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title: "Global Times: Embedding technology deep into farmlands, villages in Dezhou build strong foundation for food security"
type: "News"
locale: "en"
url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/292038652.md"
description: "In Beijing on July 8, 2026, a 50-year-old man named Song Zhijie reflected on his 29th summer harvest season working with agricultural machinery. Since 1997, he has dedicated himself to this field, enduring dust and sweat each summer. This marks an impressive milestone in his career, highlighting his commitment to the industry over almost three decades."
datetime: "2026-07-08T08:30:32.000Z"
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# Global Times: Embedding technology deep into farmlands, villages in Dezhou build strong foundation for food security

In Beijing on July 8, 2026, a 50-year-old man named Song Zhijie reflected on his 29th summer harvest season working with agricultural machinery. Since 1997, he has dedicated himself to this field, enduring dust and sweat each summer. This marks an impressive milestone in his career, highlighting his commitment to the industry over almost three decades.

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