China creates a new highland for cold chain logistics in the Midwest

The article highlights the development of Henan Zhongyuan Four Seasons Aquatic Products Flow Port in Zhengzhou, China, which has become a major hub for the distribution of seafood and other perishable food products from around the world. With an annual transaction volume of over 100 billion yuan and covering more than 700 acres, the port has received numerous accolades, including being designated a 'National Key Aquatic Products Wholesale Market Price Acquisition unit' and listed among China's Top 50 Cold Chain Logistics Enterprises.

To ensure food safety, the port employs a strict market access system, requires merchants to have the necessary certificates, and operates a quality and safety self-inspection system. It has also established a food safety work leadership group for training merchants and conducting daily inspections. The port has been recognized for its honesty and has been awarded several honors, including entry into the China Food and Agricultural Products Cold Chain Demonstration Base. Plans are underway to invest over 6 billion yuan to expand the port into a refrigerated cold chain logistics industrial park, capable of accommodating over 5,000 merchants and offering cold storage facilities and food processing areas.