Fragrant Silk Road Grapes at the Foot of Ancient Yangguan Pass: Powering a Bumper Harvest in the Gobi

At the foot of ancient Yangguan Pass, golden autumn brings a bumper harvest of sweet fruits along the Silk Road. As a product protected by China's geographical indication system and a specialty agricultural product under Gansu's "Ganwei" brand, Dunhuang grapes thrive on meltwater from the Qilian Mountains, abundant sunshine in the Gobi, and a wide diurnal temperature range. These conditions nurture premium varieties such as Thompson Seedless and Red Globe, renowned for their crisp flesh and sweet, juicy taste.

Staff inspect electrical equipment used for irrigation at a grape-growing base

Dunhuang's 10,000-mu vineyards yield a bumper harvest

The local area has continued to expand the grape industry chain, developing a diversified product mix of fresh grapes, raisins and grape juice. With the support of cold-chain logistics and e-commerce platforms, premium Gobi grapes are now sold across the country. During the harvest season, State Grid Jiuquan Power Supply Company sent staff to Yangguan vineyards to inspect cold storage facilities, power lines and electrical equipment, identifying potential electrical safety hazards.

A farmer moves among the grape trellises, harvesting clusters of ripe grapes

Staff visit a farm to inspect electrical equipment and power lines used in agricultural production

With a stable and reliable supply of green electricity, the company safeguards every stage of the process, from grape irrigation and cold storage to livestream sales and shipments to markets across the country. Reliable, customer-focused power services are helping the Gobi's grape industry flourish, injecting fresh momentum into rural revitalization. (Text and photos by Wang Na and Luo Xingru)