This issue of Harvest ∙ 丰收 examines how China and Germany are addressing the social dimensions of rural revitalization amid rapid technological, demographic, and economic change. It explores key themes such as aging populations, youth engagement, community building, and the evolving role of cooperatives and educational institutions.
Contributions include analyses of rural development in Germany, e-commerce participation in China, the work of the German Rural Youth Association, and a new training model for cooperative leaders in Sichuan.
Together, these insights highlight innovative pathways that strengthen resilience, equity, and social cohesion in rural areas.
Editor: Sino-German Agricultural Centre (DCZ)
