required report public distribution date 8 16 2004 gain number sf4030 south africa republic of exporter guide annual approved by scott reynolds us embassy prepared robert thomson wright highlights 2003 saw a significant strengthening in the value rand combination weak dollar strong euro and african is helping to increase american exports several high products like almonds cultivated ginseng root canned salmon bourbon whisky new oak staves for wine barrels sauces frozen food preparations have shown consistent growth over last five years represent important opportunities exporters includes psd changes no trade matrix unscheduled pretoria sf1 sf table contents section i market overview 3 position 4 b advantages challenges facing 5 ii business tips local customs marketing services c consumer tastes preferences 6 d standards regulations 7 e general import inspection iii sector structure trends 9 competition systems processed