Core Viewpoint - The 8th Yangtze River Three Gorges (Liangping) Pomelo Industry Development Conference was held in Liangping District, Chongqing, focusing on the high-quality development of the Liangping pomelo industry, with participation from academicians, experts, and industry stakeholders [1][4]. Group 1: Industry Development - Liangping pomelo has a long history, once being a tribute fruit during the Qing Dynasty, and is recognized as one of China's three major pomelos alongside Guangxi's Shatian pomelo and Fujian's Wendan pomelo due to its fragrant and plump fruit [2]. - The planting area of Liangping pomelo has reached 158,000 acres, with a comprehensive online and offline output value exceeding 3 billion yuan, indicating its strong market presence both domestically and internationally [2]. - The Liangping District is committed to prioritizing agricultural and rural development, contributing to rural revitalization and positioning the pomelo as a "golden fruit" for farmers' income [2]. Group 2: Technological Innovation and Support - The development of the Liangping pomelo industry relies on technological empowerment and innovation, with ongoing efforts in variety improvement, standard planting, and green pest control [4]. - The China Food Science and Technology Society aims to enhance research in nutritional functions, processing techniques, preservation technology, and quality safety control for pomelo products, providing robust technological support for the industry [4]. - Liangping District plans to deepen cooperation with academicians, experts, and research institutions to enhance variety cultivation, quality improvement, and brand building, aiming to transform the pomelo into a significant industry [4]. Group 3: Product Development - Driven by technological innovation, Liangping District has developed a range of high-value-added products, including pomelo juice, pomelo jelly, pomelo soft candy, pomelo lozenges, and pomelo craft beer [7]. - The high-quality development of the entire pomelo industry chain is envisioned to create a harmonious picture of "prosperous industry, beautiful countryside, and wealthy farmers" [7].