RIGHT NOW, You Can Escape The Pain and Embarrassment of Not Being Prepared For An IRS Audit. Tobacco is deeply rooted in our history. Because the export of tobacco financed shipment of essential goods from England, it became the lifeblood of the early settlers. Tobacco sales continue to play a major role in the U.S. economy. Approximately one-third of the total annual production is exported. Leaf and manufactured product exports have grown since 1988 and now appear to be leveling off.
