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Artful soils: the delightful intersection of art and farming

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Artful farmscapes: merging creativity and cultivation
Artful farmscapes: merging creativity and cultivation

Artful soils: the delightful intersection of art and farming

The National Palace Museum and Chiayi County have joined forces to promote local agriculture and cultural heritage with a special line of cobranded products. The announcement was made at a news conference held at the museum's southern branch in Taibao City, as confirmed by photographer Tsai Tsung-hsun from the Taipei Times.

The event marked the official launch of the cobranded products, which will be available for purchase before the Mid-Autumn Festival. The collaboration aims to boost sales ahead of the traditional Chinese festival, during which families gather to eat mooncakes and other treats.

The 34 agricultural products from Chiayi County, co-branded with the National Palace Museum, include items such as rice, tea, fruits, and specialty local produce. The packaging designs feature artistic representations from the museum's collection, including traditional Chinese paintings, calligraphy, and motifs inspired by ancient artifacts.

At the news conference, National Palace Museum director Hsiao Tsung-huang and Chiayi County Commissioner Wen Chang-liang emphasised the importance of preserving and promoting local culture and agriculture. The cobranded products are a testament to this shared vision, combining the rich heritage of the National Palace Museum with the high-quality produce of Chiayi County.

Tsai Tsung-hsun, who attended the news conference and photographed the event, shared that the products and their packaging designs were beautifully crafted, showcasing the best of both worlds. The photos taken by Tsai Tsung-hsun also captured the attendees of the news conference, including Hsiao Tsung-huang and Wen Chang-liang.

These cobranded products are set to add a unique touch to this year's Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations, offering consumers a chance to enjoy traditional Chinese culture while supporting local agriculture. With the Mid-Autumn Festival fast approaching, it's an exciting time to explore the offerings of this collaboration and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Taiwan.

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