夏粮产量创历史次高！农业上半年交出“三稳”成绩单｜2025中国经济半年报

Core Viewpoint - The overall agricultural and rural economy in China is stable and improving, with strong summer grain production laying a solid foundation for the year, and various agricultural sectors showing positive growth indicators [1][2]. Group 1: Agricultural Production - Summer grain production reached 2994.8 billion jin, the second highest in history, with early rice harvest at about 60% and autumn grain area expected to increase slightly [2][3]. - The quality of wheat has improved compared to last year, with better metrics in terms of weight and protein content [2]. - The Ministry of Agriculture has initiated a "100-day action" plan to enhance summer management and ensure a good autumn harvest [4]. Group 2: Livestock and Dairy Industry - The livestock sector has shown recovery, with meat cattle farming turning profitable and pig farming maintaining profitability for 14 consecutive months [7][8]. - The number of breeding sows was reported at 40.43 million, slightly down from last year, indicating a controlled production environment [8]. - Dairy farming is also recovering, with a decrease in costs and improved market conditions due to new standards for sterilized milk [7]. Group 3: Consumer Market and Prices - The supply of "vegetable basket" products, including meat, dairy, and vegetables, is abundant, with a 2.8% increase in meat production and a 0.5% increase in milk production [5][6]. - The wholesale price index for "vegetable basket" products averaged 119.91, showing a slight decrease compared to last year [6]. - The Ministry of Agriculture plans to implement measures to ensure stable supply and quality of agricultural products amidst potential adverse weather conditions [6].