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Japan was the second-largest importer of Canadian maple syrup in 2011 after the United States (U.S.), importing 2.8 million kilograms of maple syrup, worth C$24.3 million.

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The Japanese food processing market has traditionally been viewed as complex and challenging to enter. However, a series of factors including an increasing emphasis on convenient, quick-to-prepare, ready-to-eat and value-priced foods, have opened some opportunities for exporters in this market.

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Japan was the third-largest market in the world for fruit and vegetable juices in 2011, with off-trade value sales of US$9.8 billion, following the United States ($15.9 billion) and China ($15.7 billion). Despite this, per capita consumption of fruit and vegetable juices by volume is significantly lower in Japan than many other countries.

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Generally, Japanese consumers, both young and old, place a high value on new experiences and are keen to experiment with unfamiliar foods. In Japan, increased awareness of foreign cuisine through the media, study, and travel, is resulting in greater demand for foreign restaurants and ingredients in the marketplace.

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Russia is an important market for Canadian exports of fish and seafood.

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In the fish and seafood market, France is the fourth-largest importer in the world

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Fish and seafood in Germany is an expanding market that relies heavily on foreign suppliers.

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Spain is the third largest importer of fish and seafood in the world

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The United Kingdom is the eighth-largest importer of fish and seafood in the world

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The percentage of the American population that drinks coffee increased from 41% in 2005 to 43% in 2010.

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The average American eats plain rice 1.5 times a month, but eats flavoured rice once every two months; 31% of Americans eat plain rice and only 15% eat flavoured rice.

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The United States is Canada's most significant export market for poultry products.

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About 15% of Americans drink bottled water. The typical American consumes three bottled waters a week.

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The bar product category includes diet/energy bars, ready-to-eat treat/cookie bars, breakfast/granola/fruit/cereal bars, and all other bars, excluding chocolate bars. American consumption of bars has increased significantly over the past ten years across all bar categories.

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Pancakes, waffles and French toast have seen an increase in popularity as consumers seek inexpensive and simple meals at home, rather than dining out

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In 2010, the central region provided the largest export market for Canadian breakfast cereal exports (34.5%), although it represented only 22% of the United States population.

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Per capita consumption of cottage cheese fell slightly from 2.41 pounds to 2.36 pounds from 2009 to 2010, while yogurt consumption grew from 12.50 pounds to 13.53 pounds over the same time frame.

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Extending the market - Emphasize the positive health attributes of eating beef to attract health and wellness consumers.

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Between 2001 and 2010, Canadian egg exports to the United States were mostly processed egg products, as Canadian processers purchase supply at international prices.

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In a 2010 consumer survey, Mintel found that ground beef was the most frequently consumed type of meat, as 39% (United States) of respondents used it at least once per week

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In 2010, Canada exported over $128.5 million of soups, broths, and preparations thereof to the United States, an increase from the approximately $96.8 million exported in 2001.

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The sauces, dressings and condiments category benefitted from cost-conscious consumers increasingly eating at home in 2009.

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Pasta and couscous are great solutions for budget-conscious, time-strapped consumers, as they are convenient, easy-to-prepare, affordable and versatile products.

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The consumption of ice cream in the United Arab Emirates is growing, reaching an estimated value of $56.6 million in 2011

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The pet population in Morocco rose substantially between 2006 and 2011. This is partly attributable to increasingly Westernized lifestyles and a growing presence of European expatriates

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Mexico is home to 113 million inhabitants (INEGI, 2011) and is Latin America's second-largest economy, behind Brazil. The country's proximity to the United States (U.S.), has allowed it to experience significant trade with this global superpower, accelerating Mexico's development.

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The global baby food industry is increasingly reliant on emerging markets such as Brazil, whose baby food market grew by 17% in 2010, to foster overall sales growth.

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In 2011, Japan imported $2.8 billion in alcoholic drinks, comprised largely of wine and spirits. The value of imports grew 5.6% annually between 2006 and 2011. France, Chile, and Italy combined for two-thirds of wine imports, while South Korea and Brazil made up the majority of spirits imports.

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