BEIJING, Nov. 28 (Xinhua) -- Spice processing industry in Jiaozhou, Qingdao City of east China's Shandong Province is expanding its overseas market presence with support from stable and intelligent power supply services.
The region currently trades approximately 1.2 million tons of dried peppers annually, with a total value of 16 billion yuan, accounting for over 80 percent of China's total pepper import and export volume.
The "Digital and Intelligent Electricity Management Service" introduced by State Grid Qingdao Power Supply Company has been crucial for local production.
During the peak season from September to December, electricity consumption surges to three times the usual load. Using integrated marketing and distribution data alongside production schedules, the company developed tailored electricity consumption plans, guiding enterprises to conduct high-energy-consuming operations during off-peak hours. This initiative helps businesses save nearly 10,000 yuan in monthly electricity costs. The installation of smart meters enables real-time monitoring and analysis of energy use, further enhancing efficiency.
As China's largest spice processing and export hub, Jiaozhou has continuously advanced industrial upgrading.
In July 2024, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) International Green Agricultural Products Expo and Trading Center commenced operations. This modern complex integrates 14 functional areas including online trading, offline exhibitions, and cold chain storage. It has already facilitated 210,100 tons of online transactions valued at 3.002 billion yuan, engaging 15 SCO member states and Belt and Road Initiative partner countries.
From developing China's first hybrid dried pepper variety to establishing a comprehensive modern trade platform, Qingdao is steadily progressing toward building a spice industry cluster.
(Edited by Tian Shenyoujia with Xinhua Silk Road, tianshenyoga0524@163.com)
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