Thailand's food factory cluster has seen a production capacity loss of 20-30% due to the pandemic, but food exports are expected to grow by 3-5% in 2021 as countries relax lockdowns and vaccinate populations. The country's exports, including fresh fruit, processed food, chicken, meat, and beverages, have seen a mixed performance in the first seven months, with some categories experiencing growth while others decline. The government's measures to relax business restrictions have had a positive impact on the food market, and the demand for food products is expected to improve further with potential New Year celebrations. However, food exporters face challenges such as high freight costs and COVID-19 prevention measures in factories, which may affect production capacity.