Zhong Guo Shi Pin Wang·2025-07-29 02:47Group 1 - The third China International (Foshan) Prepared Food Industry Conference was held in Foshan, Guangdong, attracting over 1,000 companies and buyers from nearly 40 countries, focusing on high-quality development and innovation in the prepared food industry [1] - The conference featured the release of the "Top 100 Prepared Food Companies in China 2025" by iiMedia Research, providing a benchmark for industry standards [1][5] Group 2 - In March 2024, a joint notice from six departments, including the State Administration for Market Regulation, defined prepared food and implemented stricter regulations, marking a turning point for the industry [2] - The prepared food market growth rate decreased from 33.8% in 2023 to 27.3% in 2024, indicating a shift from quantity expansion to quality selection as low-quality companies exit the market [2] Group 3 - The prepared food market in China reached a scale of 485 billion yuan in 2024, with a projected growth to 749 billion yuan by 2026 [3] - The demand for cold chain logistics in China increased from 302 million tons in 2021 to 365 million tons in 2024, highlighting the importance of supply chain capabilities [4] Group 4 - The "Top 100 Prepared Food Companies" list includes leading brands such as Shuanghui Group, Haidilao, and Wen's Food, with Shuanghui Group scoring 84.36, ranking first [6][7] - The list reflects the dominance of food processing companies, which account for 58% of the industry, indicating a focus on industrial production [16] Group 5 - Guangdong province leads in the prepared food industry, with 21% of the top companies located there, benefiting from a complete industrial chain and innovative product offerings [13] - The industry is characterized by regional clusters, with companies leveraging local resources for differentiated development, such as Hesheng Aquatic Products and Yihua Food [18]