Innovation and technology center Miktech has started co-operation to export Finnish food products to China. The export operations will be carried out in collaboration with the Chinese importer Shenzhen Bilberry Industrial.
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Functional foods and berry products in particular have garnered interest in China. The Chinese market is estimated to hold significant potential for organic, low-processed foods. The targeted customer base consists primarily of high-income Chinese women.
Supply agreements have already been signed with the import company and two Finnish farms. Aten Marja-Aitta’s sugar-free berry juices and Vavesaari Farm’s organic apple juice have been exported to China. Both companies are based in South Savo.
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