August 2024 was a busy month for Food Export-Midwest and Food Export-Northeast. Check out all the events we hosted and attended in our monthly recap blog!
Food Export-Midwest and Food Export-Northeast closed out the summer with travels to Colombia and Taiwan. Check out all the events we hosted and attended in our monthly recap blog!
Food Export-Midwest and Food Export-Northeast’s mission has always been to help U.S. companies increase their export sales. One of the main ways we do that is by attending and hosting events around the globe. In this monthly blog we highlight everywhere we went and everything we did during August 2024!
USDA Agricultural Trade Mission to Colombia
Bogotá, Colombia
August 13-15
USDA’s Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, Alexis M. Taylor, led an agribusiness trade mission to Bogotá, Colombia. Food Export Chief Communications Officer and Deputy Director, Laura England, attended the event and participated in panel discussions alongside industry leaders and government officials. In addition, three of Food Export’s suppliers, Aero-Cos International, Ice Cream Factory, and Lamex Foods, Inc were also in attendance.
According to Secretary Taylor, “Colombia represents a top-tier food and agricultural export destination for American farmers, ranchers and processors.” Colombia is the second most populous country in South America and has demonstrated continuous growth over the past 20 years. It is also one of the largest South American markets for U.S. agricultural products and food and beverage exports.
The discussions at the mission focused on expanding trade opportunities for American agribusinesses, fostering stronger international partnerships, and exploring new markets in both Colombia and Venezuela. This mission underscores our commitment to supporting U.S. agricultural exports and driving growth in the global marketplace.
Superzoo
Las Vegas, NV
August 13-14
Food Export’s Liaison Manager, Paul Weiss, and Midwest Liaison, Daniel Griffith, had the opportunity to attend Superzoo in Las Vegas, NV. Superzoo is a non-profit event produced by the World Pet Association (WPA), an organization that works to promote the well-being of pets and to foster a healthier, more productive pet industry.
Superzoo is a leading pet retail event, connecting participants to a wide range of innovative pet products and a comprehensive educational program tailored to keep business in the know and growing. Food Export will be hosting a Pet Food Buyers Mission at the 2025 Superzoo. It’s never too early to register!
Focused Trade Mission to Taiwan for Retail and Foodservice
Taipei, Taiwan
August 13-14
Food Export hosted its annual trade missions to Taiwan! This year, 5 Midwest and Northeast suppliers traveled to Taiwan. As customary, participants had the opportunity to attend a market briefing, retail tours, and one-on-one meetings with buyers.
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