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Activity Name Tourism Turf Promotion
 

In 2006, Panama had a GDP of $15 billion and U.S. goods exported to Panama totaled $2.7 billion, 80% of which came from the fast-growing tourism industry.  The country experienced a growth rate of 9.4 % in the first 3 months of 2007, and the economy continues to grow at a steady rate. 

Costa Rica’s growth rate in 2006 was 11.5%, with a GDP of $21.47 billion.  The U.S. more

   
Event Name 2009 Tourism Turf Inbound Trade Mission
 

In recent years, real estate development values have risen from $500,000 to $900 million in Panama and Costa Rica, and the United States is the top supplier for the hotel and tourism industry in both nations.  SUSTA is sponsoring a reverse trade mission bringing five key potential Panamanian and Costa Rican buyers to Atlanta, GA, Columbia, SC, and Orlando and Miami, FL to meet with southern U.S. suppliers of turf seed, grass and foliage.  Companies will participate in pre-arranged, one-on-one business meetings and will showcase products through tabletop displays, receive a product evaluation report, and interpreter services.  The delegation will also tour turf farms and attend the Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association show in Orlando, FL. 
 
Activity participation fees and dates are subject to change.

Event Dates 28-Sep-09 to 02-Oct-09
Product Focus

Horticulture/Nursery

 
Export Market Central America
Event Location

Atlanta, GA; Columbia, SC; Orlando and Miami, FL

Participation Fee USD 50.00
 
Registration Deadline September 11, 2009
 
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 For more information contact:
Marisol Rodriguez , Florida Dept of Ag
Tel: (850) 488-4132
Beth Bedingfield , Georgia Dept. of Agriculture
Tel: (404) 656-3740
Mr. Aaron Wood, South Carolina Dept. of Ag
Tel: (803) 734-1767

 

 
 
 
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