On December 27, the National Food and Strategic Reserves Administration announced that as of now, grain operators nationwide have procured over 200 million tons of autumn grain—a 32 million ton increase compared to the same period last year, setting a record high for recent years!

This year's autumn grain harvest not only yielded higher volumes but also featured earlier market availability and superior quality. Farmers were eager to sell their grain, while enterprises actively purchased it, resulting in a significantly faster pace than last year. By crop type, 48 million tons of medium-late indica rice and 35 million tons of japonica rice were harvested. Corn led with 117 million tons, while soybeans reached 8 million tons. Based on projected procurement volumes, nearly 80% of medium- and late-season indica rice has been harvested, over 70% of japonica rice, more than half of corn, and over 60% of soybeans—indicating smooth overall progress.

Grain prices have also risen! In Northeast China, the purchase prices for japonica rice, soybeans, and corn have increased by approximately 2%, 5%, and 10% respectively compared to last year. Premium japonica rice now fetches over 1.5 yuan per jin, while high-protein soybeans command even higher prices, exceeding 2.3 yuan per jin. Farmers are earning more from their crops.

With the 2026 New Year and Spring Festival approaching, the grain market will become even more vibrant. The state will continue to prioritize autumn grain procurement, guiding enterprises to purchase more grain and assisting farmers in selling their crops at optimal times to convert bountiful harvests into tangible income. It will also ensure ample grain and oil supplies and stable prices during the holidays, so everyone can celebrate without food worries.

For farmers, this year's autumn harvest brings both bountiful yields and increased income, with grain sales proceeding smoothly. This success stems from both the vitality of market-driven procurement and the safety net provided by supportive policies, naturally boosting enthusiasm for grain cultivation.

Autumn Grain Procurement Enters the “Algorithm Era”

Despite the current bitter cold in many regions, farmers need not worry excessively about selling their grain, as procurement in some areas has entered the “algorithm era.”

Suihua, Heilongjiang recently experienced a cold snap and snowfall. At the grain industrial park, reporters observed trucks loaded with corn entering in an orderly fashion. Grain warehouse service teams ensured seamless operations throughout the entire process—from security checks and sampling to weighing, unloading, and storage—guaranteeing efficient and uninterrupted procurement.

Meanwhile, digital technology is making grain sales during snowy weather more convenient and efficient. At the China Grain Reserves Corporation's Jiansanjiang Directly-Administered Warehouse, large-scale grain farmers can use the “Huishanong” app to pre-book grain sale times and warehouse locations, significantly reducing on-site queuing and waiting times. Staff explained that a visual command system enables coordinated scheduling and dynamic monitoring of storage capacity and warehouse locations, shifting from decentralized resource management to precise allocation. To date, the Heilongjiang branch of Sinograin has activated 83 minimum purchase price rice collection points, with a peak daily acquisition capacity of approximately 140,000 tons.

In Henan's fields, teams of intelligent grain acquisition service personnel are actively deployed. Addressing this year's variations in grain quality, CNGRC leverages data analysis from its “Smart Storage System” to extend services to drying points, farmyards, and acquisition windows, completing over 10,000 instances of intelligent grain inspection and grading services.

In Hunan, grain storage facilities are leveraging IoT and information management platforms to transform traditional grain sales into a smart service model characterized by “data interconnection, full traceability, and enhanced experience.” Staff members note that this transformation is driven by a comprehensive “data engine.” Information on grain quality, quantity, and storage is seamlessly integrated and fully traceable, enabling more orderly and efficient grain operations.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact SunSirs with support@SunSirs.com.