The Chinese mainland has achieved a significant milestone by increasing its total farmland area for the third year in a row, reversing a trend of decline. According to the Ministry of Natural Resources, the country's farmland has expanded by approximately 1.17 million hectares (17.58 million mu) since 2021.
Liu Guohong, vice minister of natural resources, highlighted the success during a press conference on Thursday. He emphasized that the growth is the result of sustained efforts to prioritize farmland as the cornerstone of grain production. Enhanced reform measures and a robust accountability mechanism for farmland protection have been pivotal in this achievement.
This expansion not only ensures food security but also supports the broader goals of sustainable agricultural practices and economic stability. By maintaining and increasing farmland, the Chinese mainland demonstrates its commitment to balancing development with environmental stewardship.
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China sees net increase in farmland for three consecutive years
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