Core Insights - The article emphasizes the significant advancements in China's agricultural seed industry during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, highlighting the development of high-quality and high-yield crop varieties, which have led to increased self-sufficiency in food production [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8] Group 1: Crop Innovations - China has successfully bred a variety of high-yield rice, wheat, and other crops, with over 95% of the cultivated area consisting of self-bred varieties [1] - In Sichuan Province, the introduction of breakthrough rice varieties has led to an average yield of over 1300 kg per mu (approximately 2170 kg per hectare) [2] - The development of disease-resistant wheat varieties, such as "Yangmai 53," has resulted in a yield increase of 10.13% compared to traditional varieties [3] Group 2: Livestock and Aquaculture - The domestic breeding of white feather broilers has transitioned from complete reliance on imports to achieving over 25% market share, with significant exports to international markets [4][5][6] - The introduction of the Huaxi cattle breed has improved domestic beef production, achieving a market share exceeding 20% [6] - The self-bred varieties of South American white shrimp have also gained a market share of over 30%, reducing previous import costs significantly [6] Group 3: Genetic Resource Management - A comprehensive national agricultural germplasm resource survey has been conducted, collecting 139,000 new germplasm resources, which is crucial for breeding superior varieties [7][8] - The survey has identified and protected traditional local varieties and wild relatives, enhancing the genetic diversity available for breeding programs [8] - Over 6000 germplasm resources have already been applied in breeding innovation and industrial development, supporting the goal of enhancing self-innovation capabilities in the seed industry [8]