Washington State Exports

摘要

offering a variety of export items, Washington remains popular with importers as well. Washington is the United States' fifth largest exporting state by dollar value, exporting a total of 33.3 billion dollar in 2000, according to U.S. Census Bureau Statistics. The state's diverse climatic and geological conditions have allowed it to develop a thriving exporting business. resulting in a 21 percent increase in exports over the past seven years. Overseas buyers can find a multitude of products and crops, along with experienced exporters, all within the borders of the state. "We have a full range of products well accepted by consumers in virtually every country," says Tom Swearingen, advertising and public relations director for the Washington State Apple Commission located in Wenatchee, Washington. "We can fulfill virtually every need. Washington is a one-stop shopping opportunity for buyers because we have so much variety."