Does China make a contribution to global food security?

China's annual consumption of grain is at 500 million tons, while it produces 600 million tons of grain. If China cannot achieve high levels of self-sufficiency, large-scale imports will cause a surge in global food prices. read more

China produces a lot of food, so obviously they contribute to food security. Anyway some food for thought: It's well known that China made a decision to become self-sufficient in food grains (particularly wheat and rice), many years ago. read more

Whatever happens, it is clear that China’s food policies, demands and overall trajectory will remain important for global food security. about the author(s) Jiayi Zhou is a Researcher in the Climate Change and Risk Programme. read more

“On the issue of food security, China not only does not pose a threat to the world, but makes a contribution to global food security,” he said. China intends to continue its existing policies, he said. Mr. Bi said rising grain imports aren’t due to domestic shortages, but because global prices are lower than domestic prices. read more