Tuesday, June 7, 2016

Italy, Canada, Japan and USA Exports You Probably Don't Know About

Italy's exports are generally associated with olive oil, wine and pasta. But did you know that Italy exports about 400 000 000 tons of kiwis per year? Italy's exports of kiwi exceed New Zealand's exports of this fruit, New Zealand being considered one of the largest kiwi exporters.


Everyone knows that Greece is the largest producer and exporter of feta cheese. It may surprise you, but in recent years, Canada produces and exports tons of feta. Canadian feta is less expensive than Greek one and becomes more and more popular.



Whiskey production and exports are almost always associated with Scotland, but Japan has produced and exported high quality whiskey over the past decade, competing with the Scottish specialty.


We think that China is the leading producer of ginseng, but in reality the USA is the world's largest producer and exporter of this plant, the major part of the American ginseng being cultivated in Wisconsin.


Wednesday, May 11, 2016

The Evolution of Home Wallpapers

People are familiar with wall coverings from ancient times. Scientists' findings show that the first wallpapers were used in the 2nd century BC in China. These wallpapers weren't like those we use today. The first wallpapers were hand painted and represented large pieces of paper.


The first wallpapers used in Europe were made from fabric such as wool and silk.


The first printed wallpapers date from 1509. They were made in England, using the block printing technique. The wallpaper consisted of twelve pieces of paper pasted together in long strips.


Later, in 1799 the wallpaper making machine producing rolls was created, making it possible to produce wallpapers easier and faster. In this period wallpapers became a very popular home decoration. Since the 19th century, wallpapers are mass-produced and available to a large audience.


Modern wallpapers explore all the possibilities of the technological development. You can buy 3D wallpapers, washable wallpapers, hi-tech wallpapers etc.


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Thursday, April 14, 2016

Countries and Their National Food

Every country has it's unique food traditions. Italy is famous for pasta, Japan for sushi and sashimi, France for cheeses and Mexica for burritos.

Here are some more countries and their traditional food:

Algeria - Couscous

Couscous' origin is North Africa, and is the one of the most important ingredients in the region's diet. It consists of many tiny granules made from durum wheat and it is as good as rice and pasta. Couscous is usually prepared with meat, vegetables and spices. In Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, and Libya, couscous is typically served with vegetables such as potatoes and carrots and meat like lamb or chicken.


Argentina - Empanadas

Empanadas are stuffed pastries, usually baked or fried. There is a broad assortment of stuffing for all tastes: meat, ham and cheese, tomato with cheese and basil, cheese and onion, mushrooms etc. Empandas are typically consumed warm and are served equally as a starter or as a main course.



France - Ratatouille

Ratatouille is a dish traditionally prepared as a stew from zucchini, tomatoes, eggplant, sweet pepper with onions, garlic and Provence herbs such as basil and marjoram. Each of the enumerated vegetables are firstly sautéed separately and then layered into a baking dish and baked. Ratatouille is usually served for dinner, but it can be also eaten at breakfast or lunch.



Italy - Tortellini

Tortellini represent rings of pasta usually stuffed with meat or cheese. The rings are typically served in beef or chicken broth. Tortellini are sold in European markets in a variety of forms fresh packed, refrigerated or frozen.


Friday, March 25, 2016

Tea Exports

There exist four varieties of tea: black, white, green and oolong. All this tea types are produced from the same plant whose scientific name is Camellia sinensis. To obtain different types of tea various tea processing methods are used. For example, to obtain white tea leaves are only picked and dried and no other treatment is applied. To make green tea, leaves are heated and then dried.



World's main tea exporters:

- Sri Lanka
- China
- Kenya
- India
- United Arab Emirates
- Germany
- Poland
- United Kingdom
- Indonesia
- Vietnam



World's top tea consumers:

- Turkey
- Morocco
- Ireland
- Mauritania
- United Kingdom
- Seychelles
- UAE
- Kuwait
- Qatar
- Kazakhstan

Enjoy the floral aroma of the oolong tea, the sweet taste of white tea, the grassy notes of green tea and the rich flavor of the black tea! Sell and buy tea of all kinds on Export Portal - explore the 18000 product categories on the most complete online marketplace!

Thursday, March 17, 2016

Destroying Myths About Export


Many companies do not expand on an international level because they believe too much the exporting myths. This article intends to encourage small and medium sized companies by destroying some of the most common exporting myths:


Myth 1: Small companies don't have a chance to succeed in exporting.
It is a wrong opinion that exports are only for advanced businesses. The statistics show that small and medium-sized companies represent about 97 % of all exporters.

Myth 2: Exporting is a high risk business.
In fact, all businesses are risky but this should not stop you to try. The experience of hundreds of small businesses shows that international trade has positive effects on small-sized enterprises.



Myth 3: There is a considerable number of customs regulations and procedures you should take into account.
It is true that every country has its specific laws and regulations regarding export and import. It is also true that there exist a large number of tools and organizations intended to provide help and assistance for exporters and importers.

Myth 4: International shipping is too difficult
Shipping may be complex, but once again there exist a lot of services that can help you through the entire process. Export Portal, for example, provides assistance with shipping for all its clients, thus making it easier!

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Philippines Exports

The Philippines is a Southeast Asian country in the Western Pacific, comprising more than 7,000 islands. Its sprawling capital, Manila, is famous for its waterfront promenade and centuries-old Chinatown.


The Philippines is considered a newly industrialized country, which has an economy transitioning from one based on agriculture to one based more on services and manufacturing.




Top Exports Of Philippines Are:
 
1. Electronic equipment
2. Machines, engines, pumps
3. Wood
4. Ores, slag, ash
5. Medical, technical equipment
6. Oil
7. Fruits, nuts
8. Vehicles
9. Ships, boats
10. Animal/vegetable fats and oils

Friday, February 12, 2016

Happy Valentine's Day!

Export Portal wishes you lots of love, joy and wonder! Happy Valentine's Day!