Mervue Strengthens Industry Engagement Across China with Multi-Sector Visit
In March 2026, members of the Mervue team, including our Head Nutritionist and Veterinary specialist supporting the China market, completed a comprehensive visit across key regions of China. The trip focused on strengthening relationships, sharing technical expertise, and gaining further insight into large-scale livestock production systems across dairy, beef and pig sectors.
Beijing – Advancing Dairy Nutrition Dialogue
The visit began in Beijing with meetings alongside senior nutrition teams from leading agribusiness groups and large-scale dairy operations. Discussions centred on feed efficiency, herd performance, and the role of advanced nutritional strategies in supporting high-output dairy systems.
The scale of operations was significant, with one organisation managing nutrition programmes for a herd exceeding 500,000 dairy cows across multiple regions. Their structured nutrition teams and data-driven approach reflect the rapid advancement of China’s dairy sector, with increasing emphasis on efficiency, consistency and sustainability.
Yinchuan – Integrated Dairy and Beef Production Systems
In Yinchuan, the team visited a state-operated dairy enterprise managing multiple large-scale farms with a combined herd of over 140,000 cows. The operation demonstrated a highly integrated model, linking dairy production with beef systems through the utilisation of dairy-bred calves.
This approach supports both efficiency and sustainability, with strong performance metrics including high annual milk yields per cow and consistent daily output. The integration of dairy and beef production continues to be a key trend in optimising resource use within the sector.
Bole – Expanding Beef Production Capacity
The visit continued to Northwest China, where the team engaged with one of the region’s largest beef production enterprises. With tens of thousands of cattle and significant investment in processing infrastructure, the operation highlights the rapid expansion and industrialisation of beef production in China.
On-site discussions focused on nutritional strategies for growth performance, feed conversion efficiency and overall herd health within intensive beef systems.
Foshan – Strengthening Distribution Partnerships in the Pig Sector
The final stage of the trip included meetings with established partners in the pig sector, including distribution and wholesale stakeholders. Engagements with experienced technical professionals provided valuable insight into evolving requirements within large-scale pig production systems.
These discussions further reinforced the importance of strong local partnerships and technical collaboration to support long-term growth in the region.
Key Takeaways
- China’s livestock sector continues to scale rapidly, with highly integrated and data-driven production systems
- Dairy operations are advancing through structured nutrition teams and large herd management
- Integrated dairy–beef models are becoming increasingly important for efficiency and sustainability
- Beef production is expanding significantly, supported by investment in infrastructure and processing
- Strong technical partnerships remain critical in the pig sector to support market development
This visit reflects Mervue’s ongoing commitment to supporting customers globally through technical expertise, collaboration, and a deep understanding of evolving production systems.
