He said Beijing has about 200,000 hectares suitable for the industry, adding that using the land helps to prevent desertification.

Questions:

1. What is the empty land being used for now?

2. What is the name of the industry this report is about?

3. According to Hu Jun, each household is expected to see an income increase of how much per year?

Answers:

1. To grow mushrooms traditional Chinese medicine ingredients and for keeping poultry.

2. The industry under the green.

3. 8,000RMB.

About the broadcaster:

Lance Crayon is a videographer and editor with China Daily. Since living in Beijing he has worked for China Radio International (CRI) and Global Times. Before moving to China he worked in the film industry in Los Angeles as a talent agent and producer. He has a B.A. in English from the University of Texas at Arlington.

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