New Zealand wine exports to China surged 47% to NZ$56 million over the 12 months to January 2026, while exports to South Korea jumped 92% to NZ$44 million, as winemakers pivot towards Asian markets to offset trade barriers and declining consumption in traditional markets. Industry leaders say Asian cuisine and culture pair well with…
China has implemented a three-year tariff-rate quota (TRQ) system on beef imports effective January 1, 2026, applying to all major beef trading partners including New Zealand. New Zealand receives an annual duty-free quota of 206,000 tonnes, rising to 214,000 tonnes in subsequent years, worth up to NZ$1.75 billion if fully utilised, representing approximately 8%…
China’s General Administration of Customs (GACC) has issued Announcement No. 27 of 2026, setting out the operational details for its revised Regulations on the Registration of Overseas Producers of Imported Food (GACC Order No. 280), effective 1 June 2026. Eighteen product categories including meat, dairy, seafood, honey, infant formula and health foods continue to…
