小满

The Minor Full Grain, or Xiaoman, is one of the 24 solar terms in the traditional Chinese calendar.

It usually falls around May 21st each year. This term signifies the period when the grains start to become plump but are not fully ripe yet.

During this time, farmers are busy with fieldwork, ensuring the crops receive enough water and nutrients.

Xiaoman is also a time of growing vitality in nature.

The weather gets warmer, and rain becomes more frequent, promoting the growth of plants and crops.

In many parts of China, people celebrate this period with various customs and activities, such as offering sacrifices to the god of grain to pray for a good harvest.