Rice Pricing during Organic Conversion of the Honghe Hani Rice Terrace System in China

A protective purchasing price of 6.93 CNY/kg for rice ensures stable farmer income during the organic conversion period, addressing a key bottleneck in heritage conservation efforts for the Honghe Hani Rice Terraces. The study, conducted by Liu et al., compared traditional and modern agricultural systems during this transition phase, developing a method to calculate opportunity costs of production. By leveraging organic certification—rooted in environmentally friendly, traditional practices—the research aims to balance economic stability with the preservation of culturally significant agricultural landscapes. This approach supports the dynamic conservation of Globally Important Agriculture Heritage Systems (GIAHS) initiatives, as outlined by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization.

Liu, M., Min, Q., & Yang, L. (2018). Rice Pricing during Organic Conversion of the Honghe Hani Rice Terrace System in China. Sustainability, 10(1), 183. https://doi.org/10.3390/su10010183