Core Insights - The article discusses the impact of continuous rainy weather on the autumn grain harvest in China, highlighting the measures taken by various regions to mitigate the effects and ensure timely harvesting and drying of crops [1][5][30] Group 1: Harvesting Challenges - Autumn grain accounts for three-quarters of China's total grain production, with over 60% of the harvest completed [1] - Continuous rainy weather since September has posed significant challenges for harvesting, particularly in Henan, where the use of tracked harvesters has been implemented to address soil moisture issues [3][12] - In regions like Shanxi, local authorities have mobilized large tracked harvesters to facilitate the harvesting process in waterlogged fields [12][14] Group 2: Drying Equipment and Measures - The introduction of special subsidies has led to a significant increase in the availability of drying equipment, with the number of drying machines in some areas rising from under 100 to around 300 [5][6] - In Henan, a special fund of 340 million yuan has been allocated for the construction of new drying facilities, which has proven effective in managing the impact of adverse weather [5][6] - The drying capacity in various regions has been ramped up, with some areas reporting daily drying capabilities of over 70,000 tons [30] Group 3: Regional Responses - In Yancheng County, Henan, local officials organized efforts to drain water from fields to facilitate harvesting, successfully completing the harvest of 1,520 acres before the next round of rain [11][9] - In Shandong, farmers utilized drones to assist in harvesting during brief periods of favorable weather, with over 1,600 drones deployed [18] - Jiangsu has mobilized over 3,150 agricultural machines to ensure timely harvesting, with significant progress reported in the collection of corn and soybeans [26] Group 4: Overall Progress - As of mid-October, the overall progress of autumn grain harvesting in various provinces has reached approximately 75% to 100%, with ongoing efforts to maximize efficiency and minimize losses due to weather [30][11][24]