Shanghai sets new vegetable production targets

Shanghai has set new production targets and infrastructure upgrades to secure vegetable supply in 2026, with the city aiming to stabilise output while expanding modern, technology-driven farming systems. The measures were announced by the Shanghai Municipal Agriculture and Rural Affairs Commission in a policy notice outlining this year’s vegetable production plan.

Shanghai plans to maintain vegetable sowing at no less than 1.31 million mu and total output, including edible fungi, at at least 2.6 million tonnes in 2026. Authorities also require the city to preserve a minimum of 300,000 mu of permanent vegetable fields to ensure steady supply and price stability.

The policy emphasises stronger monitoring of planted area and production volumes, with local districts instructed to assign clear responsibilities to towns and production bases to guarantee consistent output throughout the year.

Infrastructure

A key priority is expanding modern facilities. Shanghai will focus on upgrading older greenhouse sites into high-standard production units and completing 6,000 mu of newly built or renovated facility vegetable fields. The plan also promotes digital management systems and mechanisation to improve efficiency and resilience during extreme weather or supply disruptions.

Officials highlighted the need to strengthen emergency production capacity so vegetables can be quickly supplied and distributed during seasonal shortages or natural disasters.

Technology and sustainability

The city will expand green production practices, including:

.10,000 mu of pest control using environmentally friendly methods;

.20,000 mu of efficient irrigation systems;

.20,000 mu of soil conservation measures.

These actions are designed to improve product quality while reducing environmental impact and supporting long-term productivity.

Market focus

Shanghai also plans to adjust crop structure toward higher-value vegetables such as kale and specialty celery, while promoting local varieties including water bamboo shoots and green beans. Authorities will accelerate cold-chain logistics development and encourage contract farming to better match production with market demand.

source: nyncw.sh.gov.cn

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