bay Area [33][35].

Core Insights - The article highlights the inclusion of Chengcun Oyster from Yangjiang in the 2025 Guangdong Specialty Ingredients TOP 20 list, ranking 12th with a Golden List Index of 82.15 [3][4]. Group 1: Industry Overview - The 2025 Guangdong Specialty Ingredients TOP 20 list was announced at the third China International (Foshan) Prepared Dishes Industry Conference held in Shunde [2]. - The list reflects the influence and reputation of ingredients in the Guangdong market, calculated based on four key indicators: media dissemination, export performance, cultural influence, and e-commerce market performance, with a maximum score of 100 [13][15]. Group 2: Chengcun Oyster Specifics - Chengcun Oyster is a specialty product from Chengcun Town, Yangxi County, Yangjiang, known for its high protein content, low cholesterol, and sweet taste, earning it the nickname "sea milk" [5][6]. - The annual output value of Chengcun Town's oyster farming exceeds 700 million yuan, and it is recognized as a "National Standardized Demonstration Zone for Nearshore Oyster Hanging Culture" [9][10]. - Chengcun Oyster has a nearly 200-year history of cultivation and has recently adopted innovative techniques to enhance production, leading to a standardized, scaled, and industrialized approach in the oyster farming sector [10][11].

Core Insights - The 2025 Guangdong Specialty Food List TOP20 has been released, with Fengkai Xinghua Chicken successfully making the list, ranking 11th with a score of 82.36 [5][10][11] Group 1: Event Overview - The third China International (Foshan) Prepared Food Industry Conference was officially launched in Shunde, known as the "World Food Capital" [2][4] - The event gathered around 300 participants, including representatives from various agricultural departments, suppliers, distributors, and foreign guests to discuss new opportunities in the industry [4] Group 2: Specialty Food List - The TOP20 list was created based on four key indicators: media dissemination, export performance, cultural influence, and e-commerce market performance, with scores ranging from 0 to 100 [6][7] - The top ten foods include: 1. Zhanjiang Prawn - 86.17 2. Shunde Mullet - 85.47 3. Taishan Eel - 85.00 4. Xiniu Mazu Bamboo Shoot - 83.88 5. Zengcheng Chih Choy - 83.58 6. Zhongshan Shiqi Pigeon - 83.46 7. Duanruan Bitter Melon - 83.04 8. Shaoguan Nanhsiang Duck - 82.81 9. Shunde Grass Wans - 82.69 10. Chengshui Jing Aoni - 82.59 [8] Group 3: Fengkai Xinghua Chicken - Fengkai Xinghua Chicken is one of Guangdong's three famous chickens, recognized as a national geographical indication product with a breeding history of over 500 years [12][13] - The chicken is known for its unique characteristics, including "glass skin" and "cane sugar bone," and has earned titles such as "Thousand-Year Tribute Chicken" and "Top Scholar Chicken" [13][14] - The economic impact of Fengkai Xinghua Chicken is significant, with a total output value of 2.38 billion yuan, over 17 million chickens raised, and an annual production of 40 million chicks, benefiting more than 3,700 farming households [17][18][19]