Stories from Kunming · China

Yunnan Province's forestry sector is facing demands for rapid stability and changes in management methods to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Developing forestry resources is identified as a long-term goal for Yunnan Province.

Huang Wen Zhong, a Chinese medicine doctor, has dedicated 30 years to cultivating camellias in Huangshan, overcoming the perception that they are difficult to grow.

The Kunming Botanical Garden in China has declared four new Yunnan camellia varieties to the state in 2025, accounting for four out of 20 new camellia varieties nationwide. In Kunming, Yunnan, advancements have been made in camellia breeding, with three varieties—Yunshang Yaopin, Yunshang Zhigui, and Yunshang Tuoyou—having obtained national variety authorization and intellectual property rights. Kunming is a center for camellia flowers, with contributions from figures like Huang Wenzhong, who dedicated 30 years to camellia development, and Liu Youtang, recognized as the "ancestor" of Kunming Botanical Garden's camellias. The Kunming Botanical Garden's 2-hectare camellia garden is deeply connected to Mr.

Upon arriving in Kunming, Zhuang Jutang inspected the camps and found Zhang Tai and Lai Ta's armies had established a 40-li long camp, which appeared well-defended.

A new high-quality small-grain coffee variety, Yunka No.

The wild herb market in Yunnan has seen prices for some products drop to around 900 yuan per kilogram, down from over 2000 yuan previously. Zhang Zhanshi, head of the marketing department at the Yunnan Mushuihua Wild Herb Trading Center, stated that increased rainfall has led to a greater supply of wild herbs in the market. Wild mushroom prices have fallen compared to previous days and are expected to continue decreasing.

Under the guidance of the State Administration for Market Regulation, Yunnan Power Grid is leveraging the National Metrology Data Construction and Application Center for green initiatives.

Police discovered a criminal gang selling dangerous items, including batteries and aluminum foil, from a factory in Kunming. The factory was reportedly operating without a permit for transporting hazardous materials.

A battery vehicle caught fire on a street in Kunming. Local authorities are conducting a thorough investigation and have implemented safety measures, including a hundred-day joint action for safety production. Environmental monitoring indicates normal air and water quality.

The Qunxing Award, the highest government award in China's mass culture sector, is presented every three years. The report mentions the upcoming 15th anniversary of the award in October 2025.