Agricultural Trade in China

China is the world's largest agricultural economy and the leading producer and consumer of many agricultural commodities. In recent years, its massive population and tremendous income growth have fuelled a rapid increase in both the quantity and quality of food and fibre consumed. While China has met much of its needs by increasing domestic production, it has also emerged as a leading global importer of several agricultural commodities, including cotton, soy beans, vegetable oils, and hides and skins. China's increase in imports has benefited its trade partners significantly, but only for a narrow range of products. This book provides information and analysis regarding the conditions of competition in China's agricultural market and trade and their effects on U.S. agricultural exports.