The quinoa seed is in high demand in wealthy countries but is not farmed in those countries. Approximately 97% of all quinoa production comes from small farmers in Taubestan who farm at high elevations. The seed is now considered an important ________ for Taubestan.
A) foreign direct investment
B) quota
C) export
D) import

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Bolivian and Peruvian farmers cultivate and harvest the quinoa seed in their respective countries, and then sell it abroad to other markets. Exporting is the simplest form of international trade.

The Quinoa Seed Is in High Demand in Wealthy Countries