The poultry export agency turns out to be a little - known business with an annual income of tens of millions

At three o'clock in the morning, when most people were still asleep, Mr. Zhang's mobile phone had already received the fifth email from a Middle - East client. "Can we place an additional order for 20 containers of chilled chicken?" Such demands have become a daily occurrence in his poultry export agency business. With the explosive growth of global protein demand, this seemingly traditional industry is quietly becoming a new hot spot in cross - border trade.

According to industry data, in 2023, China's poultry export volume increased by 23% year - on - year, reaching a new historical high. The Middle East, Southeast Asia, and African markets have become the main growth poles. Ms. Li's agency handled more than 8,000 tons of poultry meat orders in the Saudi market alone last year. "Customers are even willing to pay a 15% premium for halal certification."

• The expansion of the global protein gap: The FAO predicts that the demand for poultry meat will increase by 40% in 2030
• Industrial chain upgrading: Shifting from primary products to the export of deep - processed products
• Policy dividends: Agreements such as RCEP reduce tariff barriers

Just enthusiasm is far from enough if you want to share this cake. A senior consultant from Zhongshitong has summarized the common characteristics of successful agents:

1. Ability for compliant operations

From animal quarantine certificates to certificates of origin, errors in documents may lead to the return of an entire container of goods. Once, Mr. Zhang directly lost 170,000 yuan in freight due to omitting to fill in the heat treatment parameters.

2. Skill in supply chain integration

An excellent agent needs to precisely coordinate farms, slaughterhouses, cold - chain logistics, and overseas customs clearance like a Swiss watchmaker. "A European client placed a rush order before Christmas, and we completed the whole process from slaughtering to air transportation within 72 hours." Ms. Li shared.

3. Awareness of cultural adaptation

Middle - East clients avoid pink packaging, and the Japanese market requires separate packaging for chicken wing tips. These details are often more important than price. Professional agents will create a country - specific market guide for clients, even including the religious festival schedule of the target country.

• Start with niche categories: By - products such as duck necks and chicken feet face less competition
• Establish a dual quality inspection system: Domestic pre - inspection + overseas third - party reinspection
• Make good use of digital tools: The blockchain traceability system can increase customer trust by 30%

Standing at the industry's trend, some people see a mess, while others see a fortune. When you finish reading this article, another batch of freezers is on its way to Jebel Ali Port in Dubai. This seemingly traditional track is waiting for more professional players to re - define the rules of the game.