Philippines: Connecting Port to Plate amid Evolving Food Preferences

  |   Attaché Report (GAIN)   |   RP2023-0071
The Philippines is expected to experience economic growth between 2025 and 2070, due to a shift in its demographics, necessitating a robust and efficient food distribution system. This report provides an overview of the distribution process of imported food and agricultural products from Philippine ports to consumers’ plates, highlighting evolving food preferences.

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