Stories from Chiayi · Taiwan

Health Department officials conducted an inspection and enforcement operation in Chiayi. Two individuals were issued fixed fine notices for possessing herbal cigarettes in Chiayi.

Peach picking prices in Taiwan are currently set between 180 and 250 TWD per unit depending on size.

Fruit harvesting in the Alishan region is expected to begin in May, following a delay of 10 to 15 days compared to previous years. Peach and plum harvests in the Alishan region are maturing 10 to 15 days later than usual due to insufficient rainfall. Owner Fang Jin-can of Miyata Tourist Orchard in the Alishan mountains is using mountain spring water to irrigate peach trees to mitigate low rainfall. Owner Zeng Jincan of Miyata Tourist Orchard in the Alishan mountains reported that fruit quality and yield are at risk due to low rainfall.