法治筑屏障 中原粮更安——河南用法治力量保障好粮食安全

Core Viewpoint - The introduction of the "Henan Province Grain Security Guarantee Regulations" marks a significant step towards legal and systematic governance of grain security in Henan, a key grain-producing province in China, which contributes substantially to national grain production [1][2]. Group 1: Legislative Background - The regulation aligns with national legal frameworks, particularly the upcoming "Grain Security Guarantee Law" effective June 1, 2024, and aims to enhance grain supply and risk prevention capabilities [2]. - Henan's grain production has remained stable at over 1.3 trillion jin (approximately 650 billion kg) for eight consecutive years, but challenges such as structural and regional disparities persist [2]. Group 2: Agricultural Foundations - The regulation emphasizes the importance of arable land and seed quality, mandating the construction of high-standard farmland and strict management of land use [3]. - High-standard farmland in Henan has increased productivity by 10%-20%, contributing over 22 billion jin (approximately 11 million tons) to grain output [3]. Group 3: Comprehensive Risk Management - The regulation establishes a comprehensive grain security framework, focusing on optimizing storage management and enhancing the grain circulation system [4]. - Local grain reserves are sufficient to meet approximately three months of market demand, with specific cities like Zhengzhou having reserves for 15 days of supply [4]. - A dedicated chapter on grain regulation is included, introducing monitoring and early warning systems for grain security [4]. Group 4: Industrial Empowerment - The regulation promotes a shift from raw grain production to value-added processing, emphasizing the importance of industry integration and brand development [5][6]. - Financial support mechanisms are established to incentivize grain production, with rural residents' disposable income projected to reach 21,330 yuan in 2024 [5]. - The grain processing industry in Henan has maintained a total output value of over 300 billion yuan, positioning it among the top in the country [5]. Group 5: Brand Development - The regulation supports the creation of public brands for major agricultural products and promotes marketing efforts through various channels [6]. - Initiatives such as promotional events in major cities aim to enhance the visibility and competitiveness of Henan's grain products [6].