Farmers harvest Polygonum capitatum that is used in traditional Chinese medicine. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
It has also started to plant Polygonum capitatum, which is used in traditional Chinese medicine and has drought resistance, short growth cycles and high economic value.
A total of 86 hectares of Polygonum capitatum has been planted this year, and the more than 200 villagers working at the plantation can make 80 yuan ($12) per day.