Economic Benefits of Ningxia Grassland

The following are the economic benefits of Ningxia grassland:

1. Animal husbandry: Ningxia grassland is an important pastoral area, and animal husbandry is one of the main local economic industries. Grasslands provide abundant pasture resources and support the development of cattle, sheep and other livestock industries. The breeding of cattle and sheep and the sale of livestock products play an important role in Ningxia's economy.

2. Eco-tourism: The magnificent scenery and unique grassland culture of Ningxia grasslands attract a large number of tourists. Equestrian performances on the grassland and herdsmen cultural experiences have become local tourism resources. Grassland ecotourism has driven the development of hotels, restaurants, transportation and other related industries, increasing employment and economic income.

3. Grass-livestock transfer: Ningxia has implemented a grass-livestock separation and grass-livestock transfer policy. By sending herdsmen’s livestock to centralized feeding farms, it has achieved the rational utilization and protection of grassland resources. At the same time, herders also obtained corresponding circulation benefits, which increased the economic benefits of the grassland.

4. Development of grassland resources: There are also rich mineral resources in grassland areas, such as coal, natural gas, etc. The development of grassland resources has made a positive contribution to Ningxia's economic growth and energy supply.