Chinanews.com, December 24. Chen Youquan, first-level inspector of the Planting Management Department of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, said on the 24th that in 2021, it is necessary to ensure that the total grain output is maintained at more than 1300 billion jin, and to keep the Chinese people's rice bowl firmly on their own Hands.

Data map: In mid-July, more than 200,000 mu of winter wheat and summer grains were harvested in Kongtong District, Pingliang, Gansu, on the Loess Plateau.

Photo by Zong Ying

　　On the morning of the 24th, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs held a press conference on the current market situation and production situation of my country's grain and major agricultural products during the Spring Festival and New Year's Day.

At the meeting, a reporter asked: This year everyone is concerned about food security. What is the situation of food production and supply this year and what are the characteristics? What are the considerations and arrangements of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs for food production in 2021?

　　Chen Youquan responded that the grain production situation this year was relatively good. The annual grain area reached 1.752 billion mu, an increase of 10.56 million mu over the previous year, reversing the downward trend for four consecutive years. The total output reached 1,339 billion jin, an increase of 113 over the previous year. 100 million jin, which has remained above 1.3 trillion jin for six consecutive years.

The three-season grain production increased, and the output of summer grain, early rice, and autumn grain increased by 2.42 billion jin, 2.06 billion jin, and 6.76 billion jin respectively.

The four major crops "three increases and one level".

The output of rice, wheat, and soybean increased by 4.5 billion jin, 1.3 billion jin, and 3 billion jin, respectively. Corn output remained flat and slightly decreased, but it was still at a historically high level.

　　Chen Youquan said that the grain has been harvested year after year and the output has increased at a high level this year. The total supply and demand are basically balanced.

The per capita food consumption in the country has reached about 480 kg, which is higher than the 400 kg international food security standard.

The production and demand of the two major rations of rice and wheat are more than balanced, and the inventory is abundant. Although the output of corn is flat and slightly reduced, coupled with the inventory of all aspects, supply and demand are basically balanced.

Therefore, "the ration is absolutely safe and the grain is basically self-sufficient" is guaranteed.

　　Chen Youquan pointed out that 2021 is the 100th anniversary of the founding of the party and the beginning of the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, and it is of special significance to seize a bumper grain harvest.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs will resolutely implement the decisions and deployments of the Party Central Committee and the State Council, and prioritize grain production as a major political task. Work harder, measures are strengthened, and measures are strengthened to ensure a stable grain planting area at 17.5. At the same time, we will optimize the planting structure, increase the supply of tight agricultural products, focus on increasing the yield per unit, and ensure that the total grain output is maintained at more than 1300 billion jin, so that the Chinese people’s rice bowl is firmly in their own hands.