Organic News 3
Organic News magazine issue 3
Organic News magazine issue 3
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December 5-7, 2012<br />
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre<br />
AgriPro Asia Expo 2012<br />
Support <strong>Organic</strong> Sector in International Trade Market<br />
<strong>Organic</strong> Market grows rapidly around the world<br />
In accordance to “The World of <strong>Organic</strong> Agriculture 2012”, the pursuit of healthy eating style has become a fab and accelerated<br />
the great demand of organic products globally; especially in EU. This promising growth has triggered the blossom of organic<br />
products development in South East Asia for countries like China, India, Malaysia and Thailand as well. The report states that the<br />
organic agricultural land in Asia has grown from 0.06 (million hectares) in 2000 to 2.78 (million hectares) in 2010, indicating that<br />
the Asian countries also expand aggressively in the organic market.<br />
Besides, the higher profit margin from organic products has encouraged the Southeast Asian countries to develop in organic<br />
business. At the same time, other western counties, like Europe are also eager to expand their market to affluent, new market like Asia.<br />
Hong Kong has long been known for its sophisticated consumers who appreciate upscale food products. A survey conducted<br />
by the Hong Kong <strong>Organic</strong> Resource Centre in 2007 stated that “one-third of the 7 million people in Hong Kong now buy organic food<br />
at least once a week.” However, limited supply of the organic food cannot satisfy the great demand of Hong Kong.<br />
Hong Kong Trade Show Benefits <strong>Organic</strong> Industry<br />
AgriPro Asia Expo (APA) 2012 is the specialized<br />
agricultural B2B trade fair in Hong Kong supporting the organic<br />
sector. Taking place in a central location of East Asia,<br />
Hong Kong, which serves as an international business, trade<br />
and financial hub and is recognized as a springboard to China,<br />
Asia Pacific and international market with its free trade<br />
policy, low tax rate and excellent transportation network,<br />
APA helps the industry achieve more.<br />
APA 2011 had received a remarkable success with<br />
trade visitors and conference attendees coming from 30<br />
countries and regions. APA provides an agri-trade platform<br />
for importers, exporters, wholesalers, retailers, traders, distributors,<br />
producers, consulting and service providers to get<br />
access to the business networking opportunities and the industry<br />
latest trend development.<br />
Co-located expo, Hong Kong International Bakery<br />
Expo (HKIBE) would be another highlight which showcases<br />
bakery ingredients, flavorings and additives etc. Exhibitors<br />
and visitors would be benefited from the synergy effect<br />
brought by both expos.<br />
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