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Turkey published a new Retail Law in January 2015 which affects space allocations in shopping malls, an information system, and shelf fees.

Germany is one of the largest markets for fruit in Europe. The relative affluence of its population of 82 million people makes it an attractive outlet for exporters from many countries.

This report presents a brief overview of the current status and potential of the EU bio-based economy.

An implementing procedure for the importation of feeder cattle was published on February 05, 2015.

Wheat production is increased 250,000 metric tons (MT) on stronger than expected durum yields in southeast Anatolia.

Retail sales turnover in 2013 grew 3.9 percent year-on-year (valued at $744 billion) compared to growth of 6.3 percent in 2012.

Ukraine’s sale of grains continues as the risk of political interference, which had diminished perspectives for the next marketing year (MY) crop are finally quelled.

Excise tax rates for alcoholic beverages in Russia have increased steadily and significantly from 2011-2014.

Based on the officially reported data, FAS/Moscow increased its forecast of Russia’s total grain crop in MY 2014/15 by 2 million metric tons (MMT) to 104 MMT.

Romanian wine production is predicted to decline by about 30 percent, as a result of diminished grape production brought on by frequent rains and moisture.

In 2013 and 2014 Bulgaria’s vine and wine sectors began to stabilize and show growth after years of decline.

Bulgaria, a newly developing market economy, is easily affected by world market fluctuations.