Kelp Farming in East China Gets Tech Boost
China News
June 4, 2024
In Xiapu County, Fujian Province, technological advancements are transforming the traditional kelp farming industry. Historically, farmers transported harvested kelp to shore for drying, a process fraught with challenges such as labor intensity and susceptibility to adverse weather. Recently, however, the introduction of a digital drying system has revolutionized this practice. This system, featuring a 1,500-meter conveyor belt, dries the seaweed within six hours.