Xia Jingyuan, Director of the National Agricultural Technology Extension Service Center, shared insights during an interview at the 23rd China Plant Protection Information Exchange & Pesticides Trade Fair. He emphasized that following the successful first phase of the mission in 2007, the center plans to continue its efforts from 2008 to 2010 by implementing a demonstration project focused on replacing highly toxic pesticides with safer alternatives. Since the initiative began in 2005, the project has conducted 132 field trials and 77 large-scale demonstrations, identifying 29 alternative pesticide varieties and 43 application techniques. These include substitutes for five highly toxic organophosphorus pesticides such as methamidophos. The program has not only reduced cases of human and animal poisoning and environmental harm but also improved farmers’ knowledge of scientific pesticide use, enhancing crop protection and product quality. However, Xia pointed out that challenges remain. Despite progress, some foundational work is still lacking, and technology promotion needs more effort. With changing climate conditions, shifting planting structures, and increasing outbreaks of migratory pests and diseases, there are gaps in available alternatives, insufficient application technologies, and limited risk assessments. Some methods are not yet mature, and training and demonstration efforts have not been widely adopted. To address these issues, the second phase of the project will focus on six key areas in 2008. First, screening of biological activity for various target pests across multiple crops, including rice, cotton, wheat, corn, apples, citrus, vegetables, tea, soybeans, sugarcane, peanuts, and litchi. Second, field experiments and supporting research to test and recommend effective products and techniques. Third, risk assessments, including resistance and non-target effects. Fourth, demonstration of optimized application methods. Fifth, large-scale trials across 12 crops targeting 40 pests, with 70–80 demonstration sites planned. Finally, extensive outreach through wall charts, manuals, meetings, and training sessions to ensure wide adoption of new practices. This continued effort aims to reduce reliance on harmful chemicals and support sustainable, safe agricultural development in China.

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