抓好监测、稳定生产、顺畅流通 “菜篮子”保供基础扎实

Core Viewpoint - The supply of "vegetable basket" products is stable and sufficient, ensuring the livelihood of the population, with various measures being implemented to address challenges in the livestock and dairy sectors [1][2][3]. Group 1: Supply and Production - As of the end of March, the national breeding sow inventory reached 40.39 million heads, with a total meat production of 25.4 million tons in the first quarter, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 2% [1]. - The area of vegetables planted nationwide reached 83.25 million acres in early April, an increase of 1.9 percentage points year-on-year [1]. - The wholesale price index for "vegetable basket" products was 120.92 in the week of April 7-13, showing a slight decrease of 0.09 points from the previous week and a year-on-year decrease of 2.78 points, indicating overall price stability [1]. Group 2: Quality and Safety - The overall compliance rate for national agricultural product quality safety monitoring reached 98% in 2024, with a first-quarter rate of 98.3% [1]. - A classification supervision system for production origins is being implemented to ensure quality control at the initial stages of agricultural product sales [2]. Group 3: Policy Measures and Support - Various departments have proposed a package of relief policies to address the low market prices for beef and dairy, including projects to enhance the quality and capacity of dairy production [2]. - Since February, live cattle prices have been on the rise, alleviating losses in beef cattle farming, while fresh milk prices remain low due to seasonal consumption patterns [2]. - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs is set to strengthen financial and insurance support to enhance the quality and efficiency of the agricultural supply chain [2][3]. Group 4: Future Outlook - The production capacity for meat, eggs, milk, vegetables, fruits, and fish is robust, ensuring that supply can meet urban and rural demand [3]. - The government plans to implement a "vegetable basket" mayor responsibility system to oversee production, supply, market circulation, and quality safety [3].