Oct 1 2007 | China, Peoples Republic of | 2nd China International (Xiamen) Fisheries Expo 2007 -- South China is a ke 
Highlight: A visit to the International Fisheries Expo 2007 in Xiamen highlighted South China’s pivotal role, especially Fujian Province’s, in processing seafood. Fujian and Guangdong each process about the same amount and rank second after Shandong Province where most seafood in China is processed. Last year Fujian exported 1.3 million tons, worth US$1.5 billion. It is also China’s largest processor of eel, with exports valued $.7 billion. Fujian ranks first in per capita annual seafood expenditure. Food safety scares are hot issues, and many local processors are worried about its impact on business.
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Jan 4 2007 | China, Peoples Republic of | Annual 
Highlight: In 2007, China's total aquatic production is forecast to reach 54 million metric tons (MMT), up 3 percent from 2006's estimated 52.5 MMT. The continued development and expansion of aquaculture is attributed to higher demand in response to economic growth and increased aquatic product consumption. Aquatic exports are projected to exceed $8 billion, with an expected surplus of more than $5 billion. Exports to the United States alone are forecast to reach $1.7 billion.
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