The Myanmar Agro Based Food Processors & Exporters Association was founded on 21^st August 2006 with the aim of developing the food industry of the country. The Food Industries Development Supporting Laboratory has also been established since 2009 for the evaluation and standardization of food products. The name of the association has also been changed to Myanmar Food Processors and Exporters Association since 11^th May 2012, to cover all food sectors.

Objectives

• Achieve all round productivity increase through systematic development of production capabilities of local food processors.
• Work towards the improvement of local quality standard in line with international levels leading to the development of wide spread value added quality products which can effectively compete in the local and international markets.
• Increase the contribution of processed foods sector in export promotion and import substitution through development of international level high quality value added products.
• Aid local food industries in penetration, sales, marketing and expansion of international markets.
• Aid local food processors in new product development through knowledge, technology, quality and markets competencies.
• Improve supply chain management of raw material suppliers, finished goods manufacturers and buyers for faster and easier linkages.
• Undertake human resource development and information dissemination activities to improve the information and knowledge base of local food processors.
• To work towards the growth of new enterprises in the food industry for increased business opportunities and skilled work force.
• To establish market linkages with local and foreign business organizations and associations for cooperation in the areas of knowledge and market access development.