Hengyang Mayor Liu Zhongjie visited enterprises in Qidong County to learn about their operations and encourage the development of industries that build on the county's resources and industrial strengths.

At Qidong Meineng Packaging Co., Ltd., Liu urged the company to meet the packaging needs of nearby businesses. He also called for closer attention to market demand and continued improvements in product quality and technology.

During a visit to Hunan Rihong Technology Co., Ltd., Liu learned about its production processes and export orders. He encouraged the company to maintain its overseas markets while expanding domestic sales. He also stressed workplace and fire safety, and called on government departments to help businesses resolve practical difficulties.

At Hunan Yanlong Food Co., Ltd., Liu reviewed the company's operations and the development of Qidong's daylily industry. He urged leading enterprises to increase research and development, strengthen cooperation with universities and research institutions, and develop higher-value products.

He also called for preserving traditional daylily processing techniques while promoting standardized production and brand development and maintaining strict food safety controls.

At Hunan Xinfa Food Co., Ltd., Liu encouraged agricultural processors to develop new products and flavors, expand online and offline sales channels, and make better use of local specialty products. He said further efforts should be made to strengthen the Qidong daylily brand and improve its market competitiveness.

Translator: Jing