Huang Jie: Expert techniques yield quality grapes

Huang Jie has used his advanced cultivation techniques to produce premium grapes, boosting local employment in Changyong village in Liuchang town, Xifeng county, Guiyang, capital of Southwest China's Guizhou province.

Since 2010, Huang has been researching grape-growing techniques, gaining experience through training and hands-on practice.

Huang Jie checks the growth of grapes in his vineyard. [Photo/WeChat account of Xifeng county]

Considering the local soil and climate conditions, Huang gradually developed a standardized cultivation method focused on soil improvement and increasing organic matter. To date, all 25 mu (1.67 hectares) of his vineyard are managed using this approach.

Huang has shared his grape-growing expertise with local villagers, creating job opportunities for over 40 households. Each of them now benefits from steady income growth.

Huang's cultivation philosophy emphasizes enhancing flavor and quality. He improves soil conditions with organic fertilizers, such as cattle and sheep manure, and employs an automated irrigation system to precisely control temperature and humidity throughout the grapes' various growth stages.

A bountiful harvest of grapes in Huang's vineyard. [Photo/WeChat account of Xifeng county]

Huang's grapes, known for their rich flavor and juicy texture, have become a consumer favorite. In 2023, his vineyard produced 40,000 kilograms of grapes, generating more than 800,000 yuan ($112,564.32) in revenue.