The 24th Guangdong Seed Expo is being held from Dec 11 to 13 in Kemulang, Tianhe district, Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong province.

Visitors observe new seed varieties and advanced planting techniques in demonstration fields. [Photo/WeChat account: tianhefabu]

As the headquarters of the Guangdong Agricultural Technology Promotion Center and a core area for modern urban agriculture, Kemulang is pivotal to the province's seed industry innovation.

This year's expo aims to enhance the high-quality development of the seed industry, reinforcing Guangzhou's position as a national seed innovation hub.

The expo's main venue in Tianhe serves as a comprehensive one-stop platform for seed trading, bringing together renowned seed companies, research institutions, and experts from around the globe. It facilitates precise matchmaking between seed enterprises and buyers, covering the entire seed industry chain from genetic resources to industrialization. By integrating financial and insurance services, the expo fosters a dynamic, modern seed industry ecosystem.

Under the principles of "National Strategy, Global Vision, Industrial Perspective, Enterprise Position", the event is structured around a "1+1+N" format – comprising an opening ceremony, achievement exhibitions, and multiple thematic displays and associated activities. It highlights cutting-edge technologies and showcases high-quality varieties and breeding techniques, leveraging Guangdong's strategic advantages.

An enterprise's exhibition booth draws a continuous flow of visitors seeking its agricultural biotechnology solutions at the Guangdong Seed Expo. [Photo/WeChat account: tianhefabu]

The expo also hosts international forums and business meetings, with participation from global leaders like Rijk Zwaan and Syngenta.

The event is being held across 15 cities in Guangdong with 19 sub-venues, ensuring the latest innovations reach local areas. By integrating artificial intelligence, internet of things, and digital twin technologies, the expo aims to transform smart agriculture from concept to reality, supporting Guangdong's agricultural advancement and rural vitalization.