Dairy Products China News

Dairy Products China News provides you with real-time intelligence on China's dairy market.

Demand for dairy products has increased so rapidly in China that the country has become the center of the global dairy market - the main driver of the 'white gold rush' in 2014, and the subsequent crash the following year.

Competition is intensifying as more international dairy companies seek to make their fortunes in this huge market, while domestic players are struggling to remain competitive through M&A, improving raw milk supplies and upgrading processing facilities. Meanwhile, the ecommerce revolution is putting pressure on prices and the government continues to tighten regulations on food safety and imports.

Dairy Products China News will help you stay ahead of the game in this fast-changing market with real-time reporting on the entire dairy industry chain, from raw milk and milk powder to infant formula, cheese and other end products. This includes:

The latest market data, including price information for raw materials, intermediates and end products, import/export data, production, consumption, operating rates, etc.

In-depth analysis of market trends, Chinese government policy, the performance of leading Chinese producers, M&A, new technologies, and more

Expert commentary from industry insiders, including regular guest articles and interviews with insiders at leading Chinese manufacturers, associations and government organizations

Dairy Products China News is also available as a monthly newsletter, which can be downloaded in PDF

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Huishan Dairy: Babylamu Offers a Stepping Stone in its Drive to Become a National Player

Published on 31 ^st March, 2016

On 9 March, Huishan Dairy officially established a partnership with the Babylamu mother and baby retail chain, the latest step in its drive to transform itself from a regional dairy company into a national player.

Mengniu Probably To Acquire O2O Community Platform Shequ001

Published on 31 ^st March, 2016

On 8 March, news came that Mengniu had signed a M&A agreement with Shequ001, an O2O (= online to offline) platform before the Spring Festival. O2O business insiders supposed that Mengniu has an intention to develop the 3^rd sales channel, and meanwhile dairy analysts believed that Mengniu would like to make business layout in low-temperature milk segment.

Beingmate: Low Net Profit and Weak Profitability

Published on 31 ^st March, 2016

On 29 February, Beingmate signalled that its full-year 2015 net profit was up by 50.62% to USD15.8 million (RMB103.8 million), but that when government subsidies were removed, the margin was far behind the industry average. In truth the company is facing some large operating risks.

China's Registration Regulation for Special Infant Formula to Be Implemented

Published on 31 ^st March, 2016

On 10 March, CFDA unveiled the full context of the Administrative Measures for Registration of Foods for Special Medical Purpose. It is specified that FSMP includes those for infant (0-12 months). Accordingly, this regulation is to be implemented from 1 July.

Purchase Price of Raw Milk to Stay Stable and Decline Slightly in H1 2016

Published on 31 ^st March, 2016

On 20 March, the Q2 reference purchase price of raw milk in Hebei Province was set. It is expected that throughout the country, the purchase price of raw milk will stay stable and decline slightly in H1.

Rong Yongqi: It's Critical to Rebuild Confidence in Our Infant Formula

Published on 31 ^st March, 2016

Rong Yongqi, member of CPPCC and Regional Executive Director of AIA, made a series of suggestions at the Fourth Plenary Session of 12th CPPCC National Committee, aimed at rebuilding consumer confidence in Chinese infant formula.

Condensed Milk Maker Panda Dairy: Net Profit Up by 400%+ YoY in 2015

Published on 31 ^st March, 2016

On 9 March, Panda Dairy released its full-year 2015 financial figures. Specifically, its net profit was up by 448.1% YoY to USD11.0 million (RMB72.0 million).

Dairy Giants Target LAB Beverage Market

Published on 31 ^st March, 2016

On 29 February, Bright Dairy launched an ambient LAB beverage aimed at health conscious consumers.

Knockout of Small Infant Formula Enterprises to Be Accelerated Under Strict Supervision

Published on 31 ^st March, 2016

On 27 February, CFDA released the list of 17 infant formula producers substandard for food safety. The stricter supervision on dairy industry will force many small enterprises to withdraw from this business.

Shengmu Launches Aorisu Milk

Published on 24 th March, 2016

Want Want: Financial Figures Down Again

Published on 24 th March, 2016

Danone Suspends Sales of Karicare

Published on 24 th March, 2016

Ausnutria: Net Profit Down by 40%+ in 2015

Published on 24 th March, 2016

Abbott and Fonterra Dairy Farming Project in Shandong

Published on 24 th March, 2016

Gonda Launches Masuni Flavoured Yoghurt

Published on 24 th March, 2016

Swiss Infant Formula Brand Primalac Officially Launched

Published on 24 th March, 2016

Knight Dairy Establishes Subsidiary in Shandong with Victoria Animal Husbandry

Published on 24 th March, 2016

MOA: The Importance of Milk Quality

Published on 24 th March, 2016

Junlebao Dairy Invests USD152.9 million into Dairy Project

Published on 24 th March, 2016

NBDG Launches Rose & Aloe Flavoured Yoghurt

Published on 15 th March, 2016

On 1 March, NBDG launched a rose & aloe flavoured yoghurt onto the market. However, in view of its sales channels, it is foreseeable that it cannot make waves in the market.