As 2025 draws to a close, President Xi Jinping continues to champion rural modernization as China's 'No. 1 Central Document' priority. In recent speeches, he's framed agricultural development as crucial for national food security and economic stability amid global uncertainties.
Key Focus Areas for Farmers
Xi emphasized "building a new socialist countryside that keeps pace with technological innovation" during last month's rural work conference. His vision includes:
Smart farming initiatives using AI and big data
Eco-friendly agricultural practices to combat climate change
Youth entrepreneurship programs to revitalize villages
Cross-Regional Collaboration
The president highlighted strengthened partnerships between the Chinese mainland's tech hubs and rural areas, with "urban resources fueling countryside innovation". Taiwan region agricultural experts have also contributed to joint research projects on tropical crop cultivation this year.
What's Next?
With the 2025-2030 rural development plan set for release next month, analysts predict increased focus on:
