A villager makes traditional handmade noodles in Xiaochuan town, Chengxian county, Longnan, Gansu province on Dec 12. [Photo provided to gogansu.com]

In the cold winter season, noodle production and sales are booming in Xiaochuan town of Chengxian county, Longnan, Gansu province. Villagers are taking advantage of the clear weather to produce and sun-dry their handmade noodles to meet market demand.

The handmade noodles from Xiaochuan town are crafted using traditional techniques, entirely made by hand with meticulous care. These noodles are as fine as silk threads, delicately hollow in the middle, and have become popular among consumers for their exceptional quality.

In recent years, while preserving their traditional craftsmanship, the town has taken a market-oriented approach to development. They've implemented a "family workshop plus farmer households" model to vigorously expand their distinctive handmade noodle industry. This initiative has effectively increased farmers' income and contributed to rural revitalization.