Maize is the most widely cultivated,used and highest yield crop in the world and China. The development of maize production plays a vital role in ensuring food security and matching the market requirement in China. We analyze and expound the current situation of maize production and breeding in China,the main problems at present stage and future trend of development,and forwards countermeasures and suggestions. In addition,the main maize research developments in 2017 were summarized.