China's autumn grain purchases reach 100 million metric tons

(ECNS) -- China had purchased 100 million metric tons of autumn grain as of Friday, with procurement progressing at roughly the same pace as last year, according to figures released at a press briefing by the National Development and Reform Commission.

Grain purchases are gathering pace across northeast China as more grain comes onto the market.

Rice paddies turn golden at Qiaosi Farm, spanning more than 667 hectares, in Qiantang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, on Oct. 27, 2026.(Photo: China News Service/Wang Gang)

With China's grain production capacity growing steadily, annual grain purchases are expected to remain above 400 million metric tons during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030), according to the commission.

(By Gong Weiwei)