Where is China's most productive farming region?

China's most productive farming region is primarily located in the eastern part of the country, which includes the North China Plain and the Yangtze River Delta. The North China Plain is often referred to as the "breadbasket of China" because it is a major wheat-growing area and produces a significant portion of the country's grain. Additionally, the Yangtze River Delta is incredibly fertile and supports a wide variety of crops, including rice, due to its warm climate and plentiful water from the Yangtze River.

China's agricultural regions can generally be broken down into two main categories based on the staple crops that are grown: the wheat-based agriculture in the north, and the rice-based agriculture in the south. The North China Plain extends over several provinces and is bordered by the Yellow River (Huang He) in the northern part and the Huai River to the south. This region's loess soil—a windblown silt—combined with the flat terrain and seasonally consistent rainfall patterns, make it an ideal place for extensive agriculture.