Spring tea harvest festival kicks off in Guanshanhu

Guiyang Guanshanhu Baichun Suntree Tea Co officially launched its 4th spring tea harvest festival on April 2, marking the company's 20th anniversary.

In the lush tea garden, tea farmers moved swiftly between the green rows, picking fresh tea leaves with skilled hands. The vibrant scene painted a picturesque image of spring's bounty.

Guiyang Guanshanhu Baichun Suntree Tea Co officially launches its 4th spring tea harvest festival on April 2. [Photo/WeChat account of Guanshanhu district]

During the event, Suntree Tea signed strategic cooperation agreements with key partners. The Guizhou Academy of Agricultural Sciences' Tea Research Institute will collaborate on a research and development base, SF Express Guizhou will support fast delivery logistics, and Guizhou Sikaiwei Technology Co will introduce low-altitude aerial solutions to modernize tea production.

Tea farmers are busy picking fresh tea leaves. [Photo/WeChat account of Guanshanhu district]

Attendees witnessed drone demonstrations showcasing how tea is transported from fields to workshops and delivered directly to consumers. Suntree Tea's smart tea garden now uses drones and sensors to monitor environmental conditions, fire risks, and pest control in real-time.

This year, Suntree Tea has expanded its tea cultivation area to over 1,000 mu (66.67 hectares), with an expected yield of more than 2,500 kilograms. The tea-picking season will last until late April. During this period, it will provide employment opportunities for over 2,000 local tea pickers, bringing in more money for farmers.

Tea farmers are busy picking fresh tea leaves. [Photo/WeChat account of Guanshanhu district]