This is a typical gully region of the Loess Plateau, where soil erosion is very serious; the land is barren, and it has been dry for ten years. Despite the good policies of the state, some people have taken the road to become rich, but many farmers are still struggling on the poverty line. This passage mainly states:. ['The backward economy and lack of culture on the Loess Plateau contrast with the colorful world outside.', 'Instead of waiting for national policy assistance, the local government should adapt to local conditions and develop regional characteristics to escape poverty.', 'The poor natural environment is a major obstacle to the prosperity of local people.', 'Solving the problem of food and clothing for the people in some Northwest poverty-stricken areas is a top priority for coordinated development.']