On October 25, during the opening ceremony of the 31st Yangling Agricultural High-tech Expo, significant advancements in agricultural technology were showcased, including the grade A quality fragrant rice variety “Huazheyou 210” and the high-yield, resistant hybrid wheat variety “Jingmai 189”. This event featured the release of 100 major agricultural technology achievements and over 1,000 outstanding results, selected and organized by the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences.
These technological advancements focus on critical themes such as food security, stable production, and the development of unique industries. They represent contributions from nearly 100 research institutes, agricultural universities, and enterprises across China, showcasing over 1,300 agricultural innovations. Experts from academic and industry sectors meticulously reviewed and identified more than 1,000 valuable projects, spanning areas like green planting, healthy breeding, resource management, processing, and smart equipment. From these, 100 major achievements were highlighted for priority promotion, along with 10 selected technologies that have significant potential for international collaboration.
The initiative to gather and assess these innovations has been underway for four years, with this particular release aimed at enhancing supply-demand connections and accelerating the transformation of innovative achievements into practical applications. These results will be incorporated into a key project library for technology conversion, supported by ongoing services from technical managers and long-term online showcases to elevate visibility and engagement.
Furthermore, the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences is actively exploring diverse pathways to enhance the conversion of agricultural technology achievements, aiming to align high-quality technological supply with industry demands. They have established 18 expert groups focused on vital sectors, including wheat, rice, and rural construction, to systematically support food security and ensure stable agricultural production. In reinforcing collaborations with enterprises, they have partnered with over 100 renowned businesses and financial institutions to build a cooperative development framework, providing technical services to more than 400 companies and facilitating the market application of scientific advancements.
