foreign agricultural service gain report global agriculture information network scheduled public distribution date 12 3 1999 fr9087 france us exporter guide prepared by frank j piason embassy drafted roselyne gauthier highlights with a real growth domestic product gdp increase of percent in 1998 and on going socio economic demographic changes offers niche market opportunities for exporters wide range products however the strong dollar which has put some pressure exports to eu over last year continues weigh against significant sales increases this usda s food presents comprehensive situation structure tips best high value prospects includes psd no trade matrix annual paris fr1 fr page 1 27 unclassified table contents section i overview macroeconomic 2 size & rate consumer ready key developments ii business barriers