Xuchang, Henan: Sufficient Power Empowers the Development of the Chili Industry

The chili peppers produced in Wangtian Town, Yanling County, Xuchang City, Henan Province, are known for their high quality and have become a stable raw material for several well‑known food enterprises. Behind the success of this industry, which has expanded from local fields to the national market, is a continuously upgraded and reliable power supply chain.

Water is essential for chili cultivation. To meet the surge in electricity demand for irrigation, especially during the large‑scale planting and concentrated transplanting periods, the State Grid Xuchang Power Supply Company has been continuously improving rural grid infrastructure in recent years, expanding power line coverage, and extending services directly to the farmlands. These efforts have secured irrigation for thousands of mu of chili fields, laying a solid foundation for abundant harvest.

As the output of fresh chili increases, supporting facilities such as drying and storage have become key to enhancing value and stabilizing the market. To meet the electricity needs of newly built electric drying rooms and large‑scale cold storage facilities, the power supply department has proactively upgraded infrastructure by adding new lines and increasing transformer capacity. It has also introduced an innovative one-on-one dedicated account manager service. By monitoring electricity consumption data, these managers can quickly detect irregularities and offer on‑site solutions to resolve any issues.

Guided by a reliable power supply, local chili cultivation has expanded to surrounding townships, creating a national base for green food ingredients and a major chili distribution hub.

From ensuring irrigation to supporting processing and storage, the precise allocation of power and attentive service are deeply integrated into every stage of the chili industry’s development. This vividly illustrates how modern infrastructure plays a crucial role in nurturing distinctive rural industries and promoting rural revitalization. The growth of a small chili pepper showcases the vast potential of an electrified agricultural sector to improve quality, increase efficiency, and bring prosperity to rural communities.