Sichuan Agricultural University Graduate Students Attend the "First Class of the Semester"—Hear What Dr. Lü Jirong, Their Senior Alumna, Has to Say

I. The Path of Learning: Choice and Effort

Dr. Lü shared with her junior students through her own academic journey that when life reaches a crossroads, one often faces numerous dilemmas—and even moments of confusion—wondering how to make the right choice. She said: Confusion and uncertainty may simply mean our perspective is still too narrow. We should take more time to observe the people around us, seek advice from parents and teachers, and learn from senior students. When you truly feel lost, calm down and focus on fulfilling your responsibilities as a student—study, study, and study again. While mastering your professional knowledge, make frequent visits to the library and actively join campus clubs and activities. Seize every opportunity to reflect on yourself, build resilience, and grow stronger. After all, the ultimate purpose of learning is to ensure that our talents match our dreams, and our abilities align with our ambitions—thus overcoming the confusion and indecision that often hold us back. Never forget your original aspiration, and you'll stay true to your path! Only with a solid foundation of basic knowledge can we make the right choices when opportunities arise—choices that will ultimately shape our lives.

1 In her graduate studies, she advised her junior students: "Cultivate a rigorous and pragmatic approach to research, embrace a collaborative spirit in your learning, and build a social network that transcends disciplinary boundaries. By doing so, you'll not only successfully complete your academic journey but also quickly develop the skills needed to adapt effectively to society."

2 Dr. Lü advocates that, in addition to mastering professional knowledge, students should place great importance on learning how to effectively use tools. She points out that the most significant distinction between humans and ancient apes lies precisely in our ability to wield tools—every step forward in human evolution has been driven by our capacity to create and fully harness these tools. By becoming adept at utilizing tools, we can significantly enhance both our learning and work efficiency. Moreover, it’s crucial to cultivate a diverse skill set, such as learning to drive, developing strong English communication skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing), and gaining proficiency in computer applications. At the same time, students should strive to strengthen their overall competencies, aiming to become "three-good students" who excel not only academically but also in writing and public speaking—and ultimately emerge as well-rounded professionals highly sought after by society.

3 Dr. Lü also shared that studying at the Institute of Nutrition feels like undergoing a "hellish trial," as the late Mr. Yang Feng once described it—but after three years, you’ll find yourself having reaped tremendous rewards. Gradually and subtly, your logical thinking, innovative capacity, hands-on skills, and learning abilities will all experience a qualitative leap forward. Dr. Lü expressed her gratitude to the Sichuan Agricultural University’s Institute of Nutrition for nurturing her solid professional foundation, instilling in her a resilient character, and equipping her with a strong, professional brand image as well as a vibrant, tightly-knit community of alumni and peers.

1 • Personal Work Experience

Participating as an associate editor in the compilation of "Practical Feed Flavoring Science," this book fills the gap in the field, as there was previously no dedicated monograph on feed flavoring agents. Appointed as an off-campus mentor for the Master's program in Agricultural Extension (Animal Husbandry) at Southwest University of Science and Technology and Southwest Minzu University.

During my time at the company, I participated in research projects focusing on bio-enzymatic technology, the Maillard reaction, acidifiers, functional attractants, and feed flavor enhancers aimed at improving milk flavor. I have also spoken multiple times as a presenter at industry academic conferences, sharing insights on topics such as how regulating sow feed intake impacts production performance, how controlling piglet feed intake affects productivity, the role of feed flavorants in appetite regulation, and integrated approaches for managing sow nutrition—reaching an audience of tens of thousands of attendees. 3 Over 10,000. Writing professional technical articles on industry public platforms 3 Article, with a click-through rate of 1 Over 10,000. Management 100 Sow Breeding Test Farm , it is a crucial step in evaluating the effectiveness of Dadi products, and also serves as a valuable testing ground for assessing product preference within the industry. It has previously assisted numerous domestic corporate groups in conducting palatability studies on both raw materials and finished products.

Having personally participated in the research and development as well as the evaluation of Dadi's innovative products, combined with my strong professional background and excellent communication skills, I am now promoting the company's groundbreaking appetite stimulant Zhitai and biological product Dadi—both delivered as technical services. 312 Wait, annual sales amount to 5000 More than 10,000, annually for 1.5 Billions of piglets overcome the challenge of low feed intake.

2 • Personal Work Reflections

⑴ Opportunity favors the prepared: A diploma is the best key to open doors, your weaknesses point directly to where you should focus your efforts, your competitors serve as the finest teachers, overcoming challenges leads to the greatest growth, having clear goals fuels the strongest motivation, and providing excellent service makes for the best form of leadership.

⑵ How to Become the Most Popular Person: Professionalism is the foundation, quality ensures reliability, capability is the prerequisite, and dedication is the core.

⑶ On the confusion surrounding why girls might feel it’s harder for them to succeed at work: Dr. Lü believes we shouldn’t let traditional Chinese beliefs influence our thinking—specifically, the notion that women are somehow inferior to men. While it’s true that in certain professions, girls may face challenges or perform slightly differently compared to their male counterparts, in most roles that don’t heavily rely on physical strength, women are absolutely capable and competitive. Just look at the outstanding performances of female athletes in every Olympic Games—they speak volumes! In our industry, too, there are countless exceptional female entrepreneurs and technical directors. Even the leader of New Hope, our largest agribusiness enterprise, is a woman. As long as we girls strive to become truly outstanding, employers certainly won’t overlook our talents. Dr. Lü also emphasized: Women must be independent—economic independence is the foundation. Otherwise, their lifelong happiness could easily be led by others. And if they remain dependent, how can they possibly set a practical example for their daughters when it comes to taking charge of their own lives? However, women should not let their studies delay love, marriage, or even having children during critical stages of life, as it’s true that in our society, some outstanding women may put off these major life decisions in pursuit of education and career advancement.

III. Our Industry and Insights

1 , The position of animal husbandry within the industry: 2017 Total annual output value of animal husbandry 3.2 Trillions, accounting for the entire country 82 Trillion GDP Of the 3.9% , with more than employees 1 Hundreds of millions of people have had their livelihood issues resolved.

2 , China's Feed Industry

2018 Annual National Feed Production 22788 Tens of thousands of tons, up year-on-year 2.8% , world's No. 1;

Category: Characterized by "one increase, two decreases"—compound feed 20529 Tens of thousands of tons, year-on-year growth 4.6% Concentrated feed 1606 Tens of thousands of tons, down year-on-year 13.4% , Additive Premix Feed 653 Tens of thousands of tons, down year-on-year 5.1% 。

Varieties: Pigs are weak, poultry strong, while aquaculture and ruminants grow rapidly.

Pig feed: 9720 Tens of thousands of tons, down year-on-year 0.9% , accounting for 43% , world's No. 1;

Poultry feed for eggs: 2984 Tens of thousands of tons, year-on-year growth 1.8% , accounting for 13% , world's No. 1;

Meat and poultry feed: 6509 Tens of thousands of tons, year-on-year growth 8.2% , accounting for 29% , world's No. 1;

Aquaculture feed: 2211 Tens of thousands of tons, year-on-year growth 6.3% , accounting for 10% , world's No. 1;

Ruminant animal feed 1004 Tens of thousands of tons, year-on-year growth 8.9% 。

3 , Marketable output: 2016 Annual Data Pig 7 Billions of head, ranking first globally; sheep 2.9 Billions of heads, ranking first globally; cattle 5000 Ten million heads, ranking first globally; poultry 120 Billions, ranking first globally; rabbits 5.2 Billions of units, ranking first in the world.

4 , Meat Production ，2016 Annual total meat production reaches 8625 Ten thousand tons, per capita output 64kg , among which is pork 5486 Ten thousand tons, per capita 40kg , accounting for a share of the total meat production 63.6% 。

5 , In terms of per capita meat consumption China currently ranks fifth globally in terms of per capita consumption. 63kg/ This year, the top four were Australia, the United States, Austria, and Israel, respectively. In terms of beef consumption, China's per capita consumption is 5.09kg/ Year, below the global average, 2018 Year 1-11 Month, China's beef imports 93.5 Ten thousand tons, accounting for a global share of 14.3% Regarding mutton consumption, global per capita consumption 20kg/ Year, China for 8kg/ Year, 2018 Year, China's lamb imports 31.92 Tens of thousands of tons, exported 0.34 China faces a significant gap in beef and mutton production. This year, due to the impact of African swine fever, we are experiencing a substantial shortage of pork, the country's primary meat consumption product.

6、 The level of development in animal husbandry and its share of agricultural output are important indicators for measuring a country's and region's agricultural modernization and overall developmental status. 2016 This year, China's livestock industry output reached 3.2 Trillions, accounting for approximately the total output value of agriculture, animal husbandry, and fisheries. 28.3% Among them, the pig farming industry accounts for about half. According to the experience of developed countries, the output value of animal husbandry typically makes up a significant portion of the total agricultural output value. 50% Well, the output value of U.S. livestock farming accounts for the total agricultural output. 43% , the Netherlands is approximately 50% , all of which are far higher than in our country.

As a critically important industry closely tied to people's livelihoods, it plays a vital role in meeting the nation's growing demand for meat, eggs, and dairy—from basic sustenance to the pursuit of a moderately prosperous life. This sector is essential to providing the physical foundation that strengthens and nourishes the Chinese nation. Looking ahead, the industry holds immense opportunities, with both quantity and quality set to experience robust growth. As industry professionals, we must push beyond our limits, continuously drive technological innovation, apply what we learn to practical use, and strive for efficient, green, and sustainable development in our sector.

IV. Words of Encouragement for Graduate Students

1 In terms of career planning, if you have a service-oriented mindset and aspire to a relatively comfortable life, it’s recommended that you consider taking the civil service exam. For those from financially well-off families, it’s recommended to pursue advanced studies abroad and read extensively. If you harbor a passion for technology, consider pursuing a PhD or furthering your education at a research institute. And if your dream is to become an entrepreneur, entering the corporate world would be the ideal path.

2 , hoping to be a graduate student on campus  ： We must firmly keep in mind the two missions of obtaining diplomas and cultivating abilities. We must diligently strengthen two key pillars—devoting ourselves to studying both natural sciences and humanities—and skillfully balance the two "wings" of ambition and perseverance.

3 "Everyone will surely become someone with a broad perspective, a wide-ranging vision, and a lofty vantage point tomorrow; " A person of self-discipline, self-healing, and self-igniting cultivation.