日本消费者对中华料理的喜爱也推动了预制中餐市场的发展。王宏鑫表示，不少日本品牌已经研发了青 椒肉丝、麻婆豆腐等经典中华料理的预制食品。用小龙虾产品打开销售渠道后，近几年，他也持续向日 本市场引进其他预制技术成熟的产品，如虾饺以及烤鱼、剁椒鱼、酸菜鱼等调味鱼片。 据日本冷冻协会最新数据，日本2024年冷冻食品消费额达1.3万亿日元（折合人民币约625亿元），再创 历史新高。全球统计数据库Statista以即热、即食类预制食品为统计口径，2022年，日本人均消费量为 23.2千克，中国、美国和英国的人均消费量分别为9.1千克、16.1千克和16.8千克。 格隆汇9月22日｜据中国新闻周刊，在日本，预制菜是消费者食用小龙虾最常见的方式。麻辣、蒜香、 十三香等调味小龙虾，通过速冻锁鲜、真空包装成为冷冻食品。消费者从超市买回家后，先进行解冻， 小龙虾也在这一过程中吸收调料入味，加热后即可食用。 时行株式会社的负责人王宏鑫，每年会出口6个货柜约150吨的预制小龙虾到日本，除了调味小龙虾，还 有清水虾、虾尾、纯虾肉等产品。产品主要供给东京、大阪等华人聚集城市的超市。"以往主要给中华 物产店供货，从去年开始，日系超市也开始采 ...

Core Insights - The small lobster industry in Qianjiang, Hubei, is experiencing stable growth despite price fluctuations in other regions, attributed to effective local policies and innovative farming practices [3][4][5] Group 1: Market Performance - In the first half of 2023, the average price of small lobsters in Qianjiang increased by 16.7% for small lobsters (2-4 taels) and 8.2% for medium lobsters (4-6 taels) compared to the previous year [1] - The total output of small lobsters in Qianjiang reached 25,600 tons in the first quarter of 2023, marking a year-on-year growth of approximately 9%, with a total output value of 2.732 billion yuan, up 41.21% [4] Group 2: Industry Development - The local government has implemented the "Shrimp Ten Articles" policy to support the high-quality development of the small lobster industry, promoting sustainable practices [3] - Qianjiang has established 48 small lobster processing enterprises with an annual processing capacity of 800,000 tons, ensuring stable market prices for farmers [5] Group 3: Innovative Practices - The introduction of a winter fishing ceremony in December 2024 aims to achieve staggered market supply, enhancing farmers' risk resistance and overall income [3][4] - The integration of technology in farming practices has helped alleviate seasonal production challenges, contributing to the goal of having lobsters available year-round [3][4] Group 4: Future Outlook - The sales volume of fresh small lobsters in Qianjiang is expected to exceed 200,000 tons in 2024, with a transaction value surpassing 10 billion yuan [7] - The industry is projected to continue its growth trajectory, with the first half of 2025 already seeing a transaction volume of 177,000 tons and a value of 7.527 billion yuan [7]

Group 1 - The small lobster processing industry in China is experiencing significant growth, with a variety of processed products gaining popularity in overseas markets such as the EU and Southeast Asia [1][5] - A processing company in Hubei Province is processing 500 tons of small lobsters daily, producing over 20 different products, with notable increases in sales of new products [3][5] - The same company expects to process approximately 43,000 tons this year, projecting a revenue of 2 billion yuan, with a 20% increase in sales for certain products [5] Group 2 - A food company in Hunan Province operates 32 production lines, producing around 300 tons of small lobsters daily, primarily for domestic and international markets, with an export target of 25 million USD this year [7] - To ensure quality and traceability, the company has implemented a digital management platform that oversees the entire production process from raw materials to finished products [9] - According to the China Aquatic Products Circulation and Processing Association, the small lobster industry has been on a fast track since 2012, with production expected to reach over 3 million tons by 2024, and the processing sector's share increasing annually [11] Group 3 - The processing volume of small lobsters increased by over 10% last year, with a 30% rise in the proportion of flavored and processed products, indicating a growing market acceptance for these items [13]

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese crayfish industry is expected to maintain stable growth in 2024, with a total output value exceeding 460 billion yuan, driven by technological innovation and structural optimization despite facing cost pressures and market fluctuations [1] Industry Overview - In 2024, the crayfish farming area is approximately 30 million acres, with total production exceeding 3 million tons, remaining stable compared to 2023 [2] - Traditional production areas like Hubei, Anhui, and Hunan continue to dominate, but growth in these regions is slowing, while non-traditional areas such as Guangxi, Sichuan, and Hainan are emerging due to off-season farming practices [2] Processing Sector - The crayfish processing industry is experiencing growth in both capacity and profit, with 41 surveyed enterprises reporting a total crayfish purchase volume of 260,000 tons, a year-on-year increase of 11.9% [3] - The total output value of these enterprises reached 5.06 billion yuan, up 13.5% year-on-year, with a notable shift towards high-value-added products [3][4] - Online sales of crayfish products have increased, reflecting the growing importance of e-commerce platforms in the industry [3] Consumer Trends - Consumer demand for crayfish is high, with preferences shifting towards quality and price sensitivity, particularly among younger demographics [5] - The average spending per transaction is concentrated in the 100-150 yuan range, indicating a balance between quality and cost [5] - The pre-prepared crayfish market has seen explosive growth, with online sales increasing by 40% in 2024 [6] Challenges and Solutions - The industry faces challenges such as rising farming costs and imbalances in profit distribution between farmers and processors [7] - Adoption of smart feeding technology and ecological mixed farming are suggested as solutions to reduce costs and risks [7] - Strengthening order agriculture models and establishing price linkage mechanisms are recommended to stabilize the market [7][8] Long-term Trends - The industry is moving towards self-sufficiency in seed supply, with a target of 80% self-sufficiency in seed production [9] - Integration of the entire industry chain is becoming a trend, with cultural and tourism events boosting local economies and contributing over 10% to the total output value [9] - Enhanced policy support is expected to facilitate technological innovation and market expansion, promoting high-quality development in the crayfish industry [9]