Singapore's food and beverage (F&B) services industry contributed approximately SGD 11.98bn or 3.5% to the country's total GDP in 2012. On a per capita basis, Singapore has the highest food consumption levels in Southeast Asia, accounting for 3% of GDP. Due to limited domestic agricultural production and rapid urbanisation, the country imports more than 90% of its food products, particularly from other Asian countries. Imports of F&B account for over 8% of GDP in 2012.
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Keep on reading: Singaporeans gorge the most in Southeast Asia
Keep on reading: Singaporeans gorge the most in Southeast Asia