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In-shell or Out, China's Nutty for U.S. Tree Nutsphoto - tree nuts
Consumer demand for tasty snacks and bakery and confectionery goods is driving increased imports of tree nuts in China.

photo - bottle & glass of wineNew opportunities on China for U.S. Wine Producers
With continued economic growth, a burgeoning middle class and reductions in import tariffs, China offers new opportunities for U.S. wine producers.photo - bag of groceries

Competition's Strong for South Korea's Robust Wine Market 
More and more Koreans are favoring healthful as well as Western foods and beverages, trends that are swelling the popularity of drinking wines with meals.

photo - beach chairs & umbrellaThe Bahamas Appeal to U.S. Tourist's Dollars
This island paradise retains its attraction for U.S. tourists, and remains a string market for U.S. foods and beverages.

The South African Market is Boomingphoto - scenic view
South Africa's agricultural imports for 2003 amounted to $2.14 billion, a 30-percent increase from 2002. Despite limited disposable income, the average South African is demanding a wide range of products on supermarket shelves.

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  April 2004
  Volume XVI, No. 4

  Published by
  U.S. Department of Agriculture
  Foreign Agricultural Service

  Editor
  Priscilla B. Glynn

  Writers
  Harold Kanarek   
  Mary Rekas
  John H. Rice
  Donald Washington
   
   

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