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Several flower exporters as well as transport companies pointed out that export procedures and policies have been streamlined inthe past few years. This improvement has been attributed to the use of one basic export declaration document, a guide that explains the required steps that an exporter must follow. It appears that in this particular area the GOT's desire to promote exports has resulted in simplified procedures that are making the system more efficient and responsive to exporters' needs. One area where improvement could be made is in reimbursement of the customs and TVA taxes. Exporters can apply for reimbursement through CEPEX. However, as mentioned above, actual repayment can take from 8 to 10 months. 46
6.0 CONCLUSIONS AND RECONNENDATIONS This section enumerates the principal conclusions and recommendations of the study. It begins by listing major assets and constraints facing participants in the Tunisian cut flower export sector. This list is followed by a detailed set of recommendations centered on the formation of an association of flower exporters. 6.1. Conclusions: Assets and Constraints The cut flower sector inTunisia is small and experimental. There are only half a dozen producer/exporters of cut flowers in the country. It appears that these growers benefit from a number of "natural" advantages, such as good climate, adequate soils, sufficient irrigation water and proximity to the export market. In addition to these dssets, it is clear the Government of Tunisia has begun to make important policy and regulatory changes which are increasing the appeal of agricultural exports, including flowers, for investors. These changes include: 0 Simplification of export procedures 0 Reimbursement of export and TVA taxes on flowers 0 Reduction of cargo rates of Tunis Air 0 Assistance to potential investors and exporters through APIA and CEPEX On a less tangible level the Tunisian public sector appears to be interested inworking with private enterprises. This interest in cooperation was evident at the Roundtable on Floriculture held in Tunis in October 1990 where representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture, CEPEX, APIA, Customs, and Tunis Air met with current and potential flower exporters to discuss ways to facilitate and increase flower exports. These advantages are balanced by problems in areas such as infrastructure, market information, government procedures, and technical knowledge. The principal constraints are: * Lack of organized air cargo shipments for flowers; * Lack of cold storage at the Tunis airport; • Little technical information available from extension services; • Insufficient knowledge of the European flower market; * Inadequate postharvest handling procedures; * An inexperienced labor force; • Delayed reimbursement of export tax payments; • Very limted access to credit, short and long-term; and 0 Restrictions on import of special pesticides for flowers. Two major conclusions drawn from this review of the Tunisian cut flower export sector: 47
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TABLE OF CONTENTS EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Page 5 and 6: LIST OF EXHIBITS Exhibit 2.1 Major
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Page 11 and 12: 1.1 Study Objectives 1. INTRODUCTIO
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Page 21 and 22: Exhibit 2.6 Value of World Imports
Page 23 and 24: ises in the level of imports were a
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Page 29 and 30: These prices are for "extra" qualit
Page 31 and 32: Exhibit 3.1 List of Selected Grower
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Page 69 and 70: ANNEX 2-A ASSUMPTIONS FOR CALCULATI
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Page 73 and 74: GLADIOLA- ENTERPRISE BUDGET, LOW/ME
Page 75 and 76: ANNEX 3 ISSUES RELATED TO POST-HARV
Page 77 and 78: Acaricides: Kelthane 0,2 1/hl Systb
Page 79 and 80: Mildrion: Manbbe 160 g/hl Zin~be 20
Page 81 and 82: LE GERBERA GERBERA JAMESONII FAKILL
Page 83 and 84: LE GLAIEUL GLADIOLUS FAMILLE DES IR
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Page 95 and 96: Wholesalers/Importers ANNEX 8 PERSO
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Cochet Thierry SARL 160, AII6e des
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David Barthdlmy Charlin; Delamare G
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I Dia - Fleurs Box no 2 - SICA - Ma
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Fleurassistance GlE 149, Avenue des
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Flora Partner SA 23, rue Nicot 3300
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Galoppe Christine 135, AII6e des Oe
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Granier Michel Ets 28, Avenue Pierr
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Iris 200 199, AII6e des GlaTeuls 20
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Landes Fleurs SARL 44, Boulevard de
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Lotte et Cie Magnon Ets 59, AIIde d
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Marcucci G6rard SARL 4, rue Layriss
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Minnaar Fleurs SARL Moreau Th6r~se
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Olivreau SARL 220, A1l6e des Oeille
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Penja 260, A116 des Arums 94644- RU
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Pierlot et Cia 259, AlMa des Oeille
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I Roata - Pignet SA ROA TA . PIGNE
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La Roseraie 51, AII6e des Arums 941
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Salanque Flours Domaine Sainte Eug6
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Silva Flor St6 Aquitaine de Diffusi
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Sodlh Monpalasir 47320 - BOURRAN T6
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Vettese Jean Fleurs 360 112, AIl6e
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