Approaches and Methods of Orchard Mechanization Technology Promotion in Hilly and Mountainous Area——Taking Meizhou as an Example

Meizhou is a typical hilly area and an important fruit-growing base in the Guangdong province, The popularization and application of orchard mechanization technology is an important way to increase productivity,reduce production cost, solve labor shortage and increase farmers’ income.In view of the problems of complex terrain, poor mechanization, lack of advanced and applicable orchard machinery, and low ability of farmers to accept new technologies, Meizhou has been exploring ways to promote mechanized orchard technology in hilly and mountainous areas, by means of investigation, study and formulation of work plans, strengthening the research and development of new agricultural machinery products, building mechanization demonstration bases,carrying out propaganda and training for farmers, strengthening cooperation with production enterprises and actively playing the role of agricultural industry associations, etc., some achievements have been made.At the same time, under the background that the state attaches importance to the development of mechanization in hilly and mountainous areas, some suggestions are put forward on how to popularize mechanization technology in hilly and mountainous areas.