Income growth, employment structure transition and the rise of modern markets: The impact of urbanization on residents' consumption of dairy products in China.

ABSTRACT: In modern society, dairy products have become increasingly important in our diet because of changes in consumption patterns due to urbanization. However, Chinese residents' dairy consumption remains at a relatively low level, with great potential for growth. Exploring the main determinants of dairy consumption and their effect mechanisms not only helps to improve the health status of residents, but also has important policy implications for the development of China's dairy industry. Based on the data of China Health and Nutrition Survey (CHNS) from 1989 to 2011, this study empirically analyzes the impact of urbanization on residents' dairy consumption. The results indicate that urbanization could significantly promote residents' consumption of dairy products and the effect is higher in are

SUBMITTER: Cheng R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9012357 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature