Abstract: Based on the analysis of 125 Adzuki bean varieties reported from 1969 to 2019 in China, it was found that there were fewer Adzuki bean breeding subjects in China, and most of them were scientific research and teaching institutions in main producing areas.The breeding objectives were diversified.The main breeding methods were changed from systematic selection to hybrid breeding, and the improvement of Adzuki bean varieties in China could be divided into three stages.It was the first time to sort out the new variety protection of legume varieties and analyze the reasons for the low enthusiasm of applying for new variety protection and the slow authorization.Based on the current situation of Adzuki bean breeding and industrial development trend, it was suggested to strengthen the basic research of Adzuki bean and gave play to the resource advantages.Paid attention to the protection of property rights and improved the management system.Tapped development potential and promoted industrial development.