Giant 151-kilogram pumpkin draws attention in Xizang

A view of the giant pumpkins in an agricultural park in Maldrogungkar county of Lhasa, Xizang autonomous region. [Photo by Kelsang Lhundrub/For chinadaily.com.cn]

A giant 151-kilogram pumpkin with a 95-centimeter diameter has captured attention at the agricultural demonstration park in Maldrogungkar county of Lhasa, Xizang autonomous region, Xizang Daily reported.

Meng Deli, from Shouguang in Shandong province, has been sharing his agricultural expertise in Xizang since 2016. Before joining the Maldrogungkar park in April 2025, he worked in Panam and Khangmar counties, helping develop local fruit and vegetable production.

A view of the giant pumpkins in an agricultural park in Maldrogungkar county of Lhasa, Xizang autonomous region. [Photo by Kelsang Lhundrub/For chinadaily.com.cn]

"My goal is to introduce Shouguang's proven models and technologies here, so locals can enjoy fresh fruits all year round and see flowers bloom every month," Meng told Xizang Daily.

Built in 2017, the Maldrogungkar Modern Agricultural Demonstration Park has become a municipal-level showcase for modern farming. It now features 80 greenhouses, 50 renovated sheds, and cold storage, helping to drive agricultural modernization and improve local livelihoods.

A view of the giant pumpkins in an agricultural park in Maldrogungkar county of Lhasa, Xizang autonomous region. [Photo by Kelsang Lhundrub/For chinadaily.com.cn]