The Communist Party member service team from State Grid Fuyang Power Supply Company passes on knowledge about safe electricity use and common sense of electricity conservation to the person in charge of Zhang Xiaoni's family farm. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
Now is the season for shiitake mushrooms to hit market. On March 12, the State Grid Fuyang Power Supply Company organized a Communist Party member service team to conduct a safety inspection for potential electricity hazards at Zhang Xiaoni's family farm in Zhaomiao town, Taihe, Anhui province.
Zhang Xiaoni told the service team that the process from the cultivation of mushroom spawn to the fruiting and removal of the spawn from the racks takes 11 months. Mushroom cultivation demands strict adherence to environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, and ventilation in the field. This is crucial during key stages like strain cultivation, spawn fermentation, and fruiting management. A stable power supply is of utmost importance. During summer, it's even more necessary to conduct continuous water spray irrigation and moisturizing in the greenhouse for over 10 hours. Zhang Xiaoni said "The entire process of mushroom cultivation relies heavily on electrical equipment. Ventilation equipment ensures proper air circulation, preventing the breeding of diseases and pests. The sprinkler irrigation system provides adequate moisture for the mushrooms, while a stable electricity supply is the key to a bountiful harvest".
The Communist Party member service team from State Grid Fuyang Power Supply Company inquires about the power demand from Zhang Xiaoni. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
In 2018, Zhang Xiaoni, wanting to balance her family responsibilities, gave up looking for jobs elsewhere and decided to grow specialty crops in her hometown. Without delay, she began to take action. However, as soon as the greenhouse was completed, Zhang Xiaoni faced a challenge. Her family farm was situated a considerable distance from the power supply area, leading to insufficient power at the farm. Upon learning of this issue, the State Grid Fuyang Power Supply Company established a "green power" channel, streamlined the electricity installation process, and installed power lines right at the farm's entrance, ensuring reliable power during the startup phase. Simultaneously, the company organized the Communist Party member service team to visit the farm regularly, conducting comprehensive "health checks" on power distribution boxes, switches, and lines, and promptly repairing or replacing any aging or damaged electrical equipment to maintain safe and stable power grid operations. Throughout the daily operations of the family farm, local power supply staff members also educate the workers at the farm on safe electricity usage and conservation tips.
The Communist Party member service team from State Grid Fuyang Power Supply Company inspects the operation of land facilities at Zhang Xiaoni's family farm, ensuring safe and stable power supply. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
"The quality of shiitake mushrooms is excellent, and demand has always exceeded supply. Each mushroom stick can yield four crops, with a total output of approximately 110,000 pounds. The estimated production value is 3 million yuan, thanks to the stable power supply service." said Zhang Xiaoni after calculating the economic benefits. With the increase in suppliers, the family farm has expanded to approximately 26.67 acres, now housing 38 greenhouses. Consequently, the electricity demand has also risen. To better meet the power needs of the family farm, the State Grid Fuyang Power Supply Company organized the Communist Party member service team to gain a deeper understanding of the electrical equipment at the mushroom cultivation base. Taking into account the operational losses of various power facilities and the unique characteristics of mushroom cultivation, a detailed analysis of the power demand for the family farm's development was conducted based on its power load. This provided Zhang Xiaoni with a cost-saving, efficiency-enhancing and energy-conserving power consumption plan.
With ample power, small shiitake mushrooms have transformed into lucrative ones, drawing more people to pursue agricultural development in their hometown. On the journey of rural revitalization, State Grid Fuyang Power Supply Company has supported the establishment of numerous distinctive agricultural projects through its high-quality power services, injecting dynamism into rural revitalization.
