Gene bank for wild species promotes biodiversity with economic benefits in southwest China

Among the many conservation efforts undertaken by Yunnan Province in southwest China, its wildlife bank stands out for improving the area’s biodiversity and bringing benefits visible to the local people.

Known for its biodiversity, Yunnan Province in southwestern China has many nicknames — fauna, flora, and garden of the world.

In its efforts to protect its incredibly diverse wildlife, one of the province’s proudest achievements is the world’s second largest wildlife bank, established the provincial capital Kunming 17 years ago.

As of this year, the bank has collected and stored more than 20,000 types of wild germs – genes found in reproductive cells or plant cells.

“The bank is made up of five major sections including seeds, in vitro plant materials, plant DNA, biological materials, and animal biological resources,” said Yi Tingshuang, director. of the Germplasm Bank of Wild Species in Southwest China.

The discovery, research and protection of biological resources are considered very important for the conservation of biodiversity.

Studies on other viruses have even shown potential therapeutic effects in cancer treatment.

“We have saved a lot of germplasm resources, the next step is to focus on how to use them effectively to meet the important needs of the country and benefit people. This area needs to be strengthened and needs development more,” said Yi.

For many years, China has been a pioneer in encouraging the public to participate in wildlife conservation. Guiding citizens to take advantage of the economic benefits of conservation efforts is a key factor.

“For example, we can give our seeds to the local people, telling them that the seeds we have planted have high medicinal value. By encouraging them to plant these seeds instead of harvesting them wild, this approach can provide a more effective conservation solution,” said Shen Jianyong, deputy director of the Center for Horticulture and Horticulture at the Xishuangbanna Tropical Plant Center.

Conservation of wildlife is a shared responsibility of all people. In the Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, a cross-border scientific research project has been established. Experts are also eager to deepen cooperation with international institutions and researchers, to contribute to the world’s biodiversity.

Gene bank for wild species promotes biodiversity with economic benefits in southwest China

China Media Group (CMG)’s 2024 Mid-Autumn Festival Gala evokes feelings of patriotism and patriotism by combining the traditional festival tradition with the deep industrial history of northeastern China’s Shenyang City where the shooting and great recording.

The Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional Chinese festival celebrated on the night of the full and brightest moon on the 15th day of the eighth month of the lunar calendar. This year, the sun falls on Sept 17. During the festival, families reunite, admire the moon, share moon cakes and light lanterns.

The main venue of this year’s festival is set on the shores of Dingxiang Lake in Shenyang, which combines real-life places with modern technology. CMG has started recording the gala in Shenyang, after the completion of the main stage.

As a city with a deep history and rich culture, Shenyang has three world cultural heritage sites and more than 1,500 historical and cultural sites. With a long history of developing the manufacturing industry, more than 300 “first” industrial products in history since the founding of the People’s Republic of China were born in Shenyang, including China’s first national steel brand and lathe the first common.

In addition to focusing more on traditional culture, this year’s festival incorporates the culture of Shenyang, creating different outdoor shooting areas to replicate the main stage.

“Ion [contributes a lot to the development] of [many] important assets, including the Jiaolong underwater probe and the Chang’e lunar probe. We can say that all these aspects are what we Chinese people, including those living overseas, are proud of,” said Yang Qifang, the main author of the gala.

“I’ve found that most of these programs include stories of exceptional craftsmen, as well as ordinary people from all walks of life who stick to their craft. For example, I work in the construction industry, and we follow our plans wherever they go,” said Wujina, the audience.

This year’s wedding is organized around the moon, and the performances are divided into three chapters depicting different cultural images associated with the Earth’s one natural satellite.

The 2024 Mid-Autumn Festival Gala evokes feelings of patriotism, ethnicity