Alyssa Simek: the trend toward increased cheese consumption in China has remained resilient
Source: The DairyNews
Alyssa Simek, Vice President of Global Operations & Insights at HighGround Dairy reported, company concluded the analysis of December and Q4 2023 China Dairy Import Volumes.
- Despite a subdued demand for dairy products in China throughout 2023, the trend toward increased cheese consumption has remained resilient. This pattern is anticipated to persist in 2024 as Chinese consumers continue to broaden their protein options.
- Dairy demand in China maintains strength in coffee, milk tea, and yogurt establishments but encounters challenges within the retail and full-service restaurant sectors.
- The market's rebalancing suggests a more positive outlook, even though challenges persist in the importation of fluid milk and infant formula.
- Anticipated growth in milk production for 2024 may face challenges in achieving figures comparable to 2023, with a pronounced focus on improving milk quality and yield growth.
- Anticipate ongoing innovation in functional dairy products throughout 2024, aiming to enhance demand at the retail level. This signals a dynamic industry response to evolving consumer preferences and market conditions, Alyssa Simek writes.
- Dairy demand in China maintains strength in coffee, milk tea, and yogurt establishments but encounters challenges within the retail and full-service restaurant sectors.
- The market's rebalancing suggests a more positive outlook, even though challenges persist in the importation of fluid milk and infant formula.
- Anticipated growth in milk production for 2024 may face challenges in achieving figures comparable to 2023, with a pronounced focus on improving milk quality and yield growth.
- Anticipate ongoing innovation in functional dairy products throughout 2024, aiming to enhance demand at the retail level. This signals a dynamic industry response to evolving consumer preferences and market conditions, Alyssa Simek writes.
