Summary
This paper presents a strategic framework for Agriculture Green Development (AGD) in China, proposing a systemic transformation from high-resource, high-impact agriculture towards sustainable systems combining productivity with environmental stewardship. The authors emphasise the need for interdisciplinary innovation, whole food chain improvement and regionally-tailored solutions, arguing that China's implementation of AGD could provide a model for other countries in developmental transition and contribute to global sustainable development goals.
UK applicability
Whilst the policy context is China-specific, the conceptual framework for balancing agricultural productivity with environmental and food quality standards is relevant to UK policy discussions around sustainable intensification and the Environment Bill. However, the implementation pathways would require substantial adaptation to UK regulatory structures, market conditions and existing farming practices.
Key measures
Framework components include high environmental standards, food quality thresholds, human well-being indicators, and metrics for resource use efficiency and environmental impact reduction across crop-animal production and food systems
Outcomes reported
The paper outlines a conceptual framework for Agriculture Green Development (AGD) that coordinates environmental sustainability with agricultural productivity, emphasising resource use efficiency and low environmental impact. It addresses the significance, challenges, implementation pathways and potential solutions for realising AGD in China, with implications for other developing nations.
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