First crop of ratoon rice harvested in Hefan Village, central China's Henan

Photo taken on Aug. 4, 2024, shows cooperative members harvesting the first crop of ratoon rice at Xinlei Cooperative in Hefan Village, Nanxiangdian Township, Guangshan County, Xinyang City, central China’s Henan Province. With the onset of autumn approaching, the first crop of ratoon rice across Guangshan County has reached maturity. Local farmers are taking advantage of the favorable weather to hasten the harvest and drying process, ensuring that the grains are safely stored. (Xie Wanbai/Guangming Picture)

Photo taken on Aug. 4, 2024, shows cooperative members harvesting the first crop of ratoon rice at Xinlei Cooperative in Hefan Village, Nanxiangdian Township, Guangshan County, Xinyang City, central China’s Henan Province. With the onset of autumn approaching, the first crop of ratoon rice across Guangshan County has reached maturity. Local farmers are taking advantage of the favorable weather to hasten the harvest and drying process, ensuring that the grains are safely stored. (Xie Wanbai/Guangming Picture)