Core Insights - The 44th China Fresh Corn Conference opened in Beijing, highlighting the significance of the Pinggu District as a core area for agricultural innovation in China [1][2] - The establishment of a corn garden covering over 1,000 acres aims to plant 132 high-quality new corn varieties, reinforcing China's position as the world's largest fresh corn producer with nearly 30 million acres of planting area [1] Group 1: Agricultural Innovation - Pinggu District is developing an agricultural innovation hub, focusing on fresh corn breeding, planting, processing, and sales [2] - The corn garden will utilize a digital planting management platform to track growth data and optimize planting techniques for various corn varieties [1][2] Group 2: Economic and Social Benefits - The establishment of a fresh corn selection center and industrial distribution center is expected to provide three main benefits: improved quality of corn, faster delivery through an efficient logistics system, and enhanced food safety through standardized management [2] - The conference has been held annually since 2005, becoming the largest platform for the fresh corn industry in China, with plans for it to be hosted permanently in Pinggu [2]

乌兹别克斯坦科学院遗传学与植物实验生物学研究所所长纳里马诺夫表示，乌方希望与中方继续深化农 业合作，着力提高农作物产量并培育抗旱品种。乌方相信，本土品种与中方先进技术相结合将取得丰硕 成果。 该所高级研究员钦尼库洛夫说，乌方在农业实践中应用中方技术已取得显著成效。这些技术的科学运用 不仅保障了高产量，更实现了水资源的高效节约。这对当地农业具有重大战略意义，期待双方合作能够 持续深化。 新华财经塔什干11月26日电（记者李奥）25日，在乌兹别克斯坦科学院遗传学与植物实验生物学研究所 的试验田里，"中乌马铃薯高产技术联合研发基地"进行项目验收，由青岛农业大学专业团队开展的秋作 马铃薯栽培田间试验迎来丰收。 青岛农业大学副教授迟胜起介绍，团队在试验田共种植4个马铃薯品种，采取16个不同的种植技术处理 方案。经测产，16个处理方案的平均产量为每公顷34吨，平均产量达到每公顷40吨以上的方案共有5 个，其中2个方案平均产量达到每公顷45吨。今年，试验田周边普通的秋作马铃薯平均产量约为每公顷 18吨。 据介绍，青岛农业大学团队针对当地气候特点研制出一套"技术组合拳"，应用整薯药剂拌种技术、标准 化精播技术、水肥一体化技术 ...

Core Viewpoint - The agricultural sector in Gaozhou is experiencing a significant boost with nearly 300,000 acres of winter crops showing promising growth, contributing to stable production and increased income for farmers [2][3][20]. Summary by Sections Winter Crop Area and Growth - Gaozhou has fully initiated winter crop production, covering nearly 300,000 acres, with a focus on both grains and vegetables [3][10]. - The planned area for winter crops this year is 279,100 acres, including 50,600 acres for grains and 228,500 acres for vegetables [4][6]. Crop Types and Yield Expectations - Various winter crops are thriving, including corn, bitter melon, and chili peppers, with expectations of high yields [7][12]. - Bitter melon is projected to yield 10,000 kilograms per acre, with current market prices exceeding 4 yuan per pound for bitter melon and 3 yuan per pound for chili peppers, which are better than the same period last year [15][18]. Agricultural Strategies and Innovations - Gaozhou has been leveraging its warm winter climate and idle farmland by implementing strategies to optimize winter crop production, focusing on high-quality varieties and advantageous crops [16][19]. - The initiatives aim to transform winter idle resources into significant agricultural productivity and steady income growth for farmers [20].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the advancements in drought-resistant wheat varieties and sustainable agricultural practices in Hengshui City, Hebei Province, focusing on the "Hengmai 28" variety and its successful implementation in water-scarce conditions [1][2][4]. Group 1: Wheat Variety Development - The "Hengmai 28" variety, developed by the Drought Resistance Research Institute, exhibits strong drought resistance, achieving yields of over 1300 jin per mu even with limited irrigation [1]. - The research team has developed over 30 patented technologies and created a "Hengmai Breeding Technology System" to enhance wheat varieties under various stress conditions [2]. - Since 2020, nine new "Hengmai" varieties have been developed, demonstrating resilience against drought, high temperatures, and low temperatures [2]. Group 2: Agricultural Practices and Technology - Hengshui City promotes the integration of drought-resistant varieties with advanced agricultural techniques, including appropriate sowing methods and comprehensive pest control [3]. - The city has established 22 local standards related to drought resistance, water-saving techniques, and efficient production practices [3]. - The use of modern irrigation systems, such as drip irrigation, has led to significant water savings, with some farmers reporting a reduction of approximately 30 cubic meters of water per mu [4]. Group 3: Future Directions - Hengshui City plans to continue developing drought-resistant wheat varieties and cultivation techniques, supported by national and provincial research projects [4]. - The focus will remain on achieving food security while optimizing water usage and increasing farmers' income through technological advancements [4].

Core Viewpoint - The training program aims to enhance pest monitoring and green control technology for grain and oil crops, ultimately improving yield and ensuring food security in Guangdong province [2][11]. Group 1: Training Program Details - The training session was held on October 30 in Zengcheng District, Guangzhou, focusing on pest control and yield enhancement techniques for grain and oil crops [3][2]. - Organized by the Guangdong Provincial Agricultural Pest Warning and Control Center, with support from various agricultural institutions and participation from over 70 technical personnel and experts [4][6]. Group 2: Training Content and Methods - The training emphasized the importance of pest control in achieving high yields, addressing current pest challenges, and promoting standardized control methods [9][10]. - The program included a combination of field observation, expert lectures, and work exchanges, providing a diverse learning experience [13][20]. Group 3: Expert Contributions and Local Practices - Experts delivered specialized lectures on integrated green control technologies and innovations in pest management for rice crops [19][20]. - Representatives from six local agricultural units shared experiences on yield improvement, monitoring, and pest management strategies [22][23]. Group 4: Future Directions - The director of the Guangdong Provincial Agricultural Pest Warning and Control Center reviewed the achievements in pest control guidance for the year and outlined key tasks for 2026 [24][26]. - The training established a platform for knowledge exchange, enhancing understanding and application of green pest control and yield improvement techniques [28][29].

Core Insights - Brazil's grain and cotton production for the 2025/26 season is projected to reach a record 355 million tons, representing a 0.8% increase from the previous year [1] Production Summary - The increase in production is primarily attributed to a 3.3% rise in the area planted, expected to reach 84.4 million hectares [1] - Soybean planting area is projected at 49.1 million hectares with a production of 178 million tons, reflecting increases of 3.6% and 3.5% respectively [1] - Corn planting area is expected to be 22.7 million hectares with a production of 139 million tons, showing increases of 6.1% and 2.8% respectively [1] - Rice planting area is forecasted at 1.66 million hectares with a production of 11.5 million tons, indicating decreases of 5.6% and 10% respectively [1]

Core Viewpoint - Water Development Agriculture Group showcases a comprehensive modern agricultural industrialization system from breeding to sales, emphasizing the application of agricultural technology to achieve significant yield results during the Chinese Farmers' Harvest Festival [1] Group 1: Breeding and Technology - The company utilizes technological innovation to establish a solid foundation for harvest, focusing on breeding cold-resistant and lodging-resistant "red wheat" varieties, achieving stable yields exceeding 300 kilograms per mu, which is over a 20% increase compared to traditional methods [3] - Soil moisture monitoring and intelligent water-saving irrigation systems are implemented to enhance crop resilience against extreme weather [3] Group 2: Smart Planting and Collaboration - The company promotes a collaborative model of "enterprise + professional cooperatives + farmers," achieving large-scale operations through centralized land transfer, providing unified supply of seeds, fertilizers, technical guidance, and procurement [5] - The use of large combine harvesters and self-propelled harvesting equipment significantly improves operational efficiency and reduces labor costs during the harvest season [5] Group 3: Post-Harvest Processing - For Water Development Agriculture, harvesting marks a new starting point in the supply chain, with sugar beets sent directly to sugar factories for preservation processing, maximizing sugar retention [7] - Wheat is processed in intelligent drying warehouses using low-temperature circulation drying technology to ensure grain safety and nutrient retention, while high-quality products are connected to mid-to-high-end markets through cold chain systems, enhancing added value [7]

Group 1 - Continuous rainfall since September has severely impacted the harvest of key crops such as corn, peanuts, and soybeans in major agricultural regions including Henan, Shandong, Hebei, and others, leading to a situation of "drought and flood" [1][2] - The Henan Provincial Meteorological Bureau reported that rainfall and rainy days have broken records since 1961, with the ongoing heavy rain affecting the harvest progress and crop quality [1][2] - Farmers are facing difficulties in harvesting due to wet conditions, with many fields still growing crops instead of being harvested, highlighting the urgency of the situation [1][2] Group 2 - To mitigate losses from the continuous rain, various departments and farmers are actively working to expedite the harvest of crops, with the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs forming a task force to coordinate emergency machinery and subsidies [2][3] - During the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holidays, farmers in Henan were seen utilizing all available resources to harvest corn and peanuts, with local industries actively purchasing high-moisture corn to help reduce losses [2][3] - The government and agricultural departments are mobilizing resources to support affected areas, including the allocation of 484 million yuan in disaster relief funds to assist in harvesting, drying, and drainage efforts [3]

Core Viewpoint - The discovery of carbonized adzuki beans dating back 9,000 years in Shandong challenges the previously held belief in Japan's central role in the origin of adzuki beans, suggesting that China is also a significant origin point for this crop [4]. Group 1: Archaeological Findings - An international team, including Shandong University and Washington University in St. Louis, published findings in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, revealing the earliest known adzuki bean remains in the Yellow River basin, predating previous discoveries in China by 4,000 years [2]. - The Xiaogao site, located in the lower Yellow River region, is associated with the Late Li culture, which dates back approximately 9,000 to 7,000 years [2]. - A total of 45 adzuki beans were identified at the site, although most had lost their seed coats and cotyledons [2]. Group 2: Methodology and Analysis - The age of the carbonized seeds was determined using carbon-14 dating, which measures the remaining carbon-14 content to estimate the time since the organism ceased living [2]. - The research team compared adzuki bean remains from over 140 archaeological sites across East Asia, noting significant evolutionary differences between beans from the Yellow River basin, Japan, and Korea [3]. Group 3: Agricultural Implications - The findings indicate that 9,000 years ago, the lower Yellow River region had already developed an early "millet + bean" cropping system, which significantly influenced the development of settled societies and civilization in the area [3]. - Adzuki beans played two crucial roles: improving soil through crop rotation with millet and providing essential protein and fats in the diet [3]. - The average size of the adzuki beans found at Xiaogao was 5.8 cubic millimeters, the smallest recorded among archaeological sites, with significant size increases in Chinese adzuki beans occurring between 4,000 to 2,000 years ago [3].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the efforts in Yingshan County, Huanggang City, Hubei Province, to enhance the collection of rice straw during the autumn harvest, which contributes to environmental protection and increases farmers' income [1] Group 1 - The local government has intensified the collection of rice straw, utilizing it for the production of mushroom substrates and animal feed [1] - This initiative not only protects the ecological environment but also provides additional income for farmers [1]