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This report lists certificates required by Thai government agencies for U.S. products exported to Thailand.

With a large tender for government stocks announced this week, export prices for most grades of rice declined marginally

Export prices for Thai rice further declined this week $5.00-9.00/ton across the board due mainly to inactive export demand and slightly depreciated Thai currency.

Export prices were steady due to quiet trading during the Luna New Year holidays. Also, traders are awaiting the Government stocks tender on February 16-17.

MY2015/16 rice production is further revised down due to lower-than-expected off-season rice planting caused by limited irrigation availability.

Export prices increased further due to current tight domestic market supplies and concern about drought.

Costa Rica is one of the major importers of raw materials and ingredients for the food processing industry in Central America.

In 2014, the retail industry continued its planned expansion with major retailers moving deeper into the small store segment, targeting customers who shop in convenience and small stores.