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Infographic illustrating the increase in farm exports in FY 2017 to $139.8 billion

China’s food processors are increasingly seeking to import food-grade soybeans to meet consumer demand for soy-based foods.

On July 20, 2017, China notified the World Trade Organization of draft standards on 421 maximum residue limits (MRLs) for 112 pesticides in foods, as SPS/N/CHN/1054.

Retail sales of consumer goods in Xi Ning increased 11 percent in 2016. ATO Beijing observed U.S. fresh fruits, beverages, craft beer and wine in the market, as well as, imported food products....

Between April 17 and May 19, 2017, ATO Beijing partnered with other U.S. government agencies in the U.S. Embassy to promote an exciting five week American Foodie Tour Social Media Campaign.

China’s corn market is driven by a perfect storm of policy shifts, adverse weather conditions and logistical bottlenecks.

On December 18, 2016, the Chinese National Health and Family Planning Commission, Ministry of Agriculture, China Food and Drug Administration released the National Food Safety Standard....

South China is a juicy market for U.S. oranges…Upcoming opportunities for U.S. exporters to participate in a craft beer festival, as well as meet with South China hides & skins, seafood, and fresh....

ATO Chengdu hosted the 2014 American Food Festival from July 25-August 7 in Chengdu at two highend retailers.

Chongqing’s Lianglu Cuntan Port & Free Trade Zone (CFTA), China’s only inland free trade port, was established on Nov 12, 2008 with State Council approval.

According to Chinese government sources, a drought has affected 2.3 million people, 2.5 million head of livestock, and about 5 million hectares of cropland in 12 provinces and regions this summer.

On August 4, 2014, China notified the WTO of Draft National Food Safety Standards on Hygiene Specifications for Food Radiation Processing (SPS/N/CHN/685).