Kiwifruit harvest season is in full swing in Yunfeng town, Guangyuan, Sichuan province. Under sunny skies, villagers are hard at work picking the fruit, creating a bustling atmosphere of prosperity.

Villagers busy harvesting kiwifruit in Yunfeng town, Cangxi county, Guangyuan, Sichuan province. [Photo provided to cngy.gov.cn]

In the Sanhe Village Kiwifruit Industrial Park, the thick vines are laden with ripe kiwifruit, their weight bending the branches as the fruits emit a sweet and inviting fragrance.

"Our industrial park has been in operation for 11 years," said Zhong Tailin, a resident of the town's Sanhe village.

"I'm grateful to be able to earn a living close to home."

In the park's nearby sorting facility, villagers expertly sort, clean and package freshly picked kiwifruit, preparing them for shipment to major cities like Hangzhou, Chengdu and Chongqing.

To maintain high standards of quality, the industrial park has followed ecological management principles for a number of years, relying on manual harvesting methods. This approach has made the Yunfeng kiwifruit a favorite in the marketplace, driving both production and sales. The park's success not only increases profits but also creates jobs for villagers.

In recent years, agricultural industries have played a pivotal role in advancing rural revitalization efforts in Yunfeng. By tapping into its natural resources and providing policy support and technical guidance, the town has significantly improved its economic output, resulting in rising incomes for farmers year-on-year.

This year, 3,680 mu (245.3 hectares) of kiwifruit were planted in Yunfeng, and the crop is flourishing, with an estimated yield of more than 1,100 tons and projected economic benefits of around 10 million yuan ($1.41 million).