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feb1Russia's Economy: 
Food Import Growth, When?
What ate the major economic signs that lead exporters to cautious optimism about Russia?

 

FAS Plants Russian Seeds for U.S. Export Economy
The ruble devaluation hit Russia hard, but there are signs of recovery that should encourage exporters.  An interview with FAS'  Geoffrey Wiggin and Asif Chaudhry

feb2U.S. Negotiating Proposal to the WTO Seeks Far-Reaching 
Pat Sheikh, the FAS Deputy Administrator for International Trade Policy, explains what our Nation had proposedl it boils down to a more open, rules-based agricultural trade system.

feb3AgLink: Small Businesses' Connection to Emerging Markets
A trillion-dollar Chinese economy is poised to enter a new era where private market forces will direct and shape the newly released purchasing power of China's middle class.

feb4Austria's Young Consumers Want Fun, Functional Foods
Wanted: Health food producers that provide a cool taste or hip health benefits.  U.S. exporters with catchy portable products are encouraged to apply.

Czechs on the Run Break for U.S. Snack Foods
En route from work or home, many U.S. commuters sneak snacks at the local quick mart.  A modernized Czech Republic is adopting

feb5Natural Beauty: Cosmetic Products Create Agri-Business
Swiss, French and Japanese cosmetic makers want Arizona jojoba. U.S. essential oils end up in perfumes and toothpastes.  Aloe vera from Texas is a good bet, too.

Making a Mint of Money:  Essential Oils' Exports Success
Mint-fresh breath is a leading U.S. exports.  Flavorings for everything from lemon soda to toothpaste are being exported worldwide.

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February 2001
  Volume XIII, No. 2

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

  Editor
    Jeanne McLaughlin
    (202) 720-0061

  Writers
 
   Linda Habenstreit
    Jill Lee
    Don Washington

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