FAS Weekly Attache Report Digest
November 02, 2002

ITALY, October 31, 2002 -- Italian apple and pear production for 2002 are forecast to increase up to 2.37 million tons and 910,000 tons respectively. Italian table grape output should slightly decline whereas concentrated apple juice production is forecast to increase from 2001 levels.

EGYPT, October 25, 2002 -- Total Egyptian fluid milk production in 2001 increased by about 19 percent over the 2000 level due to expansion in the dairy sector. NFDM imports decreased in 2001 but are expected to rebound as safeguard duties diminish.

CHINA, PEOPLES REPUBLIC OF, October 25, 2002 -- Income disparity between Chinese urban and rural residents hinders market development

NIGERIA, October 24, 2002 -- Sales of U.S. processed foods to retailers and direct consumers at Post-organized promotions from November 2001 to October 2002 were nearly $1.5 million. FAS Lagos ‘Foreign Buyers List' was increased by 25 percent, greater buyer contacts were established for U.S. suppliers and higher awareness was gained for U.S. foods through these events. Post will assist exporters seeking to initiate or expand sales to the Nigerian market in arranging the exhibition of sample products and sales catalogs during Post-programmed promotions detailed in this report.

MALAYSIA, October 24, 2002 -- Malaysia relies heavily on dairy imports for its dairy products industry. New Zealand and Australia are the major suppliers in Malaysia. Limited opportunities exit for US to supply full cream milk powder, skim powder and whey powder.

TAIWAN, October 24, 2002 -- Taiwan dairy production is expected to hover close to 350k mt until the market for fluid milk liberalizes in January 2005. While foreign suppliers will be limited by TRQs to less than 10% of fluid milk demand until that time, they already dominate all other dairy product categories. Dairy is now a fixed component of the Taiwan diet, with most product types having favorable long-term growth prospects. Increasing consumer taste and quality expectations make demand growth prospects best in the mid- to better product quality range.

SPAIN, October 24, 2002 -- MY 2002 Spanish strawberry production decreased substantially from MY 2001 due to a decrease in planted area. MY 2002 fresh strawberry imports increased to offset some of this decrease in production while exports and domestic consumption decreased. MY 2003 production is forecast to increase.

PHILIPPINES, October 24, 2002 -- Total dairy imports are expected to remain flat through 2003 despite modest economic gains achieved by the country. The volume of dairy imports declined by nine percent in 2001 while the value of dairy imports increased slightly due to the rising cost of milk in the world market. Imports are not expected to increase until after 2004 when tariff rates are scheduled to decrease. Philippine exports of all finished dairy products surged by over 110 percent in 2001

POLAND, October 24, 2002 -- Polish strawberry production declined 33 percent in 2002 due to lower area and unfavorable weather. Frozen strawberry exports declined 28 percent to 90,000 MT in 2002 while fresh 2002 exports are estimated at 15,300 MT compared to 20,000 MT in 2001. Since new plantings are not expected to result in commercial production for 2-3 years, production in 2003 is projected to remain at roughly the same level as in 2002. Minimal impact on the strawberry sector is expected following Poland's likely 2004 EU accession.

POLAND, October 24, 2002 -- Fluid milk, cheese and WDM production is expected to grow in 2002 as a result of higher output of raw milk, export demand for WDM and cheese and zero tariff for Polish dairy products exported to the EU. Exports of NFDM and butter are expected to decrease due to lower world prices. As a result of EU membership expected in 2004, Poland will introduce a milk production quota system.

NEW ZEALAND, October 24, 2002 -- Total apple production in the 2001-02 season (October - September) increased 15 percent and apple exports will rise to 325,000 MT, up 29 percent over a year earlier. Pear production increased only moderately, but seasonal export movement will total 10,500 MT, up 133 percent. Significant increases in apple and pear export shipments are responding to high export grade packouts and a reduced apple processing volume.

NEW ZEALAND, October 24, 2002 -- The NZ Ministry for the Environment has released a discussion document seeking public response to issues relating to the release of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). A prominent pro-GM organization has expressed concern that the document raises issues which anti-GM groups will use to achieve regulations that will stifle the development of a NZ biotechnology industry.

NEW ZEALAND, October 24, 2002 -- Increases in roundwood harvest volumes anticipated over the next decade offer significant wood processing investment opportunities in New Zealand. Softwood log production and exports in 2003 are forecast to increase 6 percent and 7 percent, respectively. Softwood lumber production and exports are forecast to increase 4 percent and 2 percent, respectively.

THAILAND, October 24, 2002 -- The leading Asian rice exporting nations came together in Bangkok, Thailand last week, at the invitation of the Thai Prime Minister, to initiate cooperation among themselves to stabilize world rice export prices. Thailand, India, Vietnam, China, and Pakistan together have formed the Council on Rice Trade Cooperation for the goal of stabilizing world rice prices. Thailand's P.M. earlier said that the group would seek to get prices back to 1997 levels, some 30 percent higher than current prices. Rice exports from these five countries account for about 71 percent of the 24.5 MMT world market in CY 2001.

THAILAND, October 24, 2002 -- The report contains the situation and outlook of fluid milk, nonfat dry milk, and whole milk powder, in 2002 and 2003.

CHINA, PEOPLES REPUBLIC OF, October 24, 2002 -- The Fourth International Fruit and Vegetable Exposition in Yantai, China foreshadows the challenges US fresh fruit exporters will face in China.

INDONESIA, October 24, 2002 -- In CY02, the demand for dairy products in Indonesia have grown by 10 percent to 195,000 mt, compared to 178,000 mt in CY01. Domestic production covers only 30 percent of Indonesia's total dairy consumption requirements opening a market opportunity for imports of NFDM and FFDM. In CY03, Indonesia is expected to import 125,000 mt of NFDM and 40,000 mt of FFDM to meet consumption needs. To take advantage of this growth in import demand, U.S. suppliers will have to compete with traditional suppliers like New Zealand and Australia.

NEW ZEALAND, October 25, 2002 -- New Zealand's dairy industry is being challenged this season to optimize its product-mix to maximize industry returns in a low-priced international dairy marketing environment. Total production of powdered milk, butter, and cheese this season is forecast to increase 160,000 tons over last year. Export volumes for powdered milk and butter will be up this year, while cheese shipments will decline in response to heavy global supplies and weak prices.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF, October 25, 2002 -- In 2003, it is expected that dairy imports will rise despite surplus fluid milk production as imports of both cheese and NFDM. Imports of cheese, which dipped temporarily in 2002 are expected to return to 2001 levels. Meanwhile, imports of whey powder are expected to increase by 10-15 percent.

AUSTRALIA, October 25, 2002 -- Agriculture Minister Truss has announced a new allocation scheme for Australia's beef exports to the United States for 2003 and 2004.

CHINA, PEOPLES REPUBLIC OF, October 25, 2002 -- As the world's most populous country, China is fast emerging as a superlatively important market for many US businesses. Understanding and practicing Chinese etiquette is one of the keys to a successful business experience in China. Generational change and increasing exposure to global media are gradually transforming Chinese culture, however the Agricultural Trade Office has identified a few basic observations and suggestions for visiting American business people.

THAILAND, October 25, 2002 -- Modest increase in canned sweet corn and canned baby corn limits the export growth in MY 2002. Canned baby corn, moreover, is challenged by strong competition.

THAILAND, October 25, 2002 -- Export prices declined slightly due mainly to inactive demand and reduced concerns over the flood-damaged paddy crop, coupled with more coming out of new paddy crop.

EUROPEAN UNION, October 25, 2002 -- This weekly report contains data on rice prices in the U.S., Thailand and the EU. It also lists current import duties and export subsidies in the EU. All information will be published as such in the weekly USDA publication "Rice Market News".

CANADA, October 25, 2002 -- The Canadian dairy industry is developing a philosophy of pricing milk off the retail value rather than just cost of production. Dairy farmers could get nearly a five percent raise on their fluid milk price under a proposal now being discussed by Eastern Canada's dairy pool. While the new pooling proposal is still being negotiated by the P6 pool members (Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, P.E.I., New Brunswick and Nova Scotia), if approved as it currently stands, Ontario's dairy farmers could see an increase of C$2.75 per hectoliter on fluid milk, effective February 1, 2003.

UNITED KINGDOM, October 25, 2002 -- Provisional UK June census data and cereal production estimates have now been released by the UK Government, putting the 2002 UK wheat harvest at 15.8 MMT and that for barley at 6 MMT, both below previous trade estimates. Autumn sowings for the 2003 harvest indicate a little changed wheat area and a decline in the barley area. That said, there is still scope for spring plantings to change the trends.

CANADA, October 25, 2002 -- Total fluid milk production for calendar year is expected to be about 8.13 million metric tonnes (MMT), up slightly from calendar year 2001 production of 8.10 MMT. For 2003, post forecasts that fluid milk production will increase slightly over 2002 levels. Total cheese production for 2002 decreased by about two percent to 315,000 metric tonnes (MT). Total cheese production for 2003 is forecast to drop to 310,000 MT. Butter production for 2002 is expected to reach 90,000 MT. For 2003, butter production is forecast to decrease. Nonfat dry milk production for 2002 is expected to 100,000 MT.

ARGENTINA, October 25, 2002 -- After a decade of economic stability and growth, Argentina devalued its currency in January 2002. As a result, imports have been reduced dramatically. Imports of high-value food products in 2002 are expected at $350 million, a drop of 65 percent from last year. However, post foresees increased opportunities in the food ingredient sector as most local companies have become very competitive in world markets and are focusing on expanding exports.

MEXICO, October 25, 2002 -- In October 15, 2000, Mexico's Secretariat of Health published a new official rule to control aflatoxins in cereals for human and animal consumption. The cereals include rice, oats, barley, rye, corn, sorghum, titricale and wheat. This new rule will be effective 90 days after publication ( i.e., January 13, 2003). It is unlikely that this new rule will impact U.S. cereal exports.

MEXICO, October 25, 2002 -- The SAGARPA Animal Health Office in Mexico has clarified the hemagglutination inhibition (HI) tests needed to import live birds and eggs into Mexico, and to import raw poultry meat for direct human consumption beyond the border region.

AUSTRALIA, October 28, 2002 -- The majority of Australia's commercial lumber production is derived from forest plantations. Softwoods, mostly Pinus radiata, constitute about two-thirds of all plantations; although most new plantings are to hardwoods, primarily Eucalyptus globulus. Strong demand for softwood lumber from the building sector is being met by a high level of domestic cutting and relatively large imports, principally from New Zealand and Canada. The government is seeking to further increase the proportion of logs sourced from forest plantations.

UKRAINE, October 28, 2002 -- Ukraine will continue as a net exporter of dairy products in 2003 despite an anticipated decline in exports and increased imports. U.S. dairy product imports will continue to be restrained by high import duties, low consumer purchasing power, and the availability of competitively priced products from the European Union, Central European countries and the Russian Federation.

HUNGARY, October 28, 2002 -- Hungarian consumers are becoming more segmented and the retail food sector continues to consolidate. Tourism is also becoming more important and hotels and restaurants are demanding higher quality foods and services. However, complicated import rules (such as product registration) and high import duties can make it difficult to compete with locally produced products.

GERMANY, October 28, 2002 -- Preliminary German rapeseed harvest figures for 2002 were revised down to 3.85 million MT. This a 7.5 percent lower crop than in 2001.

ARGENTINA, October 28, 2002 -- This report includes information on the FAS Buenos Aires promotional activity calendar for FY 2003.

CHINA, PEOPLES REPUBLIC OF, October 28, 2002 -- Demand for dairy products will continue to grow strongly over the next several years. Domestic production is responding but constraints on land, water and available dairy genetics mean imports will continue to expand. Powder and whey imports are particularly strong.

MEXICO, October 28, 2002 -- WalMart Withdraws From ANTAD*Mexican Agricultural Sector Will Face Zero Import Tariffs*Mexican Agriculture Not Ready To Compete With NAFTA Partners*Fox To Fight U.S. Farm Subsidies*Mexico Will Not Tolerate Agriculture Subsidies*Potato Producers' Concerns For 2003

INDONESIA, October 29, 2002 -- Indonesia is an archipelago nation of over 200 million people, making it the world's fourth most populous nation. Following the economic crisis in mid 1997, U.S. food and agricultural exports dropped from over $900 million in 1996 to $489 million in 1998. Since then they had been on the rebound, reaching $571 million in 1999, $720 million in 2000 and approached a record level $1.2 billion in 2001. This would make Indonesia once again a top ten market for U.S. agricultural exports. USDA export programs had played a crucial role in this achievement, most notably GSM-102 Credit Guarantee Program, Supplier Credit Guarantee Program, the PL-480 and Section 416(b) food assistance programs.

CHINA, PEOPLES REPUBLIC OF, October 29, 2002 -- China's inland, secondary city markets offer unique opportunities to American agricultural producers. ATO staff flew to Wuhan on the morning of September 24 to assess the feasibility of conducting a retail and/or HRI promotion there as part of ATO Shanghai's westward expansion up the Yangze River valley. As the coastal markets of Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou develop a higher concentration of foreign food products, American producers are looking to secondary city emerging markets for new growth opportunities.

GERMANY, October 29, 2002 -- German biodiesel is mostly produced from rapeseed oil. Production capacity for biodiesel increased fivefold from 110,000 MT to 533,000 MT over the period of 1995 to 2001. By the end of 2002, capacity is forecast to reach close to 1 million MT. The German government supports biodiesel use through a generous tax break.

SPAIN, October 29, 2002 -- This report contains updates of previous estimates for canned peach and pear production in Spain.

NIGERIA, October 29, 2002 -- Opportunities exist for increased sales of U.S. high-value food products in Nigeria. U.S. exporters, however, need to overcome the negative image regarding this market which developed over 15 years of the country's military rule. Although the present democratically-elected GON's recent trade policies are generally unfavorable for imports, Post believes that in the long term, these could help U.S. food products to become more price competitive and increase their market share.

CHILE, October 29, 2002 -- This report provides practical tips to U.S. exporters of consumer-oriented foods/beverages on how to do business in Chile. It provides a brief overview of the food retail, food service, and food processing sectors.

CANADA, October 28, 2002 -- "What's New, Eh?" * Canada Ready to Defend CWB * Conference Held on U.S. Country of Origin Labeling & Changing Border Security * Canadian Cattlemen Warn on U.S. Country of Origin Labeling, Canadian Pork Industry Concerned * Canadian Fluid Milk Production up Slightly for 2002 * Vanclief Discusses Boosting Trade with Chile * Canada to Stay in Cairns Group * Hog Inventory Growth Slows * Market Development Funding for Seafood Industry * Unions and Management Meet over Vancouver Port Stoppage * Public Consultation on Possible Phase-Out of Generic Names for Wines and Spirits * Dairy Farmers Propose Fluid Milk Price Increase * Asian-Style Foods in the Canadian Market * an Overview of Selected Segments of the Canadian Frozen Food Industry

MEXICO, October 28, 2002 -- On October 8, 2002, Mexico's Secretariat of Economy (SE) announced it will allow an additional 42,571 metric tons of Milk Powder to be imported from Most Favored Nations (MFN), under the increased Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) due to strong domestic demand from processors. This quantity is in addition to Mexico's current TRQ of 80,000 MT for milk powder under the World Trade Organization (WTO) commitment for 2002.

NEW ZEALAND, October 29, 2002 -- The New Zealand seed company Pacific Seeds reported to the Government in August that laboratory tests found genetically modified (GM) maize seeds in samples from two crops grown in New Zealand. Subsequent test results confirmed that the origin of the GM content in the maize was linked to the original parent seed lines imported from the United States. All GM material has been destroyed.

RUSSIAN FEDERATION, October 30, 2002 -- Russian production of fluid milk is forecast to remain stable in 2003, at 33.2 million metric tons (MMT), after a one percent increase in 2002. Though the number of dairy cows will continue to decrease, productivity gains will offset this trend. Productivity gains are the result of better feed rations, facility management, and technology. Russian production of butter will decline by four percent in 2003, after a two percent increase in 2002. Cheese manufacturing registered growth of over 30 percent in 2002, as favorable market conditions brought idle capacity back into production.

INDIA, October 28, 2002 -- Subsidies can't be removed-AgMinister*, *AgMinister for consensus on WTO issues*, *Global trading companies swoop down on India*, *Wheat shipment to South East Asia*, *Coca Cola sees India as a strong growth market*, *India moves against EU sugar subsidies*, *Child malnutrition stalks towns: Food Atlas*, *India AgVarsity calls Monsanto-Mahyco's Bt cotton a hoax*, *India-Eu cooperation on GMO regulation*, *Salt tolerant GM mustard & rice developed from mangroves*.

POLAND, October 30, 2002 -- Polish seafood imports are increasing 10 percent annually and overall seafood consumption continues to rise. Poland's EU accession will result in changing seafood import duties as some rise and some fall compared to current Polish rates. Overall prospects for U.S. seafood exports to Poland should increase as Poland's currently sluggish economy is expected to be invigorated by EU accession.

POLAND, October 30, 2002 -- Located in the center of Europe, Poland is Europe's 9th largest country representing 5% of its total population. Foreign Direct Investment is growing in Poland and supports many sectors of the food processing and retail industries. Restaurants and retail stores have experienced significant growth due to Poles embracing these industries with a more positive attitude and increased salaries. Exporter information is summarized and a copy of the Bulk, Intermediate, and Consumer Orientated (BICO) Report is provided in this report.

POLAND, October 30, 2002 -- Demand for dried fruit and nuts is rising in Poland. Prospects for dried fruit and nut exports to Poland are increasing as import duties should decline upon Poland's likely EU accession in 2004.

EUROPEAN UNION, October 30, 2002 -- The European Commission has adjusted the requirements for calculating the import duty for barley. Freight charges from the location of the fob quotation to the Gulf will no longer be included in the calculation.

FRANCE, October 30, 2002 -- As a major exporter and consumer of canned sweet corn, France is both a competitor and a market for U.S. sweet corn. In MY 2001/02, the strong dollar hurt sales in France. The market share for U.S. product declined to 14 percent, while the market shares of Hungary and Thailand rose to 32 percent and 28 percent, respectively. In 2001, the French market for canned sweet corn stabilized, after several years of decline due in part to concerns over biotech product. In MY 2001/02, French exports of canned sweet corn declined, with Hungary taking market share from France in Germany and Russia.

SOUTH AFRICA, REPUBLIC OF, October 30, 2002 -- CY 2002 raisin production reached about 40,000 MT, a 21% increase from a year earlier because of exceptionally good weather with relatively dry conditions in dried-fruit producing areas. Of the total, 32,029 MT were Thompson seedless, a variety that increased over 90% from last year as a result of improved weather conditions.

UNITED KINGDOM, October 30, 2002 -- Despite dwindling fish stocks, which continue to have an impact on the wild harvest over the long term, the UK remains a major producer of fishery products. Expansion of the aquaculture industry has helped offset the downward trend in commercial landings. The UK remains heavily reliant on imports to meet demand, with shipments increasing to 625,600 MT in CY2001. The U.S. is the key supplier of canned salmon to the UK. Additionally, shipments of Alaskan pollack and fresh and frozen Alaskan salmon showed good growth in CY2001.

CHILE, October 30, 2002 -- Chile's forest production expansion will continue as an increasing number of trees are reaching harvesting age, but exports are expected to grow only in volume in 2002, as prices for most forest products are still not recuperating.

MEXICO, October 28, 2002 -- On October 16, 2002, Mexico's Secretariat of Health published in the Diario Oficial (Federal Register) the Official Mexican Standard NOM-185-SSA1-2002, affecting certain dairy products, including milk-based candy. The regulation establishes labeling provisions and health specifications for these products.

COLOMBIA, October 30, 2002 -- Colombia's milk powder production in 2002 is estimated at 70,000 tons and will increase seven percent in 2003. Total powdered milk consumption is expected to rise six percent in 2002 to 68,000 tons. Imports for 2003 are forecast at 19,000 tons, equal to 2002 level. Venezuela has had a ban on imports of Colombian milk powder since August 12, 2002.

TAIWAN, October 31, 2002 -- On October 25, Taiwan's Board of Foreign Trade temporarily ended the ban on PRC corn imports, effective immediately through December 31, 2002. Since Taiwan is both a quality and price market, the reliable delivery of good quality, subsidized PRC corn will cause grave damage to U.S. market share. PRC corn imports will be required to follow Taiwan import inspection and quarantine requirements.

PHILIPPINES, October 31, 2002 -- The Philippine Department of Agriculture (DA) has issued Memorandum Order No. 10 dated October 18, 2002 imposing a temporary ban on the importation of domestic and wild birds and their products from California, USA. The order took effect October 24, 2002 and was in response to an outbreak of Newcastle disease in that area.

INDONESIA, October 28, 2002 -- The London-based Joint Hull Committee, has included Indonesia in its Current Exclusion Countries list of War-Risk Zones, following the October 12 bomb blast in Bali. The announcement is effective October 17, 2002 and applies to all Indonesian ports. This announcement will increase insurance premiums by approximately 5 percent to 10 percent and expected to increase the price of imported goods.

VIETNAM, October 31, 2002 -- Vietnam's CY-2002 rice production estimate is slightly revised upward to 31.872 million metric tons (mmt), with estimated exports at 3.1 mmt. Rice export data and a revised PS&D table are also provided. CY-2003 production is expected to be about the same (31.5-32.3 mmt) as this year.

RUSSIAN FEDERATION, October 28, 2002 -- The continued expansion of the Russian economy and a concurrent rise in consumer incomes are triggering rapid growth in Russia's retail, HRI, and food processing sectors. This Exporter's Guide gives an overview of each sector, identifies best prospects for U.S. exporters, and provides useful information to help U.S. companies take advantage of the emerging market opportunities.

BRAZIL, October 31, 2002 -- Post projects an increase in production of milk and milk products in 2003, higher exports of dairy products, and improved returns to producers. However, uncertainties regarding the Brazilian economy in 2003 and the current volatility of the exchange rate could adversaly affect the sector next year.

EGYPT, October 31, 2002 -- The government of Egypt allocated LE 200 million ($43 million) to pay the difference between producer prices and mill prices. Cotton imports are expected to decrease substantially during this season as a result of this new subsidy program.

ROMANIA, October 31, 2002 -- The Romanian milk and dairy products market is changing as new investors (both domestic and foreign) have begun operations. For 2003, AgBucharest estimates that milk production will increase by 3 percent, due to good prices for animal feed and government subsidies for fluid milk. Albeit low, consumption is expected to grow in tandem with consumers disposable incomes. Recently Romania and the US concluded negotiations on a new health certificate for dairy products to be exported to Romania.

ARGENTINA, October 31, 2002 -- Argentine exports of wheat and corn during August 2002

ARGENTINA, October 31, 2002 -- Argentine exports oilseed,meal and oil during August 2002.

JAPAN, October 29, 2002 -- On October 25, the Food Agency (FA) of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) conducted its third Ordinary Minimum Access (OMA) rice tender for the Japanese Fiscal Year 2002 (April 2002 - March 2003). Of the total 101,000 metric tons (MT) of contracted foreign rice, U.S. rice accounted for 46,000 MT (45.5 percent).

COSTA RICA, October 31, 2002 -- The supermarket sector in Costa Rica is modern and competitive, with sales of $ 2.5 billions in food products. During the last few years, there has been a great introduction of products in the food sector of Costa Rica, mainly from Mexico and Chile.

THAILAND, November 1, 2002 -- This report provides information on trade shows, retail in-store promotion, hotel menu promotion, seminars and other promotion activities that FAS/ Bangkok plans to take action for the period start from November 2002 through October 2003. This report may subject to change depends on the market interests at that particular period of time.

THAILAND, November 1, 2002 -- Export prices increased slightly in response to the continued appreciation of Baht.

BURMA, November 1, 2002 -- Burma's corn production should reach 660,000 metric tons in 2002/2003, due to increases in seeded area, if normal weather returns. The GOB plans to completely switch out of local varieties of seed and into improved and hybrid varieties by 2006. An expanding livestock sector and GOB focus on boosting corn exports are the drivers of the change.

EUROPEAN UNION, November 1, 2002 -- This weekly report contains data on rice prices in the U.S., Thailand and the EU. It also lists current import duties and export subsidies in the EU. All information will be published as such in the weekly USDA publication "Rice Market News".

CANADA, November 1, 2002 -- Driven by export sales, Canadian production of frozen french fries is forecast to continue expansion through MY2002/04. Reliance by Canadian potato processors on the U.S. market deepened during MY2001/02 as exports of frozen french fries soared by 16% over the year earlier level to 653,438 metric tons worth $413 million. Canada failed to increase frozen french fry exports to the rest of the world during the same period.

BOSNIA-HERCEGOVINA, November 1, 2002 -- This report highlights spending on domestic agricultural support in the two ‘entities' that make up Bosnia Herzegovina.

JAPAN, November 1, 2002 -- From America's largest overseas market for food and agricultural exports as translated from Japan's mass media and food press. This issue includes: Inexpensive Japanese‘100-yen' shops compete for traditional customers of convenience stores; Saizeriya joins a growing trend in the food service industry to cut costs by test marketing product in its restaurants from its new Australian processing plant; early indications on market performance for Kao Corporation's new healthy brand of mayonnaise; Japanese food manufacturers continue to invest in product trace-back systems in order to regain consumer confidence and; ATO Insights on the Japan coffee market.

CHINA, PEOPLES REPUBLIC OF, November 1, 2002 -- China, as the world's most populous country, has quickly become an important market for many U.S. businesses. USDA/FAS representatives in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou warmly welcome U.S. agricultural exporters to China and have prepared this introduction to give business travelers the knowledge and confidence to explore China as a market for U.S. products.

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