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As we look towards 2021, what opportunities are available to Michigan Ag Exporters? Check out our top three markets from 2019 for a market snapshot.
Canada
In 2019, Michigan Exported $813 Million in Food and Ag Products
Top Product Categories Exported from Michigan to Canada
- Cereals, Baked Goods, and Pastas
- Vegetables & Dry Beans
- Wood and Wood Products
Exporter Resources:
USDA Exporter Information
USMCA Page
Mexico
In 2019, Michigan exported $193 Million in Food and Ag Products
Top Product Categories Exported from Michigan to Mexico
- Dairy Products
- Processed Meat Products
- Processed Food Products
Exporter Resources:
USDA Exporter information
USMCA Page
Japan
In 2019, Michigan exported $124 Million in Food and Ag Products
Top Product Categories Exported from Michigan to Japan
- Processed Food Products
- Soybean and Soybean Meal
- Meats
Exporter Resources:
USDA Exporter Information
U.S. Japan Trade Agreement (USJTA)
We are proud to announce registration for our 2021 Trade Show Season is open!
National Restaurant Association Show
May 22-25, 2021 | Chicago, IL
Sweets and Snacks Expo
June 22-25, 2021 | Indianapolis, IN
Expo ANTAD
June 23-25, 2021 | Guadalajara, Mexico
Summer Fancy Food Show
June 27-29, 2021 | New York, NY
ANUGA
October 9-13, 2021 | Cologne, Germany
PMA Fresh Summit
October 28-29, 2021 | New Orleans, LA
 *This event is organized by the U.S. Commercial Service, Grand Valley State University Van Andel Global Trade Center, and MEDC
ExporTech™ is NOT a seminar training. Conducted online, through virtual classroom sessions and online one-on-one coaching over an 11-week period, ExporTech™ accelerates a company’s export strategic planning process into a concise timeframe. A limited number of companies are able to participate per session, giving your executive team an exclusive opportunity to learn.
Each company will be matched with the following:
- A pair of experienced trade "coaches" to help you navigate the export sales process
- A team of GVSU business students to conduct customized international market research
- Additional resources to help evaluate critical international business factors
The final result is an actionable strategic export plan
Registration Deadline is January 15: $1,000
If you're interested in applying, contact any one of the following:
Live Webinar "Geographic Indicators: Crackdown on Common Food Names"
January 27, 2021 | Online
Virtual Connect: Winter 2021
February 1-4, 2021 | Online
ExporTech Online Cohort
February 2-April 16, 2021 | Online
Virtual Buyers Mission: Feed Ingredients and Additives
March 2-4, 2021 | Online
Virtual Trade Mission to Australia
May 10-13, 2021 | Online
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