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Mark Your Calendar
What: “Is GroupGAP Right For You?” Webinar
When: March 17, 2-3 p.m. (EST)
Where: Online
Details: Attention producers: The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) Specialty Crop Inspection Division will present a webinar on GroupGAP, a new program designed to make the USDA Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) certification program accessible for all growers. The webinar will focus on the specific requirements of the USDA GroupGAP program, including: benefits of group certification; implementing a successful GroupGAP system, creating a quality management system; and buyers’ expectations. To register for this free webinar, click here. For more information, contact Jeffrey Davis at (202) 306-2673.
What: Earth Day Texas
When: April 22-24
Where: Fair Park, Dallas, Texas
Details: Earth Day Texas is the largest public environmental exhibition in the world, with more than 75,000 attendees expected in 2016. This year will once again include a GO TEXAN presence, located in the sustainable food zone. Booths are discounted to $400 for GO TEXAN members. This includes a 10'x10' draped and skirted booth, with sampling and cash & carry sales allowed. For more information, visit the website or send an email to GOTEXAN@EarthDayTX.org.
What: Food & Hospitality Africa
When: May 3-5
Where: Johannesburg, South Africa
Details: Food & Hospitality Africa, a new food and beverage trade show, will launch in South Africa this year. This show will incorporate two successful shows, IFEA and Hostex. This event will bring together leading food and drink brands and local producers to meet retail and foodservice buyers, importers, processors, distributors and wholesalers from South Africa and the rest of the continent. Best market prospects include bakery and confectionery products, beer, wine, spirits, cheese, dairy, fresh produce, frozen foods, additives/ingredients, meat and poultry, non-alcoholic drinks and organic seafood. For more information, please visit the website or contact Tobitha Jones at (202) 690-1182.
What: SIAL China
When: May 5-7
Where: Shanghai, China
Details: SIAL China is an important international trade event for exposing new-to-market food products and meeting key business contacts in China. In 2015, the event attracted 66,000 trade visitors and 2,900 exhibitors, including 107 U.S. exhibitors. USA Pavilion exhibitors reported 12-month projected sales of $116 million, $14 million in on-site sales, 832 business contacts and 754 introduced products. Best market prospects include pork, seafood, cheese, raisins, almonds, walnuts, blueberries, canned vegetables, snacks, health food, food ingredients, pet food, coffee and tea drink mixes. For more information on the USA Pavilion, please visit the website or contact Tobitha Jones at (202) 690-1182.
What: Seoul Food & Hotel
When: May 10-13
Where: Seoul, Korea
Details: South Korea is the United States’ fifth largest market for agricultural, fishery, and forestry products. Seoul Food & Hotel is the biggest food show in South Korea. In 2015, the event attracted 52,800 trade visitors and 1,327 exhibitors, including 69 U.S. exhibitors. USA Pavilion exhibitors reported 443 business contacts, 12-month projected sales of $12.9 million, $1.1 million in on-site sales and 254 introduced products. This event provides access to major food importers, distributors, hoteliers, restaurateurs and retailers who are looking for food and beverages, wine and spirits, hospitality and foodservice. Best market prospects include fish and seafood, beef, pork, poultry, nuts, fresh citrus and wine. For more information on the USA Pavilion at Seoul Food & Hotel 2016, please visit the website or contact Tobitha Jones at (202) 690-1182.
What: American Food Fair at the NRA Show
When: May 21-24
Where: Chicago, Illinois
Details: The American Food Fair Pavilion will be held in conjunction with the National Restaurant Association's (NRA) Restaurant Hotel-Motel Show. The NRA Show, the largest international foodservice marketplace, gives U.S. food and beverage exporters an excellent opportunity to reach out to over 5,000 international visitors. The 2015 NRA Show attracted over 64,000 industry professionals from all 50 states and 116 countries to see the products of nearly 2,200 exhibitors focused on the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industries. The American Food Fair is organized by the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, and in 2015 included 75 U.S. companies that reported over $7 million in export sales with 22 exhibitors reporting new-to-export market sales. For more information, please visit the
website or contact Anne Almond or call (202) 690-2853.
What: 2016 ExpHoRe
When: May 31 – June 2
Where: Heredia, Costa Rica
Details: Costa Rica has achieved the highest level of economic development in Central America. The participation fee for this trade show is $1,815 for a full booth or $908 for a half booth. Furnished booths come with electricity, signage, badges and booth clean-up services. Interpreter services are available as needed. Up to 100 pounds of sample shipping from a consolidation point in the U.S. to the show using SUSTA’s designated freight forwarder is included. For more information, contact Carlos Guerrero at (512) 463-6507.
What: 2016 Texas Restaurant Association Marketplace
When: June 26-27
Where: Houston, Texas
Details: The Texas Restaurant Association Marketplace is offering a discounted booth rate for GO TEXAN members in the GO TEXAN member area of the show. The discounted price is $1,500 for a 10’ x 10’ booth. Thousands of chefs, caterers, restaurant owners, general managers and hotel operators will be attending the Texas Restaurant Marketplace looking for new products and services, so the event is a great place to showcase your creations and increase your sales. Booth space is limited, so don’t miss this unique opportunity. Contact Chris Cobb at (512) 457-4100 for more information or to book your booth.
What: Summer Fancy Food Show
When: June 26-28
Where: New York City
Details: This is the largest specialty food show in North America, drawing buyers from around the world from China to the EU, Canada and India, as well as top retailers in the U.S., such as Kroger, Costco, Whole Foods and Trader Joes. SUSTA will have a pavilion where participants can buy a booth for a reduced cost, and will also have a separate global inbound trade mission where you can meet one-on-one with buyers from countries like Canada, Japan and the Netherlands. If you are interested in a booth or the trade mission, contact Carlos Guerrero at (512) 463-6507.
What: Pearland Wine and Food Festival
When: Aug. 27
Where: Pearland, Texas
Details: : The 5th Annual Pearland Wine and Food Festival by Dionisio Winery will take place in the Pearland Town Center Pavilion, featuring a day of 10 GO TEXAN wineries showcasing red, white & fruit wines along with 10 local food vendors, 30 craft and specialty item vendors and music. Vendors will be hand-picked by the festival’s wine committee. The fee for having a booth is $75. GO TEXAN member vendors will receive priority placement at the festival. For information on being a vendor, contact Jimmy Aranda at (713) 906-2499.
What: Colombia Outbound Trade Mission
When: Sept. 27-28
Where: Bogotá, Colombia
Details: This mission will give you the opportunity to meet with pre-qualified companies excited to import from the United States. Suitable products include, but are not limited to: grocery and convenience, fruit, snack foods, nuts, beer and wine. The early bird participation fee is $400, and will increase to $600 after May 1. SUSTA will reimburse one traveler per company for hotel accommodation within the federal per diem rate for three nights, and up to $500 for shipping product samples with proper documentation. Also included are interpreter services and local business transportation. Deadline for registration is June 15. For more information, click here or contact Carlos Guerrero at (512) 463-6507.
What: Inbound Trade Mission from Canada
When: Sept. 28
Where: Dallas, Texas
Details: As the second largest importer of Texas agricultural products, Canada is an important destination for any business new to exporting. At only $25, this trade mission allows the exploration of the Canadian market at an affordable cost to your company, making it a prime opportunity to break into the international arena. For more information, contact Carlos Guerrero at (512) 463-6507.
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