In August, the Organic Food Development Center of China's Ministry of Environmental Protection decided to make Chaoda's organic tea production base a 2010 demonstration center for organic farming. The role of agricultural demonstration center is restricted to enterprises that have engaged in organic farming for at least 10 years, creating a positive economic, social, and environmental impact. The decision reflects Chaoda's longstanding commitment to organic farming, environmental protection, and sustainable agriculture. The company's organic tea production base has helped to develop one of the region's historic industries by improving quality and safety, and has also helped increase income levels among farmers. Chaoda's tea farm has earned a reputation for good management, operational standards, and overall excellence.