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GIRONDE (33) SAUTERNES. GRAPPES WITH THE FUNGUS BOTRYTIS CINEREA WHICH GAVE ALL THE SUGAR AND AROMAS OF THE SWEET WINE OF SAUTERNES. Photo by Antoine Lorgnier/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China Largest Commercial Production Base For Edible Fungi

Workers work on a production line at Shengnong pollution-free white fungus base in Ningde city, East China's Fujian province on April 8, 2025.

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China Largest Commercial Production Base For Edible Fungi

Workers work on a production line at Shengnong pollution-free white fungus base in Ningde city, East China's Fujian province on April 8, 2025.

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China Largest Commercial Production Base For Edible Fungi

Workers work on a production line at Shengnong pollution-free white fungus base in Ningde city, East China's Fujian province on April 8, 2025.

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China Largest Commercial Production Base For Edible Fungi

Workers work on a production line at Shengnong pollution-free white fungus base in Ningde city, East China's Fujian province on April 8, 2025.

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China Largest Commercial Production Base For Edible Fungi

Workers work on a production line at Shengnong pollution-free white fungus base in Ningde city, East China's Fujian province on April 8, 2025.

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China Largest Commercial Production Base For Edible Fungi

Workers work on a production line at Shengnong pollution-free white fungus base in Ningde city, East China's Fujian province on April 8, 2025.

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China Largest Commercial Production Base For Edible Fungi

Workers work on a production line at Shengnong pollution-free white fungus base in Ningde city, East China's Fujian province on April 8, 2025.

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China Largest Commercial Production Base For Edible Fungi

Workers work on a production line at Shengnong pollution-free white fungus base in Ningde city, East China's Fujian province on April 8, 2025.

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CHINA-YUNNAN-NEW FUNGUS SPECIES

(240610) -- KUNMING, June 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This undated photo shows Cystoderma yongpingense found in southwest China's Yunnan Province. Chinese researchers have discovered a new fungus species, Cystoderma yongpingense, in Yongping County of Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture in southwest China's Yunnan Province. TO GO WITH "New fungus species found in SW China" (Kunming Edible Fungi Research Institute/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240528) -- BEIJING, May 28, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Nyima Lhamo seeks for caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240528) -- BEIJING, May 28, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Nyima Lhamo seeks for caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A vendor sprays water to moisturize fresh caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 22, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding C

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tashi Wange (R) and his wife Dekyi seek for caterpillar fungus in Shade Township, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kang

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tsering Wangdu seeks for caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City, one of the m

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tashi Wange (R) and his wife Dekyi seek for caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on May 23, 2024 shows a caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City, one of the

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Nyima Lhamo (R) and her brother Tashi Wangchug have lunch in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People dig caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City, one of the main producing

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A local resident keeps caterpillar fungus inside a box in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City, o

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Dekyi digs caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City, one of the main producing

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A local resident digs caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City, one of the main

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on May 23, 2024 shows a temporary residence area built by the locals seeking for caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by s

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Nyima Lhamo seeks for caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City, one of the main

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A vendor (L) and a local resident negotiate the price of fresh caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 22, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Sha

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Palmo (L) and her mother Chodron seek for caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding C

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A vendor arranges fresh caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 22, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City, one of the ma

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People dig caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City, one of the main prod

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on May 23, 2024 shows a temporary residence area built by the locals seeking for caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per yea

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A local resident keeps caterpillar fungus inside a box in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding C

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on May 23, 2024 shows a caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City, one

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tashi Wange (R) and his wife Dekyi seek for caterpillar fungus in Shade Township, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town o

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Palmo (L) and her mother Chodron seek for caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kang

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Nyima Lhamo (R) and her brother Tashi Wangchug have lunch in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangdin

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A local resident digs caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City, one of th

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Dekyi digs caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City, one of the main prod

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tashi Wange (R) and his wife Dekyi seek for caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Ka

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A vendor arranges fresh caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 22, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City, one of

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tsering Wangdu seeks for caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City, one of

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A vendor sprays water to moisturize fresh caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 22, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kang

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Nyima Lhamo seeks for caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 23, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus in Shade Town of Kangding City, one of th

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CHINA-SICHUAN-GARZE-CATERPILLAR FUNGUS-HARVEST SEASON (CN)

(240527) -- GARZE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A vendor (L) and a local resident negotiate the price of fresh caterpillar fungus in Shade Town, Kangding City, Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 22, 2024. From early May to late June every year, caterpillar fungus enters its harvest season in Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Found only at high altitudes, caterpillar fungus, known in China as "winter-worm summer-grass," is said to be effective in boosting the immune system. During the harvest season, the locals will start heading for alpine ground over 4,000 meters above sea level to collect the fungus. The caterpillar fungus harvest time can last over 40 days. For the locals, collecting this precious fungus offers them seasonal jobs and helps increase their income. In recent years, the average household income could be increased by 20,000 to 60,000 yuan (about 2,760 to 8,282 U.S. dollars) per year by selling caterpillar fungus

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CHINA-YUNNAN-YONGREN-BLACK TRUFFLES (CN)

(240314) -- YONGREN, March 14, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This undated photo shows staff members sorting black truffles at a local company in Yongren County, southwest China's Yunnan Province. TO GO WITH "Across China: Big fortune sprouting from small fungus" (Xinhua)

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CHINA-YUNNAN-YONGREN-BLACK TRUFFLES (CN)

(240314) -- YONGREN, March 14, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This undated photo shows black truffles in Yongren County, southwest China's Yunnan Province. TO GO WITH "Across China: Big fortune sprouting from small fungus" (Xinhua)

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CHINA-YUNNAN-YONGREN-BLACK TRUFFLES (CN)

(240314) -- YONGREN, March 14, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This undated photo shows black truffle products produced by a local company in Yongren County, southwest China's Yunnan Province. TO GO WITH "Across China: Big fortune sprouting from small fungus" (Xinhua)

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CHINA-YUNNAN-YONGREN-BLACK TRUFFLES (CN)

(240314) -- YONGREN, March 14, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This undated photo shows villagers picking black truffles in Yongren County, southwest China's Yunnan Province. TO GO WITH "Across China: Big fortune sprouting from small fungus" (Xinhua)

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CHINA-HEILONGJIANG-YICHUN-ECOLOGY (CN)

(230524) -- YICHUN, May 24, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A staff member of Heilongjiang Yichun forest industry Refco Group Ltd checks the condition of edible fungus in Yichun, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, May 20, 2023. After banning commercial logging in 2013 for ecosystem restoration, Yichun, a city known as China's "forest capital" in Heilongjiang Province, has developed characteristic ecological industry while protecting the environment. (Xinhua/Zhang Tao)

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Syrian truffle hunters risk lives to make much-needed cash

STORY: Syrian truffle hunters risk lives to make much-needed cash DATELINE: May 18, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:26 LOCATION: HAMA, Syria CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various inside the truffles market in Hama city 2. various of woman collecting the truffles in Hama countryside 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): ABDUL AZIZ AL-OQAB, Local resident 4. various of truffles market 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): NAZZAL AL-ADAB Nazzal, Local resident STORYLINE: Many Syrians, who are grappling with poverty after enduring 12 years of conflict, are risking their lives to collect truffles for the lucrative profit they bring. Searching for truffles has become extremely dangerous in the country. IS militants have repeatedly preyed on the fungus hunters while landmine blasts have also killed many. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): ABDUL AZIZ AL-OQAB, Local resident "Regional countries consume large quantities of this mushroom, and in Syria, there is difficulty in making a living. So, people started looking for ways to make money and discovered that coll

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Automatic production line boosts black fungus output in NE China

STORY: Automatic production line boosts black fungus output in NE China DATELINE: March 18, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:00 LOCATION: DONGNING, China CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the production line of black fungus 2. various of workers operating the production line STORYLINE: An automatic production line helps increase the output of black fungus (a species of auricularia auricula) at a plantation base in Dongning City in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. A total of 98 factories in the city are busy processing and packing the fungus during this harvest season. Thanks to the automatic machinery and equipment, the efficiency has been boosted, with the daily output reaching 370,000 to 400,000 packs. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Dongning, China. (XHTV)

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Snow leopard cub released into wild in China's Tibet

STORY: Snow leopard cub released into wild in China's Tibet DATELINE: Dec. 5, 2022 LENGTH: 00:00:37 LOCATION: LHASA, China CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of the snow leopard STORYLINE: A snow leopard, a species on China's top protection list, was released into the wild on Sunday, months after it was rescued in the rural area of Lhasa, the capital of southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region. In July, two weak cubs were found in a curling position when a local villager in Lhunzhub County was on his way to dig caterpillar fungus, said Luo Qin, who works at the forestry and grassland administration of the county. The other cub died despite rescue efforts. Tenzin Dargye, a wildlife ranger responsible for taking care of the snow leopard, said the male cub, now almost six months old, is healthy enough to be released into the wild, and they will keep tracking its condition to make sure it will get used to nature. This year, Lhunzhub County rescued many wild animals under the country's