Initiative to raise quality of seeds, crops

"On March 25, 2025, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs introduced its first batch of certified seeds into the market, marking a key step in improving seed quality. The initiative aims to raise seed standards, enhance agricultural production, and strengthen China's seed industry through a unified national seed certification system." continue: The certification process ensures that seeds meet specified requirements, with over 10 million kilograms of seeds from 35 varieties being certified, showing significant improvements in germination rates and purity levels compared to non-certified seeds.