CHONGQING (CQNEWS) -- Workers at the lotus root base in Wangjia Community, Yantai Town, Dianjiang County, were busy pickling and processing fresh lotus root slices on October 9.

In recent years, Yantai Town has cultivated over 2,000 mu of lotus root, turning it into a signature industry for the area. This initiative includes the establishment of processing factories to enhance the added value of the products. As a result, lotus roots have gained popularity across Sichuan and Chongqing. Moreover, the town has actively promoted the integrated development of agriculture, culture, and tourism, creating a vibrant new business model that allows visitors to enjoy flower viewing in summer and participate in lotus root harvesting in autumn. This strategy not only benefits the local economy but also emphasizes ecological sustainability. (Photographed by Gong Changhao / Visual Chongqing) 

(Translated by Yuki, Fathom Language Limited)