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Philippines: FAS Programs Grow Dried Fruit and Nut Business

A Philippine importer grew their business from two U.S. products (almonds and raisins) and two customers in 1995 to almost 30 products of dried fruits and nuts, and dehydrated potatoes....
Davao City is a rapidly growing market in the southern Philippine island of Mindanao. As Manila reaches the limits of its growth, markets like Davao and Cebu are expected to become the drivers....
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Canada: Mid-year Marketing Updates from Canada

FAS/Canada reflects on an exciting and busy year of marketing activities, including a host of events under the tasteU.S. brand.
The Foreign Agricultural Service’s FY 2016 tasteU.S. GBI’s program, launched its first tasting laboratory at this year’s National Women’s Show, November 4 -6, 2016 in downtown Toronto.
In a first-time cooperative marketing effort with the U.S. Commercial Service–Manila, the Foreign Agricultural Service in Manila organized a combination trade show/reception with key decision...
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Canada: Dates Win Innovation Prize at GIC 2015

Bard Valley Medjool Date Growers (BVMDGA) were voted a Most Innovative Product with their new Pumpkin Pie Spiced and Dark Chocolate Orange Date Rolls at Canada’s annual Grocery Innovation Show (GIC).
FAS Manila partnered with numerous U.S. organizations and local importers in featuring U.S. gourmet food and beverage products at the “From the Land of the Free to the Pearl of the Orient” festival.
FAS Manila teamed up with the U.S. Meat Export Federation, U.S. exporters, local importers and guest chef Pete Geoghegan to showcase U.S. fine food and beverage products....
In previous years, some U.S. exhibitors at shows or trade fairs in Canada have run into difficulties with getting their products across the border.