Core Insights - The 2025 National Black Tea Technology Innovation and Industry Integration Development Conference was held in Yibin, Sichuan, focusing on "Innovative Integration and Green Intelligent Manufacturing" to guide the future development of China's black tea industry [1][2] - Sichuan aims to achieve a tea output value of 60 billion yuan and a comprehensive output value exceeding 200 billion yuan by 2030, establishing itself as a modern tea industry stronghold [1][2] - Yibin, with a rich tea culture and over 1.3 million mu of tea gardens, has a dry tea annual output of approximately 114,500 tons and a comprehensive annual output value exceeding 36 billion yuan [2] Industry Development - The conference showcased significant technological achievements in black tea, including advancements in genomic research, variety cultivation, and eco-friendly production methods [3] - Experts reached a consensus on the importance of technological innovation for the high-quality development of the black tea industry, issuing a proposal to strengthen innovation and develop new production capabilities [3] - The integration of technology and industry is crucial for the development of the black tea sector, with various strategic cooperation agreements signed between research institutions and local governments [4] Company Initiatives - The Chuanhong Tea Industry Group, leveraging the Wuliangye brand, is driving high-quality development through a "tea-wine integration" model and focusing on green management systems [5] - The company has developed innovative products, such as the "Changjiang Red" compressed black tea, and is expanding its offerings to meet consumer demands for healthy and diverse tea products [5] - Future collaborations are anticipated to enhance the market presence of black tea in northern regions, reflecting a growing demand for high-quality products [5] Future Outlook - Wuliangye Group, as a major supporter of the Sichuan black tea industry, plans to continue leveraging its brand and resources to empower the Chuanhong Tea Industry Group and contribute to the establishment of Sichuan as a modern tea industry stronghold [6]