Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the significant impact of Moutai's initiatives in promoting organic sorghum cultivation, enhancing agricultural productivity, and improving the livelihoods of local farmers through innovative agricultural practices and technology [1][5][7]. Group 1: Moutai's Agricultural Initiatives - Moutai has established over 1 million acres of organic sorghum bases in the surrounding areas, benefiting more than 200,000 local farmers [1][2]. - The company has invested 1.8 billion yuan in supporting seeds, organic fertilizers, and other materials to reduce farmers' planting costs and increase their income [3][5]. - Moutai's innovative "sorghum + insurance + futures" model provides farmers with financial security, allowing them to focus on cultivation without worrying about weather conditions [3][4]. Group 2: Technological Advancements - The introduction of the "519" seventh-generation sorghum seed has led to significant improvements, including a reduced growth period of 118 days and an increased yield of 367.55 kg per acre [5][6]. - Moutai collaborates with renowned institutions to enhance sorghum breeding technology, resulting in the development of 11 new varieties that are currently under plant variety protection application [6][7]. - The implementation of the "Red Sorghum MAP" smart agriculture management system allows real-time monitoring and optimized planting strategies, improving efficiency and reducing risks for farmers [6][7]. Group 3: Socioeconomic Impact - The cultivation of sorghum has transformed rural communities, with many young people returning from urban jobs to engage in farming, thus revitalizing local economies [4][5]. - Moutai's efforts have led to an increase in annual incomes for farmers, with some reporting earnings of 40,000 to 50,000 yuan [2][4]. - The company's commitment to agricultural development reflects its broader responsibility to support rural communities and enhance food security [7].

8月4日，乙巳年茅台红缨子高粱丰收季活动在贵州省遵义市仁怀市长岗镇茅坡村举行，赤水河畔铺展出 一幅壮美的丰收画卷。贵州茅台有机高粱种植基地内，60余万亩高粱籽粒饱满，映照着农人喜悦的脸 庞。2025年，茅台红缨子高粱再迎丰收，为茅台酒酿造提供坚实保障。 坚守：优选良种守好酿造源头关口 种子是农业的"芯片"。茅台将种子质量作为保证茅台酒品质的源头密码，积极布局酿酒原料种子领域， 朝着种业科技自立、种源自主可控的目标笃定前行，用近40年的时间选育出红缨子、红珍珠等优质高粱 品种。其中，红缨子高粱具有皮厚粒小、支链淀粉含量高达90%以上等"八高一低一适中"的特性，经 过"九蒸八酵"的严格工艺，最终为茅台酒的品质打下坚实基础。 以好种子造就好酱酒，茅台从未停止探索的脚步。茅台构建以良种优选为重心、良法配套为手段、良田 生态为基础的酿酒原料研究体系，坚持提纯复壮、系统选育、优中选优，不断优化酒用高粱品种。完善 与山地特色农业相适宜的酒用高粱品种系统选育技术体系，完成酒用高粱种质资源创新与栽培工程技术 研究中心平台建设，构建了一套完整的育种、生产、开发和利用体系，掌握了高粱种子选育关键技术， 守好酿造源头关口。贵州茅台酒 ...