Asian Market for Organic Food & Drink

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Research Highlights:

Asia is becoming a large producer and consumer of organic products. The region has over 3 million hectares of organic farmland, with some countries becoming international suppliers of organic fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices, rice and ingredients.

Organic food sales are increasing as consumers become more aware of organic production methods. The spate of food scandals, some involving Chinese foods, is stimulating consumer demand for organic products. Many organic foods are imported from Western countries because of the lack of processing in the region.

Distribution is increasing in mainstream retailers, with some supermarkets introducing private labels for organic products. Organic food & drink is also making inroads in foodservice & catering establishments.