The A-share planting sector continued its upward surge, with Kangnong Seed Industry rising over 24%, Shennong Seed Industry hitting its 20% daily limit, and Qiule Seed Industry rising over 19%. Other stocks such as Xinjiang Saiwei, Longping High-Tech, Nongfa Seed Industry, and Wanxiang Denong also hit their daily limits. In terms of news, as of last Friday, the Bloomberg Agriculture Spot Index, which tracks 10 major agricultural products, rose more than 13% in August, on track for its largest monthly gain since July 2012.