Where does Singapore get food from?

- Singapore produces some of its food, but relies heavily on imports.

- <25% of land in Singapore is used for agriculture

- Majority of domestically produced food comes from:

- Poultry and eggs

- Pig farming

- High value crops in polyhouses and shade houses

- Fish farming (mostly barramundi)

- Most domestic agricultural production occurs on the following islands:

- Lim Chu Kang

- Mandai

- Sungei Tengah

- Pulau Ubin

- Lim Chu Kang

- Seletar

Imports: About 90% of Singapore's food is imported due to a lack of agricultural land and water. Singapore imports food because:

- Limited land and water resources.

- Singapore is densely populated, leaving limited space for agriculture.

- Singapore relies heavily on imports from various countries around the world.

- Its strategic location as a major port and regional hub, making it a natural hub for food distribution in Southeast Asia.

- Diverse population with varied food preferences.

- Food trade agreements with other countries.

Major trading partners:

- Malaysia is the largest source of food imports for Singapore, accounting for 30% of total imports, including vegetables, fruits, and live poultry.

- China 19%

- Australia 9%

- Indonesia 8%

- United States 5%

- Brazil 4%