Core Insights - Shenzhen is emerging as a leader in agricultural biotechnology, particularly in crop breeding, driven by a combination of scientific research and corporate innovation [1][8] - The city has developed a comprehensive breeding ecosystem that integrates foundational research, field applications, and industrialization [3][8] Group 1: Breakthroughs in Rice Breeding - The Shenzhen Agricultural Genome Research Institute's team led by Shang Lianguang has created the world's first super pan-genome map of rice, which includes 251 rice germplasm, enabling precise selection of superior genes for molecular design breeding [2][8] - The team has identified the salt-tolerant gene STG5, allowing the cultivation of salt-tolerant rice in saline soils with a salinity of 10‰, potentially transforming 30 million acres of coastal saline land into arable land [2][3] Group 2: Innovations in Weed Resistance - Tang Xiaoyan's team has developed "Clean Field Rice," which exhibits 10-15 times the herbicide resistance compared to traditional varieties, significantly reducing weed presence with just one herbicide application [3][8] - The "Wide Three-Line" hybrid breeding technology developed by Tang's team accelerates the breeding cycle from 5-10 years to just 3 years, enhancing the efficiency of hybrid rice production [3][8] Group 3: Smart Breeding Technologies - BGI's CropGS-Hub system allows for precise gene-trait associations, enabling even non-experts to identify target gene combinations for breeding [4][8] - The collaboration between BGI and Yunnan University has led to the development of "Perennial Rice 23," which can be harvested for three years after a single planting, significantly reducing farming costs [4][8] Group 4: Potato Breeding Revolution - Zhang Chunzh's team has introduced a new potato seed that is one-sixth the size of traditional seeds, addressing high transportation and planting costs associated with conventional potato cultivation [5][8] - The new potato varieties have a weight of 100-200 grams and possess superior quality, although current yields are only 60-80% of traditional varieties [5][8] Group 5: Advanced Gene Editing - Zhu Jiankang's team has developed a new CRISPR-Cas enzyme that overcomes international patent barriers, facilitating the application of gene editing technologies in China [6][8] - The high oleic acid soybean developed by Zhu's team has an oil content exceeding 80%, surpassing that of olive oil, and has received China's first agricultural gene editing safety certificate [6][8] Group 6: Supportive Ecosystem - Shenzhen's agricultural biotechnology sector benefits from strong policy support and a collaborative ecosystem involving government, enterprises, and research institutions [8][9] - The city has attracted top talent and established key research centers, such as the National Super Hybrid Rice Engineering Technology Research Center, enhancing its research capabilities [8][9]

Core Insights - Shenzhen is emerging as a leader in agricultural biotechnology, particularly in crop breeding, driven by a combination of scientific research and corporate innovation [1][8] - The city has developed a comprehensive breeding ecosystem that integrates foundational research, field applications, and industrialization, addressing practical agricultural challenges [3][8] Group 1: Breakthroughs in Rice Breeding - The Shenzhen Agricultural Genome Research Institute's team led by Shang Lianguang has created the world's first super pan-genome map of rice, encompassing 251 rice germplasm, which allows for precise selection of superior genes [2][8] - The team has identified the salt-tolerant gene STG5, enabling the cultivation of salt-resistant rice in saline soils, potentially transforming 30 million acres of coastal saline land into arable land [2][3] Group 2: Innovations in Weed Resistance - Tang Xiaoyan's team developed "Jietian Rice," which exhibits 10-15 times greater resistance to herbicides compared to traditional varieties, significantly reducing weed presence with just one herbicide application [3][8] - The introduction of the "Wide Three-Line" hybrid breeding technology has reduced the breeding cycle from 5-10 years to just 3 years, accelerating the development of high-quality hybrid rice [3][8] Group 3: Smart Breeding Technologies - BGI's CropGS-Hub system allows for precise gene-trait associations, enabling even non-experts to identify target gene combinations for breeding [4][8] - The "Perennial Rice 23" variety, developed in collaboration with Yunnan University, allows for three harvests from a single planting, significantly lowering cultivation costs [4][8] Group 4: Potato Breeding Revolution - Zhang Chunzh's team has developed a new potato seed that is one-sixth the size of traditional seeds, addressing high transportation and planting costs associated with conventional potato cultivation [5][8] - The new potato varieties have improved quality and nutritional content, although current yields are at 60-80% of traditional varieties [5][8] Group 5: Advancements in Gene Editing - Zhu Jiankang's team has developed a new CRISPR-Cas enzyme that enhances gene editing capabilities in China, facilitating the production of high oleic acid soybeans with oil content exceeding 80% [6][7] - The team's research has led to significant improvements in the health attributes of various crops, including increased GABA in tomatoes and resistant starch in rice and wheat [6][7] Group 6: Supportive Ecosystem for Biotechnology - Shenzhen's early adoption of biotechnology and strong policy support have attracted top talent and established a robust research environment, leading to significant advancements in agricultural biotechnology [8][9] - The combination of government funding and market-driven approaches has enabled research teams to align their innovations with national agricultural needs and industry challenges [9]

Group 1 - Wang Wentao met with the delegation from the US-China Business Council to discuss Sino-US economic relations and the development of US companies in China, emphasizing the need for mutual efforts to maintain a stable and sustainable economic relationship [1] - Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) reported a net profit of 30.5 billion yuan for the first half of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 33.02%, with revenue reaching 178.9 billion yuan, up 7.27% year-on-year [1] - The stock of Upwind New Materials will be suspended for trading due to multiple instances of abnormal trading fluctuations, with the company stating that its fundamentals have not changed significantly [1] Group 2 - The US core PCE price index for the second quarter increased by 2.5%, exceeding expectations of 2.3%, while actual personal consumption expenditures rose by 1.4% [2] - The Federal Reserve maintained the federal funds rate in the range of 4.25%-4.5%, marking the fifth consecutive decision to keep rates unchanged, with Chairman Powell indicating no decisions have been made regarding potential policy adjustments in September [2][3] Group 3 - The first intercity long-haul drone logistics route in the Greater Bay Area was launched, successfully demonstrating the feasibility of long-distance logistics operations [7] - The "Fengdeng Gene Scientist" AI system was released, marking a significant advancement in China's smart breeding technology, filling a technological gap in autonomous scientific discovery systems in the field of biological breeding [7] Group 4 - Longyang Power plans to invest approximately 26.6 billion yuan in the construction of the Gezhouba shipping capacity expansion project [9] - NIO and other Chinese concept stocks experienced declines, with NIO and New Oriental dropping over 4% [3]

Core Viewpoint - The company, Qiule Agricultural Technology, reported a significant decline in corn revenue for 2024, leading to a notable drop in operating income, net profit attributable to shareholders, and gross margin, which the company deemed reasonable given market conditions [1][2]. Group 1: Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved operating income of 391 million yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 26.77% [2]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 50.44 million yuan, down 36.49% year-on-year [2]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was 2.02 million yuan, a decline of 71.84% compared to the previous year [2]. - The gross margin was 27.86%, a decrease of 4.23 percentage points year-on-year [2]. Group 2: Revenue Breakdown - The company's corn seed revenue decreased by 42.05% year-on-year due to oversupply and low grain prices, resulting in lower sales volume and price, as well as increased return rates [2]. - Conversely, wheat seed revenue increased by 5.52% year-on-year, attributed to the competitiveness of new wheat seed varieties launched in 2024 [2]. Group 3: Industry Comparison - The company noted that the decline in net profit and net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was consistent with trends observed in peer companies within the industry [3]. Group 4: Investment Projects - The company has temporarily suspended the construction of the "Biological Breeding R&D Capacity Enhancement Project" [1][4]. - As of the end of 2024, the cumulative investment in the "Biological Breeding R&D Capacity Enhancement Project" and the "Seed Processing Center Renovation Project" was 11.15 million yuan and 14.67 million yuan, respectively, with progress rates of 8.84% and 35.35% [3]. - The "Seed Processing Center Renovation Project" is progressing as planned, with no current risks of delays [4]. Group 5: Additional Information - The company primarily engages in the research, breeding, processing, promotion, sales, and technical services of seeds for corn, wheat, and oilseeds [5].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an investment rating of "Outperform" for the agricultural, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery industry [1][9]. Core Insights - The agricultural, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery industry is currently experiencing weak market demand and low prices for livestock and poultry, particularly in the pig farming sector, which has seen a significant price drop [9][12]. - The report highlights that the industry is currently undervalued, with price-to-earnings (P/E) and price-to-book (P/B) ratios below historical averages, suggesting potential for valuation recovery [9][12]. Summary by Sections Market Review - In June 2025, the agricultural, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery index rose by 1.13%, underperforming the CSI 300 index, which increased by 2.50%, resulting in a relative underperformance of 1.37 percentage points [9][12]. - The planting sector showed the highest gains, while the animal health processing sector experienced the largest declines [12]. Livestock Farming Data Tracking - **Pig Farming**: The average trading price for pigs in June 2025 was 14.28 yuan/kg, down 2.16% month-on-month and 21.81% year-on-year. The market shifted to a surplus situation, leading to price declines [9][17]. - **Broiler Chickens**: The average price for broiler chicks in June 2025 was 2.15 yuan/chick, reflecting a slight decrease. The cautious replenishment of chicks due to declining prices further pressured the market [9][27]. Pet Food Sector - In May 2025, pet food exports totaled 28,900 tons, a year-on-year decrease of 5.52%. The cumulative export value for the first five months was $581 million, up 4.59% year-on-year [9][34]. Major Agricultural Product Price Tracking - The report includes tracking of key agricultural product prices, indicating fluctuations in corn, wheat, and soybean meal prices during June 2025 [9][39]. Industry Dynamics and Company News - The report outlines significant events in the industry, including a decrease in grain imports and ongoing developments in the seed industry aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity [9][46]. - Key announcements from listed companies in the sector include various asset restructuring and financing activities [9][48].

Investment Rating - Industry Rating: Outperform the market (maintained rating) [12] Core Views - The report emphasizes the importance of the pig sector, noting a slowdown in the growth rate of breeding sows in June, and highlights the expectation gap in the pig market [1][2] - The pet sector is witnessing a rise in domestic brands and a positive trend in pet food exports, indicating a robust growth potential [3][4] - The poultry sector is focusing on the breeding gap for white chickens and the marginal improvement in demand for yellow chickens, with investment recommendations based on supply and demand dynamics [5][6][7] - The planting sector is prioritizing food security and the strategic importance of biological breeding, with recommendations for key seed and agricultural companies [9][10] - The feed sector is recommended for companies with increasing market share and consistent performance, while the animal health sector is advised to focus on new demands and innovative products [24][25] Summary by Sections Pig Sector - As of July 12, the average price of pigs in China is 14.91 CNY/kg, down 2.42% from the previous week, with self-breeding profits around 177 CNY per head [1][16] - The report highlights the low valuation and expectation gap in the pig sector, recommending leading companies such as Muyuan Foods and Wens Foodstuffs [2][16] Pet Sector - In June 2025, pet sales on Douyin reached 964 million CNY, a year-on-year increase of 73.97%, indicating strong growth for domestic brands [3][17] - Pet food exports from China increased by 10.89% year-on-year in the first five months of 2025, reaching 41.75 billion CNY [4][17] Poultry Sector - The report notes a 33.46% year-on-year decline in the breeding stock of grandparent chickens due to import restrictions, with a total of 529,300 sets updated in the first half of 2025 [5][19] - Investment recommendations include focusing on companies like Shengnong Development and Yisheng Livestock [6][20] Planting Sector - The report stresses the need for high yield production to ensure food security, with a focus on integrating advanced agricultural technologies [9][23] - Key recommendations include leading seed companies such as Longping High-Tech and Dabeinong [10][23] Feed and Animal Health Sectors - The feed sector is highlighted for companies like Haida Group, which is expected to benefit from market share growth and performance consistency [24][26] - The animal health sector is advised to focus on new product development and market expansion, particularly in the pet health segment [25][26]

Core Viewpoint - Biobreeding is highlighted as a cutting-edge innovation in the seed industry, offering advantages such as efficiency, precision, and targeted breeding, which can lead to the development of high-yield, high-quality, and disease-resistant crop varieties while reducing pesticide use [1] Group 1: Laboratory and Research Advancements - The Baoji Biobreeding Laboratory is a key agricultural technology innovation base in Northwest China, featuring seven core breeding experimental units that cover the entire research and development chain from germplasm innovation to variety cultivation [3] - The laboratory employs advanced technologies such as artificial lighting and intelligent temperature and humidity control to create a controllable plant growth environment, enabling rapid breeding cycles of 3 to 4 generations per year [3] - Recent efforts include molecular marker-assisted selection and gene function validation, leading to the successful development of new varieties like "Baodou No. 10," which has achieved record soybean yields in Shaanxi Province [5] Group 2: Collaboration and Future Plans - The Baoji Biobreeding Laboratory collaborates with institutions like Northwest A&F University and the Shaanxi Oilseed Center to tackle cutting-edge topics such as microspore breeding and gene editing [7] - Future plans include enhancing the laboratory's construction, promoting the transition from traditional to modern biobreeding, and establishing demonstration bases around leading industries in various counties [7] - The 2024 Shaanxi Province action plan aims to cultivate a billion-level biobreeding innovation cluster, focusing on germplasm cultivation, breeding, and the development of efficient gene editing technologies [7]

Core Viewpoint - The introduction of the upgraded "Wade 188-3" white feather broiler chicken variety aims to cater to Chinese culinary preferences, breaking the previous reliance on imported breeds and enhancing domestic production capabilities [1][2]. Group 1: Product Development - The "Wade 188" variety was developed four years ago, breaking the foreign breed monopoly and has now been iterated to the "3.0 version" to better suit Chinese cooking styles [1]. - The new variety is designed to enhance the production of popular chicken parts such as wings, feet, and gizzards, aligning with local consumer preferences [3]. Group 2: Market Context - White feather broilers account for nearly 50% of China's chicken market, with previous reliance on 100% imported breeds posing a threat to the industry [2]. - The shift in breeding focus from large breast meat to more diverse parts reflects a significant change in response to local culinary demands [3]. Group 3: Breeding Strategy - The breeding process for "Wade 188" took ten years, with the latest iteration "188-3" taking an additional four years, involving extensive experimentation and data collection [3]. - The new variety shows significant improvements in high-value parts: wing mid-section output increased by 12%, feet by 18%, gizzards by 17%, and thighs by 8% compared to similar breeds [3]. Group 4: Future Plans - The company plans to establish a new purebred breeding facility in Beijing during the 14th Five-Year Plan period, aiming to enhance the commercial breeding system for meat chickens [5]. - A modern chicken breeding industrial park will be developed to create a complete supply chain in conjunction with a large-scale chicken meat processing facility in Shandong [5].

Core Viewpoint - Agricultural modernization in China relies heavily on domestic seed production to ensure food security and stabilize the food supply [1] Group 1: Technological Advancements in Rice Breeding - Significant breakthroughs have been achieved in rice and wheat seed technology, supported by major projects in core agricultural technologies and biological breeding, placing China at a world-leading level [1][5] - A breeding laboratory in Wuhan is conducting experiments to improve rice varieties for resistance to dwarf disease, with over 5,000 new strains being tested for various traits such as disease resistance and yield potential [3] Group 2: Achievements in Rice and Wheat Varieties - China's rice breeding has not only increased yield but also maintained a world-leading position in developing pest-resistant rice, hybrid rice varieties, and high-quality taste rice [5] - The country has achieved 100% self-sufficiency in rice and wheat varieties, all possessing independent intellectual property rights [5] Group 3: Future Directions in Seed Industry - The coverage of quality seeds for grain crops in China has reached nearly full saturation, with over 95% of the planting area consisting of independently bred varieties [7] - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs plans to strengthen leading seed enterprises and enhance the integration of production, education, and research [7]

Group 1 - The report highlights the continuous improvement in the effectiveness of technological innovation, with significant results from innovation-driven development [1] - The integrated circuit industry is expected to see a production increase of 22.2% in 2024, with export value exceeding 1.1 trillion yuan, marking a historical high [1] - The annual production of new energy vehicles has surpassed 13 million units, maintaining the world's leading position for ten consecutive years [2] Group 2 - The high-tech manufacturing industry's added value is projected to grow by 8.9% in 2024, accounting for 16.3% of the total industrial output [2] - The carbon emissions trading market in China has seen a cumulative transaction volume of 640 million tons and a total transaction value of 44.05 billion yuan by April 2025 [2] - China has established the world's largest and fastest-growing renewable energy system, with non-fossil energy consumption accounting for 19.8% [2] Group 3 - The report indicates that the reform of institutional mechanisms is ongoing, optimizing the innovation ecosystem [3] - By the end of 2024, the loan balance for high-tech enterprises is expected to reach 15.2 trillion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 13.8% [3] - China has signed cooperation documents with over 150 countries and more than 30 international organizations under the Belt and Road Initiative [3] Group 4 - China's manufacturing sector has maintained its position as the world's largest for 15 consecutive years [4] - The domestic demand is projected to contribute 69.7% to economic growth in 2024, continuing to be a major driver of economic expansion [4] - China produces over 5 million graduates annually in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, leading globally in talent resources [4]