Land once deserted brings prosperity with golden passion fruit

In 2018, through land transfers, the demonstration base of passion fruit rented these farmlands in Maodao village for renovation. Besides the annual rent of 1,000 yuan ($142.32) per mu (≈667 sq m), the villagers will also receive 800 yuan in dividends.

Thanks to Maodao village's favorable climate and abundant sunlight, the passion fruit grown here is gratifying. "The nutritive value of one golden passion fruit is equivalent to seven apples," said Huang Yejun, an official in charge.