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April 2003

Russia Takes Steps to Strengthen Its Meat Sector

Russian statistics show 2002 beef, pork, and poultry imports at $2.1 billion, close to the record 1997 record of $2.5 billion.  However, the introduction of quotas in 2003 will likely reduce reliance on meat imports and stimulate domestic production.  Russia's total meat production is forecast to increase 5 percent in 2003.

 

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