Singapore has implemented a range of sustainable food initiatives aimed at enhancing food security and promoting sustainable practices. These initiatives are part of the broader Singapore Green Plan 2030, which focuses on making the country more resilient and sustainable across various sectors.
30 by 30 Goal: Singapore aims to produce 30% of its nutritional needs locally by 2030. This goal addresses the country's reliance on food imports and aims to improve food security through local production. To support this, the government has provided funding and resources to boost urban farming and high-tech agriculture.
Agri-Food Cluster Transformation (ACT) Fund: The ACT Fund supports farmers in adopting innovative technologies and sustainable practices to enhance productivity and sustainability. This includes vertical farming, hydroponics, and aquaculture projects that maximize space and resources efficiently​ (SFA Singapore Food Agency)​​ (Home - MSE)​.
Singapore Food Story R&D Programme: This initiative allocates significant funding for research in sustainable urban food production, future foods, and food safety science. The aim is to drive innovation and develop new solutions for sustainable food production​ (SFA Singapore Food Agency)​.
Public-Private Partnerships: Singapore has engaged in partnerships, such as the one with the Netherlands, to develop projects like GroGrace, a climate-controlled vertical farm. This farm uses advanced hydroponic systems and IoT automation to produce a wide range of fresh produce sustainably​ (SFA Singapore Food Agency)​.
Liveability Challenge: Co-presented by the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) and Temasek, this global competition seeks innovative solutions in circular urban agriculture, aquaculture, and alternative proteins. Winning projects receive substantial funding to pilot their technologies in Singapore​ (SFA Singapore Food Agency)​.
Food Safety and Regulatory Frameworks: The SFA is enhancing food safety regulations through initiatives like the Safety Assurance for Food Establishments (SAFE) framework, which provides a comprehensive assessment of food safety practices at various establishments​ (Home - MSE)​.
These initiatives are part of Singapore's broader effort to build a sustainable and resilient food system, reducing dependency on imports and mitigating the impacts of climate change on food production​ (Singapore Green Plan 2030)​. For more detailed information, you can explore the official pages on the Singapore Food Agency and the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment websites.