China’ s Ministry of Commerce spokesperson He Yongqian has confirmed that beef safeguard measures, implemented from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2028, are designed to support the domestic industry rather than restrict normal trade. As of 1 June 2026, Australian beef imports had reached 90% of its annual country-specific quota, nearing the threshold…
Fonterra strengthens its China foodservice presence with the launch of Anchor Essence Cream at Bakery China 2026, targeting the rapidly growing professional bakery segment.
New Zealand Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay has projected that bilateral trade between New Zealand and China will reach NZ$43 billion in 2026, with potential to grow to NZ$50 billion within five to six years. In an exclusive interview with 21st Century Business Herald, McClay emphasised that the NZ-China FTA serves as a…
China’ s General Administration of Customs (GACC) and Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA) jointly announced on 29 May 2026 the lifting of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) restrictions on northern Brazil, effectively recognising all of Brazil as FMD-free. This revokes import bans dating back to 2002,2005, and 2009. Brazil is already China’s largest beef…
China’s GACC Decree No. 280 on overseas food enterprise registration has taken effect from June 1, 2026, establishing new compliance requirements for all food manufacturers exporting to China, with significant implications for New Zealand dairy, meat, honey, and wine exporters.
