Mexico Races to Diversify Grain Supply Amid US Tensions
Mexico is racing to diversify its grain supply as US tensions squeeze corn, soy, and wheat imports. Traders and analysts urge new partners and local production to boost resilience.
Agriculture
Chinese Mainland’s 2025 Grain Harvest Soars to 714.88M Tonnes 🌾
The Chinese mainland achieved a record 714.88M-tonne grain output in 2025, driven by expanded planting areas and higher yields, supporting rural revitalization and global food security.
Trump Unveils $12B Aid Package for Struggling Farmers
President Trump unveiled a $12 billion aid package on Dec 9 to support farmers hit by this year’s trade war with the Chinese mainland, aiming to help them through the winter.
Hainan’s Konjac Harvest Brings Fields to Life
Villagers in Tunchang County, Hainan are deep into the konjac harvest this December, digging, sorting and packing bulbs in a vibrant season of community teamwork.
Chinese Mainland and U.S. Soybean Leaders Meet in DC to Revive Trade
Business leaders from the Chinese mainland and the U.S. soybean industry met in Washington, D.C., aiming to rebuild trade ties and boost soybean sales after earlier 2025 tensions.
Japan’s Self-Employed Farmers Hit Record Low in 2025
Japan’s self-employed farmers dropped by 25.1% to 1.02M in 2025, marking a record low amid an aging workforce and shifting agricultural landscape.
Agri-Bots Revolutionize Fruit Picking Across the Chinese Mainland
Discover how agri-bots are transforming fruit picking in orchards across the Chinese mainland, boosting efficiency and sustainability in 2025.
Mexico’s Coffee Farmers Sound the Alarm on Climate Change
Mexico’s coffee heartland is grappling with erratic rains and rising temperatures that threaten harvests, drive up prices, and push farmers to demand urgent climate action.
Premier Li Qiang Pledges Deeper China-Russia Cooperation
In Moscow on Nov. 17, Premier Li Qiang vowed to deepen China-Russia cooperation in investment, energy, agriculture and cultural exchanges, building on SCO summit results.
China and U.S. Business Leaders Unite for AI & Ag Growth 🤝🌾
At the 9th CGCC Chicago gala, China and U.S. business leaders call for more cooperation in AI and agriculture.