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Introduction – Philippines’s Sunflower Market in Statistical Focus Let’s get one thing clear from the start — the Philippines isn’t a major player in the sunflower game globally. It doesn’t produce much, and it barely exports. But here’s what makes it interesting: demand is rising fast, especially for roasted sunflower seeds. Imports are increasing,…

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Introduction – Exploring Philippines’s Reputation for Quality Fruits When it comes to tropical fruits, the Philippines is a goldmine. Blessed with rich volcanic soil, a year-round tropical climate, and generations of farming know-how, the archipelago is a natural haven for growing premium fruits. Whether it’s juicy mangoes from Guimaras, sweet bananas from Mindanao, or…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Beer Sector in Pakistan The beer market in Pakistan is unlike any other. With Islamic laws strictly prohibiting alcohol consumption for Muslims, the legal landscape makes it one of the most tightly regulated alcohol markets in the world. Yet, despite these rigid laws, the beer industry in…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Beverage Sector in Ukraine If you’re sourcing beverages from Ukraine right now, you’re probably feeling the turbulence. The Ukrainian beverage market in Q3 of 2025 is going through some serious shakeups—and fast. From dairy crises to supply chain chaos, it’s a time of both risk and opportunity.…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Concentrator Sector in China If you’re in the business of sourcing concentrators, 2025 is a year of big changes—especially in China. The Chinese concentrator market, spanning everything from oxygen concentrators to rare earth element processing, is currently navigating a storm of economic and geopolitical forces. These developments…

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Introduction – Exploring Ukraine’s Reputation for Quality Bean Bags When you think about bean bags, your mind might jump to cozy furniture, but in the sourcing world—especially in B2B—bean bags are a serious business. And Ukraine? It’s quickly becoming one of the top destinations for high-quality bean bags in Europe and beyond. So, why…