In 2017, Dong Yi, the local farmer, went to learn about asparagus cultivation with the company's technical staff in east China's Shandong Province. He learned about weeding and fertilizing there, and returned home to train other villagers. By commanding new techniques and with hard work, farmers like Dong saw the potential of the industry after reaping a good harvest.

"This year we will have another bumper harvest," he said. "Currently, more than 200 villagers are toiling in the fields."

The success of Xiamaguan Township has permeated to other villages, according to local officials. In the past, many farmers left home for big cities for decent-paying jobs, but now they stay in their hometown and attend to the asparagus.

Dong Yi said the asparagus is in high demand, with orders from buyers in the provinces of Shandong and Guangdong. Many of the buyers purchased the crop online.

"When the harvest season comes in January, we will rake in more than 150,000 yuan per hectare," he said.

The asparagus industry has also brought environmental benefits, including less sandy areas and more moist air, in addition to the economic boost.

"We hope to bring more farmers into the industry," said Party official Dong Zhanping. "The plant has truly changed lives here."

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