“What are the possible drawbacks of pre-prepared meals?”: Trending hashtag on Chinese social media
In the past few years, many regions in China have adopted centralized kitchens for school meals. Catering companies are tasked to distribute meals to local schools. Concerns have arisen about the health implications of such pre-prepared meal, as parents are worried this could potentially be detrimental to students’ health in the long run. There has […]
The fast-food market in China: rapidly rising domestic brands and evolving consumer tastes
In recent years, the fast-food market in China has witnessed a steady growth trajectory, buoyed by the increasing incomes of Chinese residents. Although the revenue of the fast-food industry dropped by 10.08% in 2020 due to the pandemic, it has since rebounded due to proactive government measures, such as subsidies for food enterprises, and evolving […]
Seizing opportunities in China’s food and beverage market: innovation, convenience and rising health awareness
China’s food and beverage market has experienced significant growth in recent years, attracting companies from various industries. Several factors have influenced the industry’s development during this period. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about changes in people’s habits and values, leading to an increased focus on health and well-being. Additionally, the growing affluent population now vaunts […]
Here’s what F&B businesses need to know about China’s 2022 food import law
On the 13th of April 2021, the General Administration of Customs of P.R. China (GACC) released two new decrees affecting the food import law. Taking effect on the 1st of January, 2022, decrees 248 and 249 are raising concerns and questions from food importers worldwide, as it is more and more difficult to pass “China’s […]
Podcast transcript #87: Promote innovation through cooking experience in China
Find here the China Paradigm 87 and find out how to bring innovation through cooking experience in China and how cooking food workshops in China can allow Chinese employees to increase and free their creativity. Full transcript below Matthieu David: Hello everyone, this is China paradigm, where we Daxue consulting, interview season entrepreneurs in China. […]
Podcast transcript #9: the keys to success in opening a food business in China
Find here the full transcript of China paradigm episode 9. Learn more about Florent Bonnefoy’s story in China and find all the details and additional links below. BECOME AN EXPERT OF CHINA’S FOOD INDUSTRY BY LISTENING TO THIS PODCAST Matthieu: I’m today with Florent Bonnefoy, founder of Bonnefoy + Partners since last year. He started his […]
The Baby Food Market in China: a valuable Industry
Chinese Baby Food Many Chinese parents are unaware of the correct foods to feed their babies, the baby food market in China is evolving rapidly. The World Health Organization (WHO) provides recommendations on how to feed babies. WHO state that it is best to breastfeed babies between 0 and 6 months old. For babies between […]
Market research: Quinoa in China
Market research: Quinoa in China Growing popularity Originally cultivated as a subsistence crop by indigenous Andean population, quinoa contains healthy elements such as vitamins, proteins, essential amino acids which make it be recognized for its nutritive qualities. It seems to be gaining momentum in the whole world. The global demand is surging and the exports from […]
Market analysis: Agribusiness in China
Market analysis: Agribusiness in China Being the largest importer and the largest exporter of agricultural production, China feeds around 20% of world population. This is a result of long-term historical development of agriculture and agribusiness in China, which dates back to 7500 BC. Nowadays, agriculture still plays an important role in China employing 300 million […]
Market analysis: Aquaculture in China
Market analysis: Aquaculture in China Fish consumption has always been considered as a delicacy in China. Beginning as a family business with experience passed over from father to son, fish culture had to quickly evolve in order to satisfy the richest’s demand. From 1949, China began to expand the aquacultural market using large scale production […]
Market research: Consumption of seafood in China
Market research: Consumption of seafood in China Per capita consumption of seafood in China was about 45 kilograms in 2013, higher than the world average. According to FAO, China’s consumption of oysters and mussels increase 20% each year, making China one of the leading markets of expensive molluscs. The price of oyster has been doubled […]
Snack market in China
Substantial growth of snack market in China From 2005 to 2013, the snack food industry of China showed a growth of 16.9% every year for sales, with its revenue in 2013 hitting RMB770.57 billion. As the residents’ demand increases, the earnings from Chinese snack food industry these years is expected to grow at a high […]