Amazing Xinjiang: Smart agriculture breathes new life into Xinjiang's cotton production

To understand China's cotton, look to northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.

Xinjiang is China's largest cotton-producing region. The cotton grown here is known as Xinjiang cotton. It is famous worldwide for its long fibers, high quality, and high yield.

In 2024, Xinjiang's total cotton output reached nearly 5.69 million tonnes, accounting for 92.2 percent of the national total.

In recent years, Xinjiang's cotton industry has embraced scientific improvements and high-standard farmland development. In 2024, Xinjiang's mechanized harvesting rate surpassed 90 percent. Cotton production in Xinjiang can now be fully automated.

Combining technology and quality, Xinjiang's cotton industry continues to thrive.