Autumn Harvest to Complete in Xigaze, the “Granary of Xizang”
The autumn harvest scene in Karmai Township, Gyangze County, Xigaze, Xizang. Photographer: Nyima Dorje
The autumn harvest scene in Karmai Township, Gyangze County, Xigaze, Xizang. Photographer: Nyima Dorje
As a key agricultural region in Xizang, Xigaze is currently coordinating the completion of its autumn harvest work, and the connection with subsequent agricultural production. This strategic approach lays a solid foundation for bumper harvest throughout the year.
The autumn harvest scene in Karmai Township, Gyangze County, Xigaze, Xizang. Photographer: Nyima Dorje
It is reported that as of October 9, 2025, Xigaze has harvested a total of 1.3156 million mu of various crops, with its completion rate of 94.14%. Among which, highland barley, the region’s primary grain crop, covered 941,000 mu, with 919,800 mu harvested, achieving a 97.75% harvest rate.
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