Core Insights - The province is entering the peak period for summer grain harvesting and purchasing, with a focus on ensuring quality and quantity in the collection process amid a weak wheat market and increased uncertainty [1][2]. Group 1: Harvesting Progress - As of May 29, the province has harvested 3.29 million acres of wheat, achieving a progress rate of 9%, which is 6 percentage points faster than the same period last year [2]. - The province is deploying 130,000 harvesting machines and 37,000 drying machines, with a machine harvesting rate expected to stabilize at around 99% [2]. - Weather forecasts predict 2 to 3 rainfall events during the harvesting period, prompting efforts to maximize harvesting during clear weather [2]. Group 2: Market Purchase Strategies - The province aims to expand market-oriented purchasing, encouraging state-owned grain enterprises to set reasonable prices and enhance market activity [3]. - The Agricultural Development Bank of Jiangsu has allocated 20 billion yuan in special credit funds for summer grain purchases, ensuring a seamless approval process for loans [3]. Group 3: Storage Capacity - Various regions have prepared significant storage capacities, with Wuxi having 189,000 tons and Nanjing 204,000 tons ready for grain purchases [4]. - The China Grain Reserves Corporation has prepared around 2 million tons of storage capacity, covering major wheat production areas [4]. Group 4: Policy Support - The province plans to implement minimum purchase price policies for wheat in eligible areas, ensuring farmers can sell their grain [6]. - A collaborative approach among various departments aims to ensure that there are sufficient resources for grain collection, including financial support, storage, and transportation [6].
江苏多部门联手打出夏粮收购组合拳确保“钱等粮”增收“有托底”
Xin Hua Ri Bao·2025-06-02 22:47