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  • 27 Jul 2023, 10:54

Paws of Kaluga broilers are a delicacy in China. The main suppliers of a product that is not particularly in demand in Russia are the two largest broiler producers in the region: the poultry farm in Belousovo and the PRODO poultry farm Kaluzhskaya.

“Export of chicken legs to China is an interesting direction for the region. In our country, this product is not so in demand, while for other countries the paws are a delicacy product, they meet quality standards and are competitive,” the regional Ministry of Agriculture said.

It is worth noting that "Phoenix Legs" (as they are called in China) are fried, marinated, stewed, boiled and even made into chips. In Chinese retail, their cost exceeds the cost of chicken breast. There is even a belief that in order to maintain health, you need to eat 2-3 paws a day.