Liaoning embracing technology to advance agricultural profits

Northeastern province one of world's three major black soil regions

As locally produced rice varieties reach global tables and hydroponic vegetables redefine urban diets, Northeast China's Liaoning province is reshaping global perceptions of its black soil through multifaceted agricultural upgrades.

As one of the world's three major black soil regions, the three northeastern provinces of Liaoning, Jilin and Heilongjiang produced nearly 15 million metric tons of grain in 2024, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics.

Although the northeast region boasts fertile land, it has long struggled with the paradox of premium grains failing to command premium prices due to outdated planting methods and rudimentary processing.