New Market Developer: September - October 2020

New Market Developer

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2021 Branded Program Now Open!

Marketing your products abroad can be very beneficial to your business, but it can also be expensive. The Branded Program, offered through Food Export Association of the Midwest, offers 50% cash reimbursement for a multitude of international marketing activities, including website development, packaging and labeling modifications, trade show fees, advertising, public relations, and much more!

*New for 2021* Graduation rules have changed; the Graduation limit of 5 years has been removed!

The 2020 Branded Program application is now open! Apply as soon as possible to secure your funding. 

Click here to learn more about this opportunity.

Click here to complete your 2021 Pre-Qualification.


Export Essentials Online

Are you looking to expand your export knowledge with online training? Food Export Association of the Midwest has created Export Essentials, 11 self-paced learning modules that cover all aspects of exporting! 

Web based learning modules
  • End-to-end process of how to become an exporter
  • Easy-to-understand explanations of key concepts
  • High-level overview of the tasks and processes
Companion Guides
  • Important details, trends and statistics
  • Supplemental information in addition to what is covered in the web-based modules
  • Links to additional resources
your own pace
  • On-demand training gives you flexibility
  • Access from anywhere
  • Section quizzes check learning
  • Select courses matched to your level of expertise

List of Modules

1. Exporting When the Time is Right

2. Classify Your Products for Export

3. Use Market Research for Competitive Advantage 

4. Take Advantage of Free Trade Agreements

5. Price Your Products for Export Markets

6. Use International Terms of Sale

7. Master International Logistics

8. Navigate Export Regulations 

9. Prepare Commercial Export Documentation 

10. Get Paid for Your Export Sales

11. Prepare for Meetings with Buyers

*Free Food Export Account is required to access the module's. 

Click here to learn more about Export Essentials

Click here to sign up for a FREE Food Export Account


Success Story: Fry Krisp Utilizes Education Support Services

Fry Krisp Food Products, located in Jackson, Michigan, in the 7th Congressional District, participated in the Food Export – Midwest’s Helpline™, Export Essentials modules, various webinars, and a seminar to help educate themselves on the various intricacies of exporting.


As a result, Fry Krisp has been able to get their specific export questions answered, vet potential export opportunities, and prepare for meetings with buyers at Food Export’s Buyers Missions. We look forward to hearing about their earned export success this upcoming year!   

According to Vice President Stephen Artz, “The Food Export team has done an excellent job teaching us how to present ourselves in international markets. Any question we have had, were answered right away. The team is a pleasure to work with. True professionals.”

 

Click here to read the full story


Upcoming Events

Expo ANTAD

October 14-16, 2020 | Online

 

Virtual Trade Mission to Mexico for Private Label, Food Service, and Retail Products

October 19-22, 2020 | Online

 

Virtual Trade Mission to Korea for Pet Food Products

October 19-23, 2020 | Online

 

Food Export Virtual Connect: Ingredients and Additives

October 27-28, 2020 | Online

 

Americas Food & Beverage Show

November 2-3, 2020 | Online