With joint efforts of all the Chinese people across the country, agriculture in China has made brilliant achievements.
The output of major agricultural products has increased sharply and agricultural production conditions have been improved remarkably since 1949..
Township enterprises have become a major force in rural economy and an important pillar of national economy.
Agricultural education, research and extension have made remarkable progress while cooperation and exchange with other countries have increasingly expanded.
Last but not the least, the living standard of Chinese farmers has witnessed significant improvement.
Nowadays, the Chinese farmers have a better-off life with more than enough food and clothing. Given the improved consumption structure and living quality, the Engel coefficient has dropped to 55%.
The rural areas have taken an entirely new look because of fast-developed infrastructure like roads, electricity supply and communication and greatly strengthened social undertakings like culture, education, health care and sports.
Edited by CECAT
2002/11/14
