The issues pertain to animal confinement, animal medications, and procedures for termination of producer certification. The public comment period closes on December 14, 1998. Issue papers are available at the NOP home page . Often, foods that first appear on shelves in Singapore eventually make their way to markets in Malaysia and other countries in the region. Fueled by changing lifestyles, education, and a government campaign to encourage good eating habits and healthy living, demand for health food and organic products is growing in trend-setting Singapore.
Price is a concern however.
As a result, organic produce may cost from 3-5 times the price of conventional produce. Singapore imports macrobiotic products from Japan, and pasta, olive oil, spaghetti sauce, and coffee substitute from Europe. However, the United States is viewed in Singapore as the most developed and innovative source of health and organic products. Best prospects for U.S. exporters include dried beans, whole grain and rice products, beverages, and healthy snack foods. See complete text and visit the ATO web site .