Asian Market for Organic Food & Drink, The

The Asian market for organic food & drink is coming of age. Large increases in production and demand are making the Asian organic food industry one of the most important in the world. Indeed, producer countries like China are becoming global suppliers of organic ingredients whereas consumers in affluent countries like Singapore are some of the highest spenders in the world.

Over 4 million hectares of farmland is certified organic in Asia, however a large disparity exists between producer and consumer countries. Producer countries mainly grow organic crops for export markets. Countries like India, China and Thailand have become important growers of organic fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices, cereals & grains and tea.

Demand for organic foods is concentrated in affluent countries. Most sales are from countries like Japan, South Korea and Taiwan where consumers have high purchasing power. Increasing awareness of organic production methods and the link between good health and diet is stimulating consumer demand in these countries.

This first-ever dedicated report on the Asian market for organic food & drink gives detailed market & competitive information:

• Market size of country markets
• Market size of leading product categories
• Historic and projected market growth rates
• Revenue forecasts
• Market drivers & restraints
• Organic standards & regulations
• Country reports
• Sales channels
• Competitive analysis
• Consumer behaviour

Profiles are given of the leading producers, retailers and importers of organic foods in the Asian region. The report highlights the business opportunities to new entrants and exporters in this emerging market.