The four-day China International Agricultural Trade Fair opens on Thursday in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province. [Photos provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

On Thursday, the 21st China International Agricultural Trade Fair opened in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province, focusing on accelerating the development of modern agriculture and promoting comprehensive rural vitalization.

The fair was organized by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs. It emphasizes showcasing achievements, promoting exchanges, nurturing brands and facilitating trade.

The four-day China International Agricultural Trade Fair opens on Thursday in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province. [Photos provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Attendees can visit 12 themed exhibition areas, including provincial and municipal branded agricultural products, high-quality products from rural assistance industries, smart agriculture, agrarian culture and agricultural machinery.

The four-day China International Agricultural Trade Fair opens on Thursday in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province. [Photos provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

The fair brings together high-quality enterprises from 15 countries to showcase their products, with an initiative aiming to promote international trade exchanges and cooperation in agricultural products. This year, Kazakhstan has been designated as the guest of honor.

The four-day China International Agricultural Trade Fair opens on Thursday in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province. [Photos provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

This year is the first time the four-day event has ventured into the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

Source: China Daily
Editor: Lyu Yun