Weifang, located in Shandong Province, stands as a cornerstone of China’s agricultural innovation and development. Renowned as an important base for the production, processing, and export of agricultural products, Weifang is also recognized as a national hub for modern seed innovation and a key demonstration area for international cooperation in agriculture. At the heart of this thriving agricultural ecosystem lies the China Food Valley Industrial Park, an ambitious initiative designed to position Weifang as a global leader in sustainable agriculture, food innovation, and agribusiness development.
China Food Valley spans across the entire region of Weifang City, operating under a strategic layout referred to as “One Core, Five Zones, and Multiple Points.” This comprehensive structure integrates cutting-edge agricultural production, advanced food processing, research and development, and global trade.
- “One Core” represents the central development zone of China Food Valley, located in Hanting District, Weifang City. The initial phase encompasses a planned area of 14.23 square kilometers, with phase two expanding to 45 square kilometers. This core area serves as the innovation epicenter, hosting leading enterprises, advanced research institutions, and state-of-the-art service facilities.
- “Five Zones” represent specialized functional areas designed to complement the core, leveraging the unique strengths of various regions within Weifang. These include:
- Shouguang Vegetables and Seed Valley – A national leader in vegetable cultivation and seed innovation.
- Anqiu Standardized Export Base for Agricultural Products – A hub for globally compliant agricultural production.
- Xiashan Organic Agricultural Base – Focused on producing and processing organic agricultural goods.
- Zhucheng and Changle Meat Processing Base – Specializing in high-quality meat processing and exports.
- Port Agriculture and Food Processing Zone – Integrating food distribution, logistics, and export operations near Weifang’s ports.
The China Food Valley Core Zone is particularly focused on attracting industry leaders and fostering innovation. It is designed to bring in top-tier food and agricultural enterprises from the Fortune 500 list, alongside domestic and international industry leaders. The initiative also prioritizes the establishment of local headquarters for these companies, offering facilities such as research centers, design hubs, and procurement centers. Complementing this industrial backbone are comprehensive service institutions, including financial services, legal advisories, e-commerce platforms, and accounting firms.
A key emphasis is placed on talent development and technological advancement. By attracting high-end professionals and partnering with world-class research institutions, incubators, and technology transformation centers, China Food Valley aims to become a global hub for innovation in the food and agricultural sectors.
