Core Viewpoint - The introduction of 800,000 fry of Hehua carp marks a significant step in promoting the Hehua carp industry in Qingyuan, enhancing local agricultural practices and economic benefits [1][2][3]. Group 1: Industry Development - Qingyuan Agricultural Technology Promotion Service Center has successfully delivered over 3,000 pounds of Hehua carp fry, each measuring 5 centimeters, to the Lian Nan Yao Autonomous County [2][3]. - The initiative is expected to promote integrated rice-fish farming across more than 300 acres, directly benefiting over 30 households [3][4]. - Hehua carp is a local specialty fish with high ecological adaptability and significant economic value, making it a strategic focus for local agricultural development [6][7]. Group 2: Breeding and Standards - Since 2019, the Qingyuan Agricultural Promotion Center has collected and preserved over 2,000 indigenous Hehua carp broodstock, establishing a modern breeding facility to support large-scale breeding [7][8]. - A local standard for Hehua carp was released in July 2024, covering the entire process from breeding to cultivation [10][11]. - The survival rate of the fry has exceeded 95% following scientific breeding practices [12]. Group 3: Economic Impact - The initiative aligns with the "Hundred Million Thousand Project" in Guangdong, which supports local specialty industries in minority areas [13][14]. - The Lian Nan demonstration area achieved a production value exceeding 10,000 yuan per acre in 2024, establishing itself as a benchmark for ecological agriculture in the province [14][15]. - In 2025, technical training will be conducted in Lian Shan, with an expected farmer participation rate of 80% [15]. Group 4: Ecological Benefits - The introduction of Hehua carp is expected to reduce pesticide usage by 30% and replace 10% of chemical fertilizers through natural processes [26][28]. - The integrated rice-fish farming model can increase per-acre output value to over three times that of traditional planting, reaching a level of 10,000 yuan [27][28]. - The system's carbon sequestration capability is enhanced by 15% compared to single-crop planting, promoting a balance of economic, ecological, and social benefits [28].

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs has issued a notice to promote the high-quality development of the rice-fish integrated farming industry, aiming to achieve more efficient farming models, greener production, better quality assurance, and increased typical examples of rural prosperity within three to five years [2][3]. Group 1: Policy Implementation - The notice emphasizes the goal of advancing the rice-fish integrated farming model, which is expected to enhance efficiency and sustainability in agricultural practices [2][3]. - The local government in Daping Town, Qingyuan, Guangdong, has quickly responded to the policy by initiating the "Rice Field Fish + N" diversified farming model trial [5][6]. Group 2: Experimental Details - The trial involves a demonstration plot of 5 acres, where various species such as 200 Chinese soft-shelled turtles, 5,000 Australian freshwater crayfish, 10,000 Macrobrachium rosenbergii, 1,000 tiger frogs, and 20,000 loaches have been introduced [9][10]. - The "Rice Field Fish + N" model focuses on the local rice fish, Hehua Li, as the main species, while diversifying with other aquaculture species to optimize benefits and promote effective farming practices [12][13][14]. Group 3: Expected Outcomes - The initiative is seen as a proactive practice in line with the Ministry's requirements for promoting the rice-fish model, which is expected to enhance the traditional rice-fish structure and contribute to local cultural tourism experiences [15][16]. - The local agricultural expert expresses hope that the diversified rice-fish farming model will serve as a demonstration for optimizing and upgrading local industries [17][18].