Whole grains to be promoted as part of all-round healthy diet

China will accelerate the growth of its grain industry and improve dietary habits by dramatically boosting whole grain consumption in the coming years, according to an action plan released earlier this month.

The National Whole Grain Action Plan (2024-35), issued by government departments including the National Development and Reform Commission and the National Food and Strategic Reserves Administration, aims to promote whole grain consumption, reduce food waste and improve national food security.

It sets a goal for whole grains to account for a larger proportion of the country's grain consumption, currently under 1 percent, in the next decade.