我国种植业农药使用量连续8年下降

Core Insights - The "China Agricultural Green Development Report 2024" indicates a continuous decline in pesticide usage in the agricultural sector, with a total of 242,000 tons projected for 2024, marking the eighth consecutive year of reduction [1][2] - The report highlights significant advancements in agricultural practices, including a comprehensive increase in the utilization of soil testing and formula fertilization techniques, with coverage exceeding 90% [1] - The overall fertilizer application in agriculture has decreased, with total usage for 2023 and 2024 recorded at 50.22 million tons and 49.88 million tons respectively, reflecting a reduction of 4.4% and 5.0% compared to 2020 [1][2] Agricultural Water and Fertilization - In 2023, the total agricultural water usage reached 367.24 billion cubic meters, accounting for 62.2% of the total water consumption, with plans to develop over 16 million acres of efficient water-saving irrigation in 2024 [1] - The fertilizer utilization rate for major crops such as rice, wheat, and corn is projected to reach 42.6% in 2024 [1] Environmental and Economic Impact - The report emphasizes the improvement in the agricultural environment, with a comprehensive utilization rate of livestock and poultry manure reaching 79.4% in 2024, and over 30% of chemical fertilizers being replaced by organic manure [2] - Rural residents' disposable income has reached 23,119 yuan, with the urban-rural income ratio narrowing to 2.34:1, indicating economic progress in rural areas [2] - The coverage rate for green pest control measures has reached 57.7%, with a total of 1.38 billion acres of major crops under green pest management [2]