Farm workforce withers as young people leave

When the plowing season starts across China in spring, most farmers who take to the fields will be in their 50s or older. For people in towns and villages that rely on the strength of their agricultural industry, such as this elderly corn farmer in Xixiang village, Shandong province, the lack of interest among younger people in farming is a worrying trend. Land transfers are one solution, while experts also want to see more training offered to farmers. Provided to China Daily