A farmer picks strawberries in a greenhouse in Hure. [Photo/China.com.cn]
One hundred two greenhouses have been built on a 26.7-ha agricultural park in Wenjiazhangzi village, Shuiquan township, for example, 80 of which are currently in operation and have been contracted out to local farmers. Employment opportunities have also been created at the site, and priority is given to impoverished residents with the ability to work. Ten people who were poverty-stricken before they got involved work at the park year-round and more than 180 engage in seasonal work at present.