1.   Local conservationists have become increasingly concerned about the impact of the booming trade in wild fungi in the region.

2.   The survival of many wild medicinal plants is threatened by the booming trade in herbal remedies and herbal teas, according to a study by TRAFFIC International.

3.   Another source of strength comes from the booming ports of Los Angeles and neighboring Long Beach, thanks to harbor expansions and booming trade with Asia.

4.   Albright reminded her audience of the boisterous mood of past APEC meetings, when leaders celebrated explosive economic growth and booming trade.

5.   But as the supply of authentic artifacts diminished, a booming trade in reproductions began filling the void.

6.   Similarly, homeowners insurance firms report a booming trade.

7.   The new yardstick of success is booming trade, however achieved.

8.   A handful of restaurants and coffee bars do a booming trade in U.S. dollars and German marks from all the foreigners.

9.   After tensions flared last summer, China suspended semi-official talks with Taiwan to resolve problems arising from their booming trade and civilian exchanges.