Looking to Indonesia to sell U.S. leaf:

Clove cigarettes could be a growth market for U.S. exports. Rick Smith, president of Independent Leaf Tobacco Co. of Wilson, N.C., told the audience at the recent U.S. Tobacco Forum that Indonesia is turning to American leaf because of a very real need on the part of its manufacturers. "The traditional blend--the clove cigarette--has a very high tar content, and the government is anxious to reduce it," he said. "Inclusion of American leaf can be used to do it and also add a flavor element."