U.S. & Burkina Faso
2008 Commercial Guide
Chapter 4 - Leading Sectors for U.S. Export and Investment
Chapter 4-5 Fertilizers and Chemicals
There continues to be high demand and strong sales in the chemical and fertilizer market. U.S. companies should explore this potentially lucrative opportunity.
Overview
2004 | 2005 | |
Total Market Size | na | na |
Total Local Production | 0 | 0 |
Total Exports | 0 | 0 |
Total Imports | $50,779,545 | $69,155,496 |
Imports from the U.S. | $398,755 | na |
(Information provided by Burkina Faso Customs Office)
Best Prospects/Services
The government of Burkina Faso has recently announced its decision to authorize the commercial cultivation of genetically modified or “Bt” cotton for the 2008-2009 growing season.
Opportunities
The Union Nationale des Producteurs de Coton du Burkina (UNPCB) has recently expressed an interest in importing fertilizers from the U.S.
Resources
- Association of African Cotton Producers: http://www.aproca.net/
- U.S. Department of Agriculture: http://www.usda.gov/