近年来,“云养经济”领域违法犯罪活动高发,一些不法分子打着发展农业产业的幌子,将正常的农产品种养、销售包装为投资融资活动,借助互联网进行宣传推广,从事违法犯罪活动,侵害公众合法利益,损害农业产业健康发展。“云养经济”领域欺诈活动主要有三大特征:一是以“农业+科技”为噱头,炒作田园生活、有机生态、智慧农业等热点,伪造养殖、种植的视频图片来虚构或夸大实际生产场景,对外宣称低风险、高收益,但真实经营模式难以支撑其承诺收益;二是网络属性强,不法分子依托互联网、移动应用程序开展运营,通过网上支付工具收付资金,风险波及范围广、扩散速度快,资金监管和追踪难度大;三是存在多种违法犯罪风险,不法分子以种养收益分红、农特产品返还等为诱饵,吸引公众投入资金,有的利诱参与人发展人员加入,不断扩充资金池,涉嫌非法集资、传销等多种违法犯罪行为。农业产业周期较长、利润率有限,请广大公众提高对“云养经济”领域相关风险的防范意识,做到对高额返利不动心、对宣传炒作不盲信、对熟人介绍不盲从,谨记“天上不会掉馅饼,高利保本是陷阱”。同时,请广大新型农业经营主体依法合规开展日常生产经营,不超范围经营或违规从事金融活动,不与五花八门的“云养经济”平台合作,避免逾越法律红线。广大公众如发现“云养经济”领域涉嫌违法犯罪的线索,请积极向有关部门举报。农业农村部 金融监管总局公安部 市场监管总局2025年1月27日
Brief
On 27/01/2025, the Agriculture and Rural Department, Financial Supervisory Bureau, Public Security Bureau, and Market Regulation Total Bureau issued a joint statement regarding fraud risks in the "cloud-based economy" sector. The authorities highlighted three key characteristics of fraudulent activities in this sector: The document outlines the features of fraudulent activities in the "cloud-based economy" sector, including exaggerated investment returns, use of internet and mobile apps for operations, and various illegal financial activities.
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Purpose
The purpose of this document is to raise awareness about the high-risk activities in the “cloud farming” industry, also known as “cloud animal husbandry”, which has been plagued by illegal and criminal behavior. The aim is to alert the public to the potential risks and consequences of investing in these schemes.
Effects on Industry
The emergence of cloud farming has had a significant impact on the agricultural industry, with some unscrupulous individuals using this as a cover for their illicit activities. These schemes often promise low-risk and high-reward investments, but in reality, they are unsustainable and lack transparency. The use of internet platforms and mobile apps to conduct business has increased the risk of financial losses and difficulty in tracking funds. As a result, agricultural businesses are at risk of being tainted by these unscrupulous activities.
Relevant Stakeholders
The stakeholders affected by this issue include:
- Public investors: Those who have invested or are considering investing in cloud farming schemes, who are often targeted with promises of high returns and low risks.
- Agricultural businesses: Legitimate agricultural companies that risk being associated with unscrupulous activities and losing public trust.
- Regulatory authorities: The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, the Financial Supervisory Commission, Public Security Bureau, and the Market Regulation Administration are responsible for monitoring and regulating financial activities in the agricultural sector.
Next Steps
To avoid falling prey to these schemes, the public is advised to exercise caution and skepticism when approached with investment opportunities that seem too good to be true. Legitimate agricultural businesses should prioritize transparency and sustainability in their operations to maintain public trust. Any suspicious or illegal activities should be reported to relevant authorities immediately. In addition, legitimate cloud farming businesses are encouraged to adhere to regulations and guidelines set by the government to ensure a healthy development of the industry.
Any Other Relevant Information
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Financial Supervisory Commission, Public Security Bureau, and Market Regulation Administration have issued joint warnings about the risks associated with cloud farming investments. The public is reminded that “clouds don’t fall from heaven,” implying that unrealistic promises should be met with skepticism. It is essential to remember that agricultural businesses are subject to market fluctuations and may not always provide high returns.
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