OTHER NEWS - Sept. 5, 1991
From Times Staff and Wire Reports
U.S. Cigarette Production Rises: U.S. cigarette output increased 5% in 1990 as rising exports more than offset a declining domestic market, the Agriculture Department says. Exports jumped nearly 16%, while domestic consumption dropped 3%. “Since its peak in 1981, domestic consumption has declined 19%, while per capita consumption for those 18 years old and over fell nearly 36%,” a department report said.
More to Read
Start your day right
Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week.
You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times.
