Core Insights - The nationwide "Three Summer" wheat harvesting has commenced, showcasing a busy agricultural scene with mechanized operations across various provinces [1][2][3] Mechanization and Efficiency - In Ningbo, Zhejiang, a cooperative has implemented a fully mechanized operation for wheat harvesting, significantly improving efficiency and reducing grain loss, with 8 harvesters completing over 4,000 acres in 5 to 7 days [2] - The average yield in Shandong is projected to reach 580 kg per acre, an increase of 10 kg from the previous year, due to the promotion of advanced agricultural techniques [3] Loss Reduction Initiatives - A wheat harvesting skills competition in Zhangzhuang Town, Henan, demonstrated a low harvesting loss rate of approximately 0.3% [4] - Shandong aims to maintain an average harvesting loss rate below 1% for wheat, with ongoing monitoring and support for over 500,000 acres of wheat planting [7] Storage and Transportation Improvements - Shandong has initiated a "Green Storage Enhancement Action," resulting in a comprehensive storage loss rate of 0.38%, which is below national standards [9] - The implementation of an intelligent sampling and inspection system in cities like Jinan and Linyi has doubled efficiency and minimized grain spillage during storage [9] Service and Support Systems - Various local governments are collaborating with transportation and public safety departments to enhance agricultural machinery service support during the harvesting season [10] - In response to potential weather disruptions, service stations and a machine scheduling platform have been established to ensure timely harvesting and efficient resource allocation [11]