Japanese beef prospects for resumption of export to China Kobe beef group expects November 21 19:28
For the first time in about 20 years, the export of Japanese beef to China is expected to resume, and the organization made by the producers of the finest Japanese beef Kobe beef is expected to lead to expansion of exports.
Exports of Japanese beef to China have been banned for nearly 20 years due to the occurrence of BSE in Japan, but the Japanese and Chinese governments will sign a safety agreement necessary for resuming exports next week. The export is expected to resume as early as next year.
Regarding this, Mr. Tetsunori Tanimoto, Secretary General of the Kobe Meat Distribution Promotion Council made by Kobe beef producers known as the finest Wagyu beef, told NHK, “China has developed its economy and many high-income people. I think that Kobe Beef is also recognized and expects to consume a lot. "
On the other hand, the group has received a lot of information that beef, which seems to be a fake name in Kobe, is already in circulation in China, so we will further strengthen monitoring to resume exports .
Mr. Tanimoto said, “There are cases where high-quality beef is called“ Kobe Beef ”and it is sold. I think we have to be prepared so that the exporter can protect the trademark exactly. I want you to sell only the ones distributed through the regular route as Kobe beef. "