Core Insights - The under-forest economy in Guangxi has achieved an average annual growth rate of 6% since the 14th Five-Year Plan, with a total output value reaching 138.8 billion yuan by the end of 2024, ranking third in the country [1][6] - The development of the under-forest economy has benefited over 12 million forest farmers, with an average annual income increase of over 4,000 yuan per person [1][4] Summary by Category Economic Performance - By the end of 2024, the area utilized for under-forest economic activities in Guangxi will reach 70.77 million acres, with an output value of 138.8 billion yuan [1] - The under-forest planting sector contributes over 41 billion yuan (30.1% of total output), while the under-forest breeding sector accounts for over 52 billion yuan (37.9%), and collection and processing contribute over 22 billion yuan (16.5%) [1][4] Industry Development - The under-forest economy includes diverse activities such as under-forest planting, breeding, product collection and processing, and forest landscape utilization [2] - The Qipao Forest Farm has developed a demonstration area for under-forest economy, achieving nearly 300 million yuan in output during the 14th Five-Year Plan [2][3] Agricultural Practices - Key under-forest planting products include medicinal herbs like Camellia sinensis and various forest foods, with significant cultivation in counties like Rongshui and Ziyuan [3][4] - The breeding sector primarily focuses on poultry, pigs, cattle, sheep, and bees, with significant production in cities like Cengxi [4] Financial Support and Policy - Guangxi has implemented various policies to promote the transformation and upgrading of the under-forest economy, including financial products like "Medicinal Material Loans" and "Forest Economy Loans" [5][6] - Since 2016, a total of 358 million yuan has been allocated for under-forest economic development, attracting nearly 900 million yuan in capital [5][6] Future Outlook - The Central Committee has emphasized the importance of developing the under-forest economy to strengthen the forestry and grass industry, with plans to enhance policy support and optimize production and supply chains by 2030 [6]