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    • Velvet introduction
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What is velvet?

Velvet antler is a well-respected traditional Oriental medicine that is fast becoming a sophisticated healthy food ingredient, well-suited to modern life.  Used by all age groups, velvet can assist with immunity, anti-fatigue and mobility – among many things. 

  • Velvet introduction

    A rapidly growing industry, New Zealand velvet is the superior choice with respected food companies and Oriental medicine practitioners for a number of reasons.

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    Deer eating lush green grass
  • Velvet processing

    Velvet processing involves a cooking process at different temperatures using wet heat followed by a very long period of dehydration.

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  • Velvet research

     In recent years, research has been carried out in some Western countries including New Zealand, and over the last 30 to 40 years in Asia.

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  • Velvet export

    New Zealand velvet exports have grown as demand increases, with New Zealand velvet exports around $43m, up from around $30m only five years ago.

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Where can I buy New Zealand Deer Velvet products?

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      • What is velvet?
        • Velvet introduction
          • Deer farming
          • Velvet removal
          • Velvet production
          • Traditional uses of Deer velvet
        • Velvet processing
        • Velvet research
          • Velvet composition
        • Velvet export
      • Health benefits
      • Where to buy
        • Exporters
        • Processors
        • Retailers
        • Deer co-product suppliers
      • News & Resources
        • News
        • Resources
        • Image galleries
        • External resources and links
      • Contact us

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