Strawberries at $360 a Pound: Milk-Watered 'King' Variety Sells Out in China
A luxury strawberry variety priced at 360 yuan per jin (about $50 per pound) in Liaoning, China, marketed as being irrigated with fermented milk and grown with non-GMO soybean cake, sold out despite skepticism from experts. Agricultural specialists note that while milk fermentation may slightly enhance flavor, it offers minimal benefit compared to conventional methods like soil improvement and optimized fertilization. The high price is attributed to scarcity, novelty, marketing, and gift appeal rather than significant nutritional superiority. Experts caution consumers against equating high price with high quality or nutrition.
2026-02-27 17:06:56Sichuan's First Air Cargo Bonded Zone Launches in Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport Comprehensive Bonded Zone, Sichuan's first air-port-type bonded zone, officially commenced operations on February 27. The zone, covering 1.08 square kilometers and adjacent to Tianfu International Airport, enables integrated customs supervision and one-stop clearance. Its first shipment—a high-value Airbus A321 engine from Hong Kong—was processed in under a minute. The zone will focus on aviation equipment, cold-chain pharmaceuticals, aircraft maintenance, and cross-border e-commerce, offering services like bonded repair, processing, R&D, and leasing. Supported by policies including up to RMB 20 million in subsidies, it aims to cut operational costs by 20% and boost logistics efficiency by 10–30%, strengthening Sichuan’s role in the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle.
2026-02-27 17:06:07Sichuan's CAIG Unveils 2025 Results: Revenue Surges 340% as Drone Deliveries Soar
AVIC (Chengdu) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Co., Ltd. reported 2025 revenue of RMB 3.016 billion, up 340.11% year-on-year, and net profit attributable to shareholders of RMB 885.75 million, turning from loss to profit with a 264.28% increase. The growth was driven by technological innovation, expanded product lines, enhanced system integration, increased product deliveries, and strengthened domestic and international market presence.
2026-02-27 17:05:59Sichuan's Dazhou Draws 300,000 to Ancient 'Yuanjiu' Climbing Festival with Games, Books and Folklore
On February 25 (the ninth day of the first lunar month), over 300,000 residents participated in Dazhou’s annual Yuanjiu Climbing Festival, a 1,200-year-old tradition honoring Tang Dynasty poet Yuan Zhen. People climbed mountains like Phoenix Hill and Cuiping Mountain, engaging in new activities including traditional games, book fairs, poetry quizzes, intangible cultural heritage performances, and themed zones offering food, crafts, and interactive experiences. Evening festivities featured a grand folk parade with lanterns, dragon dances, and iron flower displays, blending heritage with modern celebration.
2026-02-27 17:05:50Sichuan Butterfly Census Reveals 1,002 Species, Nearly Half of China's Total
A butterfly census in Sichuan Province, China, has recorded 1,002 species as of 2025, up from 644 in 2020, accounting for 48% of the nation's total. Led by researchers from the Sichuan Academy of Agricultural Sciences and Sichuan University, the survey monitors butterfly diversity, distribution, and population trends across 800 ecological monitoring sites and 9 national stations. Butterflies serve as environmental indicators due to their sensitivity to habitat changes. The census informs conservation strategies for endangered species like the Golden Kaiser-i-Hind and Chinese Luehdorfia, and guides ecological restoration and urban planning. Winter monitoring in Chengdu has also revealed active butterfly species previously thought absent in cold months.
2026-02-25 10:52:31Sichuan Team Develops Shrew-Inspired Micro-Robots for Hazardous Environments
Researchers at the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China have developed a 6-gram, shrew-inspired microrobot capable of individual mobility and magnetic-tail-based collaborative linking. Published in Cell Press’s journal Device, the robot uses a combination of magnetic attraction and thermally controlled adhesive to form and break connections on demand. Designed for tasks in confined or hazardous environments—such as search-and-rescue in rubble or inspection in narrow pipelines—the robots can assemble into chains to traverse obstacles, carry loads twice their weight, and operate for about 45 minutes. The team aims to enhance autonomy with sensors and cameras, drawing further inspiration from nature for future micro-robotic systems.
2026-02-25 10:51:25Sichuan Launches 1,000+ Science Education Sites for Immersive Winter Break Learning
During the winter holiday, Sichuan has seen a surge in science-themed educational tourism, with over 1,000 integrated science popularization venues and study-travel routes offering immersive, hands-on experiences.. Highlights include dinosaur-themed activities at Chengdu University of Technology Museum, interactive exhibits at Sichuan Science and Technology Museum—including a new AI gallery—and special programs on topics like horses for the Lunar New Year. Venues such as the Life Mystery Museum and major scientific facilities like the LHAASO observatory are also part of the province-wide initiative.The ‘Tianfu Science Popularization Study Tour’ platform aims to ensure every student participates in at least one high-quality science study tour activity by the mid-2030s.
2026-02-25 10:50:31Sichuan Leads China in Spring Festival Consumption Surge
During the 2026 Chinese New Year holiday (February 15–23), Sichuan Province saw robust consumer activity driven by integrated policies, new consumption scenarios, and cultural events. Retail sales from 411 monitored enterprises reached RMB 2.78 billion, up 10.9% year-on-year, while 120 new consumption venues attracted over 56 million visitors and generated over RMB 4.6 billion in sales. Key drivers included trade-in programs for appliances, electronics, and vehicles—boosting spending by billions—and a RMB 21 million invoice lottery in Chengdu that spurred RMB 1.13 billion in consumption. Cultural and tech-themed experiences, such as AI products, drone shows, and immersive heritage activities, drew both domestic and international tourists. Inbound tourism to Chengdu rose 47.2% to 77,000 visitors, and out-of-province spending in Sichuan totaled RMB 31.088 billion, up 14.05%.
2026-02-25 10:48:16Chengdu, Sichuan, Enters Spring 18 Days Early Amid Record Warmth
Chengdu officially entered meteorological spring on February 13, 18 days earlier than average, marking the fourth earliest spring since 2000. The city recorded a high of 25.5°C on February 24, with no rainfall and an average temperature of 12.2°C last week—3.7°C above normal. The winter of 2025 was shorter by six days. While March temperatures are expected to remain above average, a late-month cold snap could bring 'returning cold' conditions.
2026-02-25 10:47:45Sichuan's Largest Salmon Processor Sees Record Demand During Lunar New Year
During the 9-day Chinese New Year holiday, Meiyan Oceanic Food Co., Ltd.—operator of western China's largest imported fresh salmon processing plant in Chengdu—ran its production lines nonstop due to record-high demand. Output surged to 120 tons this year, up from 50 and 80 tons in the previous two years. With over 100 workers working through Lunar New Year's Eve, even administrative staff were reassigned to assist with packaging and delivery. The company attributes rising demand in Sichuan’s smaller cities like Yibin and Luzhou to improved global supply chains, faster customs clearance, and e-commerce growth. Post-holiday, the firm launched a recruitment drive for about 80 positions ahead of a new production line construction.
2026-02-25 10:47:06Sichuan Railways Break Records as Holiday Travel Surges Past 2 Million in a Day
During the 9-day Chinese New Year holiday (Feb 15–23), China Railway Chengdu Group sent a record 13.753 million passengers, averaging 1.5282 million daily—a 10.3% increase from last year. Peak days saw up to 2,223 trains operated daily, including 560 extra services. Popular routes included Chengdu-Chongqing, Zhengzhou-Chongqing, and Sichuan-Qinghai railways, with tourism hotspots like Sanxingdui and Jiuzhaigou driving significant growth. Multiple stations, including Guang'an South and Langzhong, set new single-day passenger records. Enhanced services included additional security lanes and special migrant worker trains.
2026-02-25 10:46:17Chengdu Airport Sets Record with 316,000 Passengers in Single Day During Spring Festival
During China's longest-ever Spring Festival holiday (Feb 15–23), Chengdu's aviation hub handled a record 2.645 million passengers and 17,000 flights, ranking third nationally. Passenger volume peaked on Feb 23 with 316,000 travelers, the highest single-day figure in history. Average seat occupancy reached 90.7%, with 94.1% on the peak day. International and regional travel surpassed 2019 levels, especially to Europe and Oceania, which grew by 70% and 120.9% respectively compared to 2019. Domestic travelers favored first-tier cities, western tourist provinces, and tropical destinations.
2026-02-25 10:46:07Sichuan Ports Report 33% Surge in Cargo Volume During Lunar New Year
Sichuan's ports reported a strong start to the year, handling 36,600 tons of cargo during the Spring Festival holiday, a 33.04% year-on-year increase. Since the integration of five major ports—Luzhou, Yibin, Leshan, Nanchong, and Guang'an—under Sichuan Port Company last May, operations have intensified. Container throughput reached 4,491 TEUs (flat year-on-year), while rail-water intermodal volume rose 22.07% to 896 TEUs. The ports operated 34 voyages, up 47.83%. Enhanced coordination with customs and railway units ensured seamless cargo handling and transport.
2026-02-25 10:46:07Luzhou's 'Museum Spring Festival' Trend Reflects Broader Cultural Shift in Sichuan
During the 2025 Spring Festival, Luzhou saw a surge in cultural tourism as 'celebrating the New Year in museums' became a popular trend. Driven by a diverse matrix of cultural venues—including national-level museums, historic districts like Yaoba and Taiping ancient towns, and industry-themed sites such as Langjiu Manor—Luzhou offered immersive experiences like the interactive drama 'Shijing Qimiao You' at the Luxian Song Dynasty Stone Carving Museum. The city hosted major exhibitions, including an Austrian silverware display and the Sichuan debut of a digital art exhibition on Sanxingdui–Jinsha relics, attracting over 300,000 visitors in 54 days. Innovative approaches, such as blending heritage with performance, VR, and themed merchandise, boosted both cultural engagement and revenue. Luzhou aims to become a 'Museum City' anchored by the China Liquor Museum and supported by specialized local museums.
2026-02-25 10:45:34Sichuan Freight Trains Run Nonstop Through Lunar New Year
During the 2024 Spring Festival, multiple freight train services in Sichuan—including the Yangtze River, Northbound, and Greater Bay Area routes—operated continuously, running a total of 39 trains and transporting approximately 54,395 tons of goods such as food, daily necessities, home appliances, chemicals, coke, and grain. The Yangtze River service uses a rail-water intermodal system to halve transit time compared to traditional shipping. The Northbound route delivered yuanming powder from Meishan to Shandong, while the Greater Bay Area trains swiftly transported Sichuan specialties like hotpot base and doubanjiang to Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao within 36 hours, with return trips bringing fashion, beverages, and electronics into Sichuan.
2026-02-25 10:44:17West China Hospital Showcases 'Made-in-Sichuan' Innovations at Dubai Health Expo
West China Hospital of Sichuan University showcased its self-developed precision diagnostics equipment, regenerative medicine products, and new drugs at the World Health Expo in Dubai from February 9–12. Highlights included microarray chip detectors, semiconductor and nanopore gene sequencers, decellularized amniotic membrane for tissue engineering, a new anesthetic drug, and a standardized traditional Chinese medicine ointment. The hospital also held in-depth discussions with leading international medical and academic institutions, reaching preliminary agreements on collaborative research, talent development, technology transfer, joint center establishment, and expanding its global cooperation network across North America, Europe, and the Middle East.
2026-02-14 11:02:23Sichuan's 'Panda Express' Launches on China-Europe Rail to Boost 'Made in Sichuan' Exports
The first China-Europe Railway Express 'Panda' train, carrying 55 containers of Sichuan-made Changhong home appliances, departed from Chengdu International Railway Port on February 13, heading to Europe via the Khorgos port. This marks the debut of the 'Panda' brand, launched to support 'Sichuan products going global' and serve as a mobile calling card for 'Made in Sichuan.' The cargo, including Changhong TVs, will be distributed across European retail chains, specialty stores, and e-commerce platforms. The service cuts delivery time to Europe to just over 10 days—more than 60% faster than sea freight—enhancing supply chain resilience. Chengdu plans to increase departures to help more Sichuan products reach global markets.
2026-02-14 11:02:05Village Deliveries Bring Joy to Sichuan as Spring Festival Nears
During the Chinese New Year period, postal worker Bai Dan delivers a surge of packages to villages in Meishan, Sichuan, as rural residents enjoy convenient online shopping. Items range from energy-saving stove accessories and pet treats for a cat named 'Princess' to chili pepper mulch film, cooking seasonings sent by children, foldable furniture, and flower seeds for a newborn’s celebration. With over 700 daily parcels—more than during Singles’ Day—villagers receive everything needed for festive meals, home upgrades, and gardening. China Post operates half-days throughout the Spring Festival holiday, ensuring uninterrupted delivery and bringing joy to villagers unpacking their orders.
2026-02-14 11:01:50What's in Their Luggage? A Couple's 'Sichuan-Made' Gifts for Home
A Henan-born couple, Shen Xueshan and Qu Huijuan, both agricultural researchers at the Sichuan Academy of Agricultural Sciences, opened their luggage at Chengdu East Railway Station to show local specialties they were bringing home for Chinese New Year. Their suitcase contained Sichuan-themed gifts like Nezha-and-panda fridge magnets, Sichuan tea, hotpot base, and freeze-dried agricultural products such as lemon slices, figs, green peas, and purple sweet potato jam. They highlighted Sichuan’s advancements in agricultural processing and cultural tourism, noting how branded, value-added products have replaced raw commodities and how iconic sites like Sanxingdui now complement traditional symbols like pandas and Jiuzhaigou.
2026-02-13 11:08:20Sichuan to Achieve 100% Fast-Charging Coverage on Highways This Year
Sichuan Province will achieve 100% coverage of fast-charging piles on its expressways this year, adding 478 new charging guns and ensuring 15% of service areas have ultra-fast chargers with a peak capacity of at least 250 kW per gun. Since starting from zero five years ago, Sichuan has installed over 2,500 charging piles and 3,700 charging spaces across 191 service areas. In preparation for the upcoming Spring Festival travel rush, 175 mobile charging units will be deployed at busy service areas. Additional improvements include safety upgrades, smart management systems, enhanced service quality, and stricter enforcement targeting key vehicle types to prevent major accidents.
2026-02-13 11:07:20Mianyang's New Underpass Eases Traffic Ahead of Spring Festival Rush
The Lin Yuan Road underpass tunnel beneath Mianyang Railway Station officially opened on February 12 at 10 p.m., enabling vehicles to travel from Hehua West Street to Wenzhu Street in just two minutes. The 1,419-meter-long, 50-meter-wide tunnel features four lanes and is expected to divert about 40% of traffic, separating through-traffic from station access vehicles. Located in Fucheng District, the project faced complex construction constraints due to active rail lines above, busy urban roads on both sides, and underground utility networks. Built under a 'zero interference, zero interruption, zero accident' requirement, it supports the city's integrated rail-transit development goals.
2026-02-13 11:07:14Sichuan Ginger Makes Debut on China-Europe Rail Freight Service
For the first time, ginger from Neijiang, Sichuan, was exported to Europe via the China-Europe Railway Express. On February 12, two refrigerated containers carrying about 40 tons of ginger departed from Chengdu International Railway Port, bound for Tilburg, Netherlands, with an estimated transit time of 14–16 days. This marks a shift from the previous 50-day sea freight route, offering faster delivery, better temperature control (±2°C), and reduced cargo loss. The move provides a stable, cost-effective logistics solution—cutting transit time by over two-thirds compared to sea freight and costs by 60–70% versus air freight—enabling fresh Sichuan agricultural products to reach international markets more efficiently. Chengdu International Railway Port has also launched bidirectional cold-chain services to Europe and ASEAN for various perishable goods.
2026-02-13 11:06:45Sichuan's Neijiang Revives Wasteland and Historic Street to Drive Consumption
In Neijiang, Sichuan, a 30,000-square-meter vacant lot has been transformed into 'Han'an Slow Time,' a vibrant leisure space featuring food stalls, cultural performances, and eco-friendly design, attracting over 50 vendors and projected to draw 3 million annual visitors with 50 million yuan in yearly revenue. Meanwhile, the century-old Sifangkuai historic district underwent 'micro-renovation' instead of large-scale demolition, preserving its heritage while adding modern amenities, street art, and local cuisine. Since its reopening on December 31, 2025, it has drawn 100,000 daily visitors during holidays, generating 9 million yuan in holiday sales and revitalizing the area as a cultural and commercial hub.
2026-02-12 15:33:15Sichuan's Suining Blends Ancient 'Iron-Water Dragon' Festival with Futuristic Air Show
During the Lunar New Year celebrations in Suining, Sichuan, visitors experienced both traditional and futuristic festivities. In Qingdi Ancient Town, the century-old 'iron water fire dragon' performance—originating from local blacksmithing traditions—drew crowds alongside lion dances and local food fairs. Meanwhile, the 'Aerospace Fantasy · New Year Flight' carnival at Suining's Western Future Aerospace Industrial Park offered low-altitude flights, aerial shows, and drone performances, reflecting the city’s ambition to become a hub for light aircraft manufacturing and aerospace tourism by 2030.
2026-02-12 15:32:24Pre-Dawn Blueberries and Holiday Supply: Inside Sichuan's Bustling Agricultural Hub
At 5 a.m. on February 11, the Sichuan Yurun International Agricultural Products Trading Center in Pengzhou, Chengdu—one of China's top five fruit and vegetable distribution hubs—was bustling with activity ahead of the Spring Festival. Fruit vendors sourced fresh blueberries from Yunnan to ensure morning store shelves were stocked with dewy produce. The market, operating year-round, sees a 30% increase in daily fruit transactions during the holiday season, sourcing from across China and globally. Nearby, the vegetable market handles up to 15,000 tons daily, up from 9,000 tons normally, with supplies coordinated from key winter-producing regions to meet peak holiday demand.
2026-02-12 15:32:05Sichuan State-Owned Enterprises Target High-Quality Growth in '15th Five-Year' Plan
At the 2026 Sichuan Provincial State-Owned Assets and Enterprises Work Conference, officials highlighted achievements during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021–2025) and outlined goals for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030). During the past five years, Sichuan’s local state-owned enterprises saw asset totals rise from 10.75 trillion to 23.23 trillion yuan, with significant growth in revenue, profits, strategic emerging industries, and R&D investment. Reforms strengthened corporate governance, produced industry leaders, and supported major infrastructure projects. Looking ahead, Sichuan aims to enhance quality, strategic role, industrial layout, innovation, and operational efficiency, focusing on infrastructure, energy, strategic resources, modern industrial systems, technological innovation, institutional reform, and regional integration within the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle.
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