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The Bangkok Post
The Bangkok Post
Thai food exports are expected to grow by 5% this year after robust growth of 26% in the first quarter, driven by the Russia-Ukraine conflict and mounting concerns about food shortages in many countries. Visit Limlurcha, honorary president of the Thai Food Processors Association, said the war triggered growing concerns about food security in many countries, leading importers to accelerate food shipments to avoid a shortage. “As one of the world’s largest food exporters, Thailand benefited from the war. Food exports generated 324 billion baht in the first quarter,” said Mr Visit. The baht’s wea…