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Ultra Clean Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results
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HAYWARD, Calif., Oct. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: UCTT), today reported its financial results for the third quarter ended September 27, 2024.
“UCT’s third quarter results came in above expectations driven by broader equipment demand for AI infrastructure build out and sustained domestic China market spending,” said Jim Scholhamer, CEO. “The rationale for significant long-term investment in WFE remains strong. UCT’s vertical integration capabilities and strategic manufacturing network provide a competitive edge, and should enable us to increase share as demand expands.”
Third Quarter 2024 GAAP Financial Results
Total revenue was $540.4 million. Products contributed $479.0 million and Services added $61.4 million. Total gross margin was 17.3%, operating margin was 4.7%, and net loss was $(2.3) million or $(0.05) per diluted share. This compares to total revenue of $516.1 million, gross margin of 17.1%, operating margin of 4.4%, and net income of $19.1 million or $0.42 per diluted share, in the prior quarter.
Third Quarter 2024 Non-GAAP Financial Results
On a non-GAAP basis, gross margin was 17.8%, operating margin was 7.3%, and net income was $15.9 million or $0.35 per diluted share. This compares to gross margin of 17.7%, operating margin of 6.9%, and net income of $14.4 million or $0.32 per diluted share in the prior quarter.
Fourth Quarter 2024 Outlook
The Company expects revenue in the range of $535 million to $585 million. The Company expects GAAP diluted net income per share to be between $0.06 and $0.26 and non-GAAP diluted net income per share to be between $0.34 and $0.54.
Conference Call
The conference call and webcast will take place on Monday, October 28, 2024 at 1:45 p.m. PT and can be accessed by dialing 1-800-836-8184 or 1-646-357-8785. No passcode is required. A replay of the call will be available by dialing 1-888-660-6345 or 1-646-517-4150 and entering the confirmation code 34185#. The Webcast will be available on the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website at http://uct.com/investors/events/.
About Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc.
Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. is a leading developer and supplier of critical subsystems, components, parts, and ultra-high purity cleaning and analytical services, primarily for the semiconductor industry. Under its Products division, UCT offers its customers an integrated outsourced solution for major subassemblies, improved design-to-delivery cycle times, design for manufacturability, prototyping, and high-precision manufacturing. Under its Services Division, UCT offers its customers tool chamber parts cleaning and coating, as well as micro-contamination analytical services. Ultra Clean is headquartered in Hayward, California. Additional information is available at www.uct.com.
Use of Non-GAAP Measures
In addition to providing results that are determined in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States of America (“GAAP”), management uses non-GAAP gross margin, non-GAAP operating margin and non-GAAP net income to evaluate the Company’s operating and financial results. We believe the presentation of non-GAAP results is useful to investors for analyzing our core business and business trends and comparing performance to prior periods, along with enhancing investors’ ability to view the Company’s results from management’s perspective. The presentation of this additional information should not be considered a substitute for results prepared in accordance with GAAP. Tables presenting reconciliations from GAAP results to non-GAAP results are included at the end of this press release.
The Company defines non-GAAP net income as net income (loss) before amortization of intangible assets, stock-based compensation, restructuring charges, acquisition activity costs, fair value adjustments, debt refinancing costs, legal-related costs and the tax effects of the foregoing adjustments.
A reconciliation of our guidance for non-GAAP net income per diluted share for the subsequent quarter is not available due to fluctuations in the geographic mix of our earnings from quarter to quarter, which impacts our tax rate and cannot be reasonably predicted or determined. As a result, such reconciliation is not available without unreasonable efforts and we are unable to determine the probable significance of the unavailable information.
Safe Harbor Statement
The foregoing information contains, or may be deemed to contain, “forward-looking statements” (as defined in the US Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) which reflect our current views with respect to future events and financial performance. We use words such as “anticipates,” “projection,” “outlook,” “forecast,” “believes,” “plan,” “expect,” “future,” “intends,” “may,” “will,” “estimates,” “see,” “predicts,” “should” and similar expressions to identify these forward-looking statements. Forward looking statements included in this press release include our expectations about the semiconductor capital equipment market and outlook. All forward-looking statements address matters that involve risks and uncertainties. Accordingly, the Company’s actual results may differ materially from the results predicted or implied by these forward-looking statements. These risks, uncertainties and other factors also include, among others, those identified in “Risk Factors,” “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and elsewhere in our annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 29, 2023, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise unless required by law.
Contact:
Rhonda Bennetto
SVP Investor Relations
rbennetto@uct.com
ULTRA CLEAN HOLDINGS, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Unaudited; in millions, except per share data)
Three Months Ended
Nine Months Ended
September 27,
2024
September 29,
2023
September 27,
2024
September 29,
2023
Revenues:
Product
$ 479.0
$ 380.9
$ 1,350.2
$ 1,112.0
Services
61.4
54.1
184.1
177.8
Total revenues
540.4
435.0
1,534.3
1,289.8
Cost of revenues:
Product
403.3
329.3
1,141.2
955.5
Services
43.7
40.5
128.6
128.0
Total cost revenues
447.0
369.8
1,269.8
1,083.5
Gross margin
93.4
65.2
264.5
206.3
Operating expenses:
Research and development
7.1
7.4
21.2
21.7
Sales and marketing
14.4
12.8
42.9
38.6
General and administrative
46.7
39.3
135.1
115.3
Total operating expenses
68.2
59.5
199.2
175.6
Income from operations
25.2
5.7
65.3
30.7
Interest income
1.1
1.2
3.9
2.5
Interest expense
(12.0)
(12.3)
(35.8)
(35.9)
Other income (expense), net
(4.1)
(2.1)
9.3
(0.8)
Income before provision for income taxes
10.2
(7.5)
42.7
(3.5)
Provision for income taxes
9.9
5.3
28.2
17.1
Net income (loss)
0.3
(12.8)
14.5
(20.6)
Less: Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests
2.6
1.7
7.1
6.7
Net income (loss) attributable to UCT
$ (2.3)
$ (14.5)
$ 7.4
$ (27.3)
Net income (loss) per share attributable to UCT common stockholders:
Basic
$ (0.05)
$ (0.32)
$ 0.16
$ (0.61)
Diluted
$ (0.05)
$ (0.32)
$ 0.16
$ (0.61)
Shares used in computing net income (loss) per share:
Basic
45.0
44.8
44.8
44.8
Diluted
45.0
44.8
45.4
44.8
ULTRA CLEAN HOLDINGS, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Unaudited; in millions)
September 27,
2024
December 29,
2023
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 318.2
$ 307.0
Accounts receivable, net of allowance for credit losses
228.1
180.8
Inventories
402.6
374.5
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
36.9
30.9
Total current assets
985.8
893.2
Property, plant and equipment, net
327.7
328.3
Goodwill
265.3
265.2
Intangible assets, net
192.4
215.3
Deferred tax assets, net
3.6
3.1
Operating lease right-of-use assets
162.2
151.7
Other non-current assets
10.5
10.9
Total assets
$ 1,947.5
$ 1,867.7
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Bank borrowings
$ 16.4
$ 17.6
Accounts payable
233.2
192.9
Accrued compensation and related benefits
47.9
47.7
Operating lease liabilities
19.0
18.1
Other current liabilities
42.3
33.7
Total current liabilities
358.8
310.0
Bank borrowings, net of current portion
475.8
461.2
Deferred tax liabilities
18.9
19.0
Operating lease liabilities
155.6
143.0
Other liabilities
16.0
37.3
Total liabilities
1,025.1
970.5
Equity:
UCT stockholders’ equity:
Common stock
507.7
496.6
Retained earnings
354.1
346.7
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
(3.9)
(4.4)
Total UCT stockholders’ equity
857.9
838.9
Noncontrolling interests
64.5
58.3
Total equity
922.4
897.2
Total liabilities and equity
$ 1,947.5
$ 1,867.7
ULTRA CLEAN HOLDINGS, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Unaudited; in millions)
Nine Months Ended
September 27,
2024
September 29,
2023
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income (loss)
$ 14.5
$ (20.6)
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization
34.1
27.9
Amortization of intangible assets
22.9
16.9
Stock-based compensation
12.7
8.7
Amortization of debt issuance costs
2.4
2.9
Change in the fair value of financial instruments
(21.7)
(0.3)
Deferred income taxes
(1.2)
0.1
Loss (gain) on sale of property, plant and equipment
1.2
(1.1)
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable
(47.3)
83.2
Inventories
(28.1)
65.6
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
(2.9)
7.5
Other non-current assets
0.6
0.8
Accounts payable
46.1
(61.2)
Accrued compensation and related benefits
0.2
(11.8)
Income taxes payable
1.4
(8.9)
Operating lease assets and liabilities
8.1
(3.7)
Other liabilities
4.9
(5.4)
Net cash provided by operating activities
47.9
100.6
Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchases of property, plant and equipment
(46.2)
(59.2)
Proceeds from sale of equipment
—
2.3
Net cash used in investing activities
(46.2)
(56.9)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Proceeds from bank borrowings
67.7
—
Proceeds from issuance of common stock
0.9
—
Extinguishment of debt
(44.2)
—
Principal payments on bank borrowings
(10.1)
(34.7)
Payment of debt issuance costs
(2.5)
(0.3)
Employees’ taxes paid upon vesting of restricted stock units
(2.5)
(2.2)
Payments of dividends to a joint venture shareholder
(0.5)
(0.1)
Repurchase of shares
—
(23.7)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities
8.8
(61.0)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
0.7
0.5
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
11.2
(16.8)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
307.0
358.8
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
$ 318.2
$ 342.0
ULTRA CLEAN HOLDINGS, INC.
REPORTABLE SEGMENTS
GAAP TO NON-GAAP RECONCILIATION
(Unaudited; dollars in millions)
GAAP
Non-GAAP
Three Months Ended
Three Months Ended
September 27, 2024
September 27, 2024
Products
Services
Consolidated
Products
Services
Consolidated
Revenues
$ 479.0
$ 61.4
$ 540.4
$ 479.0
$ 61.4
$ 540.4
Gross profit
$ 75.7
$ 17.7
$ 93.4
$ 77.3
$ 18.7
$ 96.0
Gross margin
15.8 %
28.8 %
17.3 %
16.1 %
30.5 %
17.8 %
Income from operations
$ 22.4
$ 2.8
$ 25.2
$ 33.3
$ 6.2
$ 39.5
Operating margin
4.7 %
4.6 %
4.7 %
7.0 %
10.1 %
7.3 %
Three Months Ended
September 27, 2024
Products
Services
Consolidated
Reconciliation of GAAP Gross profit to Non-GAAP Gross profit (in millions)
Reported gross profit on a GAAP basis
$ 75.7
$ 17.7
$ 93.4
Amortization of intangible assets (1)
1.3
1.0
2.3
Stock-based compensation expense (2)
0.3
—
0.3
Non-GAAP gross profit
$ 77.3
$ 18.7
$ 96.0
Reconciliation of GAAP Gross margin to Non-GAAP Gross margin
Reported gross margin on a GAAP basis
15.8 %
28.8 %
17.3 %
Amortization of intangible assets (1)
0.2 %
1.7 %
0.4 %
Stock-based compensation expense (2)
0.1 %
— %
0.1 %
Non-GAAP gross margin
16.1 %
30.5 %
17.8 %
Reconciliation of GAAP Income from operations to Non-GAAP Income from operations (in millions)
Reported income from operations on a GAAP basis
$ 22.4
$ 2.8
$ 25.2
Amortization of intangible assets (1)
4.7
2.9
7.6
Stock-based compensation expense (2)
4.0
0.5
4.5
Restructuring charges (3)
0.3
—
0.3
Acquisition related costs (4)
0.6
—
0.6
Legal-related costs (5)
1.3
—
1.3
Non-GAAP income from operations
$ 33.3
$ 6.2
$ 39.5
Reconciliation of GAAP Operating margin to Non-GAAP Operating margin
Reported operating margin on a GAAP basis
4.7 %
4.6 %
4.7 %
Amortization of intangible assets (1)
1.0 %
4.7 %
1.4 %
Stock-based compensation expense (2)
0.8 %
0.8 %
0.8 %
Restructuring charges (3)
0.1 %
— %
0.1 %
Acquisition related costs (4)
0.1 %
— %
0.1 %
Legal-related costs (5)
0.3 %
— %
0.2 %
Non-GAAP operating margin
7.0 %
10.1 %
7.3 %
1 Amortization of intangible assets related to the Company’s business acquisitions
2 Represents compensation expense for stock granted to employees and directors
3 Represents severance, retention and costs related to facility closures
4 Represents acquisition activity costs
5 Represents estimated costs related to certain legal proceedings
ULTRA CLEAN HOLDINGS, INC.
UNAUDITED RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP ADJUSTED RESULTS
Three Months Ended
September 27,
2024
September 29,
2023
June 28,
2024
Reconciliation of GAAP Net Income (Loss) to Non-GAAP Net Income (in millions)
Reported net income (loss) attributable to UCT on a GAAP basis
(2.3)
$ (14.5)
$ 19.1
Amortization of intangible assets (1)
7.6
5.5
7.6
Stock-based compensation expense (2)
4.5
3.9
4.7
Restructuring charges (3)
0.3
3.2
0.5
Acquisition related costs (4)
0.6
0.7
—
Fair value related adjustments (5)
0.8
—
(24.1)
Debt refinancing costs expensed (6)
—
—
3.6
Legal-related costs (7)
1.3
—
—
Income tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments (8)
(4.1)
(5.0)
1.9
Income tax effect of valuation allowance (9)
7.2
8.2
1.1
Non-GAAP net income attributable to UCT
$ 15.9
$ 2.0
$ 14.4
Reconciliation of GAAP Income from operations to Non-GAAP Income from operations (in millions)
Reported income from operations on a GAAP basis
$ 25.2
$ 5.7
$ 22.9
Amortization of intangible assets (1)
7.6
5.5
7.6
Stock-based compensation expense (2)
4.5
3.9
4.7
Restructuring charges (3)
0.3
3.2
0.5
Acquisition related costs (4)
0.6
0.7
—
Legal-related costs (7)
1.3
—
—
Non-GAAP income from operations
$ 39.5
$ 19.0
$ 35.7
Reconciliation of GAAP Operating margin to Non-GAAP Operating margin
Reported operating margin on a GAAP basis
4.7 %
1.3 %
4.4 %
Amortization of intangible assets (1)
1.4 %
1.3 %
1.5 %
Stock-based compensation expense (2)
0.8 %
0.9 %
0.9 %
Restructuring charges (3)
0.1 %
0.7 %
0.1 %
Acquisition related costs (4)
0.1 %
0.2 %
— %
Legal-related costs (7)
0.2 %
— %
— %
Non-GAAP operating margin
7.3 %
4.4 %
6.9 %
Reconciliation of GAAP Gross profit to Non-GAAP Gross profit (in millions)
Reported gross profit on a GAAP basis
$ 93.4
$ 65.2
$ 88.5
Amortization of intangible assets (1)
2.3
1.5
2.3
Stock-based compensation expense (2)
0.3
0.2
0.5
Restructuring charges (3)
—
0.7
0.2
Non-GAAP gross profit
$ 96.0
$ 67.6
$ 91.5
Reconciliation of GAAP Gross margin to Non-GAAP Gross margin
Reported gross margin on a GAAP basis
17.3 %
15.0 %
17.1 %
Amortization of intangible assets (1)
0.4 %
0.3 %
0.5 %
Stock-based compensation expense (2)
0.1 %
0.0 %
0.1 %
Restructuring charges (3)
— %
0.2 %
0.0 %
Non-GAAP gross margin
17.8 %
15.5 %
17.7 %
Reconciliation of GAAP Other income (expense), net to Non-GAAP Other income (expense), net (in millions)
Reported Other income (expense), net on a GAAP basis
$ (4.1)
$ (2.1)
$ 17.4
Fair value related adjustments (5)
0.8
—
(24.1)
Debt refinancing costs expensed (6)
—
—
3.6
Non-GAAP Other income (expense), net
$ (3.3)
$ (2.1)
$ (3.1)
Reconciliation of GAAP Income (Loss) Per Diluted Share to Non-GAAP Earnings Per Diluted Share
Reported net income (loss) on a GAAP basis
$ (0.05)
$ (0.32)
$ 0.42
Amortization of intangible assets (1)
0.17
0.12
0.17
Stock-based compensation expense (2)
0.10
0.09
0.10
Restructuring charges (3)
0.00
0.07
0.01
Acquisition related costs (4)
0.01
0.02
—
Fair value related adjustments (5)
0.02
—
(0.53)
Debt refinancing costs expensed (6)
—
—
0.08
Legal-related costs (7)
0.03
—
—
Income tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments (8)
(0.09)
(0.11)
0.04
Income tax effect of valuation allowance (9)
0.16
0.17
0.03
Non-GAAP net earnings
$ 0.35
$ 0.04
$ 0.32
Weighted average number of diluted shares (in millions) on a non-GAAP basis
45.5
45.0
45.4
ULTRA CLEAN HOLDINGS, INC.
UNAUDITED RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP EFFECTIVE INCOME TAX RATE
Three Months Ended
September 27,
2024
September 29,
2023
June 28,
2024
Provision for income taxes on a GAAP basis
$ 9.9
$ 5.3
$ 8.5
Income tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments (8)
4.1
5.0
(1.9)
Income tax effect of valuation allowance (9)
(7.2)
(8.2)
(1.1)
Non-GAAP provision for income taxes
$ 6.8
$ 2.2
$ 5.5
Income before income taxes on a GAAP basis
$ 10.2
$ (7.5)
$ 30.0
Amortization of intangible assets (1)
7.6
5.5
7.6
Stock-based compensation expense (2)
4.5
3.9
4.7
Restructuring charges (3)
0.3
3.2
0.5
Acquisition related costs (4)
0.6
0.7
—
Fair value related adjustments (5)
0.8
—
(24.1)
Debt refinancing costs expensed (6)
—
—
3.6
Legal-related costs (7)
1.3
—
—
Non-GAAP income before income taxes
$ 25.3
$ 5.8
$ 22.3
Effective income tax rate on a GAAP basis
97.1 %
(70.7) %
28.3 %
Non-GAAP effective income tax rate
27.1 %
37.3 %
24.7 %
1 Amortization of intangible assets related to the Company’s business acquisitions
2 Represents compensation expense for stock granted to employees and directors
3 Represents severance, retention and costs related to facility closures
4 Represents acquisition activity costs
5 Fair value adjustments related to contingent consideration
6 Represents the third party transaction costs related to the amended credit agreement and the previously capitalized
costs of extinguished debt
7 Represents estimated costs related to certain legal proceedings
8 Tax effect of items (1) through (7) above based on the non-GAAP tax rate
9 The Company’s GAAP tax expense is generally higher than the Company’s non-GAAP tax expense, primarily due to
losses in the U.S. with full federal and state valuation allowances. The Company’s non-GAAP tax rate and resulting
non-GAAP tax expense considers the tax implications as if there was no federal or state valuation allowance position
in effect
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UBHOME is a brand under UBTECH Robotics, focusing on providing smart solutions for families. UBTECH is a world-leading robot enterprise dedicated to the research and development and application of artificial intelligence and robot technology and has successfully served more than 900 enterprise-level customers in more than 50 countries around the world.
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Global Launch of JETOUR T2 i-DM: Reshaping the Hybrid SUV Market
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DOHA, Qatar, Dec. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On December 25, 2024, the First JETOUR Fan’s Festival and the Launch of T2 i-DM was held in Qatar, themed “Think Future”. During the event, JETOUR launched its user brand “Traveler” in the Middle East and its first hybrid model, JETOUR T2 i-DM. The launch event highlights JETOUR’s commitment to exploring sustainable travel modes and ambition to become the “The World’s Leading Brand in Hybrid Off-road Vehicles” under the “Travel+” strategy.
JETOUR T2 i-DM not only inherits the strengths of T2 series, but also achieves high energy efficiency, high performance, high safety, and high intelligence with its advanced hybrid technology, i-DM. With a maximum combined power of 280kW and torque of 610N•m, T2 i-DM boasts a NEDC pure electric range of 139km and an overall range exceeding 1,000km at just 0.8L/100km, addressing range anxiety and promoting green travel.
Mr. Dai Lihong, executive vice president of JETOUR Auto, emphasized technology’s role in producing world-class products. The launch also introduced “Traveler”, enriching user experience through diverse products and superior performance. This year, JETOUR has ranked third in sales across the Qatari auto market. The Fan’s Festival invited user representatives from across the Middle East to witness the unveiling of “Traveler”, experiencing “Travel+” culture through city tours and co-creation workshops.
JETOUR prioritizes users, listening to their needs and co-creating products, brand, and lifestyle. Through “Traveler,” JETOUR aims to provide richer travel experiences and benefits globally, leveraging the platform to spread the “Travel+” culture worldwide. Mr. Alex Tan, Vice President of JETOUR International, said, “Serving ‘JETOUR users’ and being ‘a user-oriented JETOUR’ are JETOUR’s development philosophy. JETOUR will continue to build a travel community centered around users, cars, and lifestyles, sharing the joy of traveling together with users.”
JETOUR also partnered with Diamond League to promote athletics in Qatar and the Middle East, embodying JETOUR Speed and the brand’s image of breakthroughs and innovations. With T2 selling over 150,000 units globally, T2 i-DM will continue its success to meet customers’ needs and reshape the hybrid SUV market.
The launch of T2 i-DM marks JETOUR’s new journey towards “the World’s Leading Brand in Hybrid Off-road Vehicles.” JETOUR plans to introduce more hybrid and off-road models, providing customers with eco-friendly and diversified travel choices. With its innovative spirit and user-oriented philosophy, JETOUR will lead the global automotive industry towards a more sustainable and smarter future.
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My Date with Rural China—-VOC.com.cn Unveils Season Two of I Am in Rural China
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CHANGSHA, China, Dec. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Modern China’s rural revitalization strategy is crafting a remarkable narrative of transformation across the countryside, while progressive opening-up policies encourage foreign visitors to delve deeper into the nation’s heartland. On December 26th, VOC.com.cn premiered the second season of its acclaimed series, I Am in Rural China. The show follows Teona Kvartskhava, an international guest, as she explores the villages of Hunan Province, offering viewers a firsthand look at the dynamic implementation of comprehensive rural revitalization. This captivating series invites a global audience to witness the dawn of a new era in China’s rural landscapes, showcasing the country’s evolving countryside to viewers worldwide.
Rice field came as the first surprise. Hunan is the largest rice grower and producer in China. Hunan provides the high-quality and tasty rice. Teona Kvartskhava, a foreigner hardly feeding on rice, was tempted to have plenty of it. In Qunle Village, Lixian County, Changde, she also experienced “Double Rush”, which is a time-honored agricultural event in China. An event that used to call for the joint efforts of all family members, has now become much easier thanks to technology.
Departing from Lixian County for the moment, Teona Kvartskhava embarked on an exciting trip of tastes in Rucheng, Chenzhou, Southern Hunan. Hunan people are keen and expert on peppery food and spicy taste dominates the Hunan cuisine. Hunan is also rich in varieties of peppers. Jingpo town, a well-known town where spicy food prevails. It is a producer of red cluster pepper, officially one of the hottest peppers in China. From the crowded market, to the red and yellow pepper planting base, and then to the modern processing pepper workshop, the small cluster pepper strung up all corners of the town, so that the original ordinary mountain town has become extraordinarily lively and affluent.
Of course, the “star” of the countryside here is not only agriculture, but also culture, which has also blossomed in this ancient land. As the birthplace of papermaking, China has preserved a unique handmade papermaking technique, which is used to make some “special” papers. In Shanghong Village, Liuyang, Teona Kvartskhava was lucky to meet two Chinese masters, who showed her hands-on experiences of “Gushan Tribute Paper” and “Floral Paper”. As the process progresses, the paper took shape in her hands, as if history and culture were meeting in front of her eyes, and became the “first paper” in Teona Kvartskhava’s life.
So,What’s rural China like? It’s about hospitable peasants, about various agricultural produce, about profound history and culture, about colorful intangible cultural heritage. It’s like a book telling numerous absorbing stories. Hopefully Teona Kvartskhava’ll be luckier to visit more villages for their unique interest and charm.
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