Core Viewpoint - Guangdong is advancing its agricultural modernization through innovative technologies and strategic initiatives, aiming to transform traditional agriculture into smart agriculture, enhancing productivity and efficiency across the agricultural value chain [1][3][6]. Group 1: Agricultural Modernization Initiatives - The "Yue Qiang Seed Core" and "Yue Qiang Agricultural Equipment" projects are key components of Guangdong's action plan to lead agricultural innovation and upgrade the entire agricultural chain [1][6]. - By 2024, the contribution rate of agricultural technology progress in Guangdong is expected to exceed 73%, with major crop seed coverage reaching 98% and comprehensive mechanization rates for rice exceeding 80% [1][3]. Group 2: Technological Advancements - Guangdong is at the forefront of smart agriculture, with significant advancements in unmanned farms and agricultural machinery, including the largest unmanned rice farm in the province, achieving a yield of 600 kg per mu [3][4]. - The province hosts over 30% of the country's drone companies, fostering leading enterprises in smart agricultural equipment manufacturing [3]. Group 3: Marine and Aquaculture Development - Guangdong is enhancing its marine aquaculture capabilities, with deep-sea cage farming and factory farming production doubling over three years, further solidifying its national leadership in this sector [1][4]. - The province has established a modern marine ranching model, integrating various services and technologies to boost marine resource utilization [4][5]. Group 4: Industry Cluster Development - Guangdong is forming large-scale modern agricultural industry clusters, with total agricultural output value projected to reach 970.12 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 3.8% [1][6]. - The province aims to cultivate two trillion-level modern marine ranching and deep processing clusters, alongside numerous billion-level and hundred-billion-level industry clusters [8]. Group 5: Seed Industry and Innovation - Guangdong has gathered 63 top breeding teams to drive breakthroughs in seed technology, achieving significant advancements in marine species breeding and rice cultivation [6][7]. - The province's "Yue Qiang Seed Core" initiative coordinates resources and innovation across various cities, enhancing the overall agricultural production and processing capabilities [6][7].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes the role of technology workers in serving national strategies and public needs, showcasing innovation in various fields such as deep space exploration and marine engineering [1][4]. - The FAST project, led by a team under the guidance of Qian Hongliang, faced significant technical challenges, including the construction of a 500-meter aperture telescope, which was successfully completed after eight years of research and development [3][4]. - The team has expanded its research focus to include deep-sea aquaculture and high-speed rail safety, contributing to over 30 research projects and publishing more than 100 papers, along with 25 authorized patents [4][5]. Group 2 - Qian Hongliang emphasizes the importance of a four-point cultivation system for innovative talent, which includes political literacy, innovative ability, international vision, and humanistic spirit [5][6]. - He advises young scientists to maintain a clear direction aligned with national strategic needs, cultivate individuality through critical thinking, and work collaboratively within teams to achieve significant outcomes [6]. - The integration of personal innovation with national demands is highlighted as a key factor for technology workers to realize their value and contribute to the construction of a technology-driven province [6].