Contents

photo - different foodsAssessing the Effects of Slovenia's EU Accession
Along with numerous other countries, Slovenia joined the EU (European Union) on May 1, 2004, adopting the EU's laws, tariff system and Common Agricultural Policy. With it's strong, maturing economy and stable democracy, Slovenia could prove a viable market for U.S. suppliers, although domestic and foreign producers will offer stiff competition.

Analyzing the Czech Republic's EU Accessionphoto - building in Czech Republic
The Czech Republic has strong economic and per capita income growth, as well as substantial foreign investment and integration with world markets. The effects of its accession to the European Union in U.S. exports are mixed and driven mostly by tariff changes.

photo - jar foodsAppraising Slovakia's EU Accession
Although not yet as developed as some of its fellow EU members, Slovakia is becoming a modern market economy. With Slovakia's accession, U.S. agricultural exporters face higher tariffs on poultry meats, fish tobacco, dried fruits and nuts. Import tariffs will decline for U.S. pork, planting seeds, wines, bourbon, whiskey and cigarettes.

Branded Products Best Bets in Turkey's Retail Marketphoto - inside of mosque
Still largely self-sufficient in food needs, Turkey can be a tough market to crack.  However, the right combination of brand and quality can entice consumers who already appreciate U.S. products.

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  July 2004
  Volume XVI, No. 7

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

  Editor
  Priscilla B. Glynn

  Writers
  Mary Rekas
  Donald Washington
  Priscilla B. Glynn

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