"The Branded Program is such a wonderful program and we are so appreciative for how it has truly helped us expand our international presence and sales!"
We are Food Export-Midwest and Food Export-Northeast, non-profit organizations made up of agricultural promotion agencies from 13 Midwestern and 10 Northeastern states. We exist to provide the support U.S. companies need to enter international markets by offering export education, global connections, export strategies, and marketing financial assistance.
To empower small- and medium-sized businesses in our regions to sell their food and agricultural products internationally.
We envision a future where small- and medium-sized businesses in our regions thrive in the global marketplace. We lead this transformation by simplifying international success for businesses and enriching global exchange, while effectively realizing resources for the growth and prosperity of our member states and U.S. agriculture.
We connect Midwest and Northeast food suppliers with global buyers to create opportunities that extend their distribution and boost international business growth.
We help both novice suppliers and seasoned exporters unlock long term global growth with programs and services in education, market entry, and market promotion.
In the last year alone, companies that participated in our programs and activities gained over $867M in combined export sales to countries around the globe.
Based in Biddeford, Maine
Food Export-Northeast Participant since 2019
Food Export-Midwest and Food Export-Northeast offer a variety of programs and services to help grow exports of value-added food and agricultural products. Whether your company is just getting started or is already exporting to several countries, we have multiple programs and services to assist you.
Watch to learn how Food Export empowers companies to succeed on the global stage
1:55 MINUTES
Buyers Mission Overview – Buyers Missions allow you to meet domestically with pre-screened international buyers looking to import U.S. food and agricultural products.
2:10 MINUTES
Focused Trade Mission Overview – Focused Trade Missions can save valuable time and resources by maximizing contact with prospective distributors and sales representatives.
18 Videos
How To: A Branded Program Series – The Branded Program provides 50% cost reimbursement for a wide variety of international marketing activities. This series will guide you step-by-step through the different stages of the Branded Program.
Check out our newest educational effort, The Food Export Podcast! Listen Here