Please join Secretary Romanski on July 10 at 9 a.m. for the WAXC Informational Webinar on Wisconsin's year-to-date first quarter highlights, Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports Report, Secretary-led Agricultural Trade Mission to Chile recap, and upcoming DATCP trade promotion activities.
DATCP is currently hiring an Economic Development Consultant for its International Agribusiness Center. To apply, visit https://wisc.jobs and search for “economic development” in the search field, or search by agency by clicking “Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection.”
Food Export’s 2024 Export Advisor Program is now accepting registrations. The Export Advisor Program is a no-cost, year-long service providing custom assistance to help food companies kickstart or improve their export growth. This program is for companies interested in using an export consultant to support market research and strategy development.
To learn more or to register for the program, visit www.foodexport.org.
 ExporTech™ is a program for emerging and experienced exporters to develop their strategic export plan. Over the course of three full-day sessions, CEOs/presidents and senior leaders in sales/marketing, finance, and operations join with non-competing companies to determine their top three export markets and develop an actionable, strategic plan.
Agricultural companies with products including processed foods, grains, mink pelts, livestock, genetics, and more are encouraged to participate.
ExporTech™ graduates realize between $600,000 and $1,000,000 in average incremental exports growth one year after completing the program.
Interested in participating?
For sessions in northern/western Wisconsin, contact Heidi Rabeneck.
For sessions in southern/eastern Wisconsin, contact Roxanne Baumann.
Funded by the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports* and Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation.
 The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is now accepting nominations for the Governor's Export Achievement Awards. Winners are selected based on measurable export growth, innovative approaches to exporting, and the overall significance of their contributions to the state economy and trade development in Wisconsin.
To learn more or to submit a nomination, visit the WEDC website.
The International Market Access Grant (IMAG) application period is open for those wishing to apply. Wisconsin companies that receive grants through the IMAG program can be reimbursed for export development project expenses up to $10,000 per application, and up to $30,000 per application for ExporTech™ participants.
For more information visit wedc.org/programs/international-market-access-grant/.
Funded by the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports* and Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation.
September 3-5, 2024 – Nairobi, Kenya
The Kenyan Food Event (KFE) is East Africa's largest food, drink, and hospitality trade exhibition.
Why Kenya? Processed foods, meat, dairy, distilled spirits, craft beers, health and organic foods, snacks, and dry rubs are all gaining in popularity as urbanization increases.
East Africa is an untapped market of opportunity for food and beverage companies for the following reasons.
- There are roughly 1,200 food and beverage manufacturers in Kenya alone, ranging from smaller organizations to multinationals.
- Growing incomes and rising urbanization have caused a sustained increase in food and beverage sales in Kenya over the last 15 years.
- Figures suggest Nairobi has the highest consumer food and beverage spending power, with more being spent on high-cost foods.
- The food and beverage sub-sector in hospitality is valued at $302 million USD, with a 5% growth rate per year.
DATCP offers a turnkey, furnished, and shared booth package for Wisconsin businesses. Participants are responsible for airfare, hotel, and meals. The registration deadline is August 5, 2024.
Interested in participating? Contact Shirley Acedo.
Funded by the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports*.
During the afternoons of October 1 and 2, inbound buyers at World Dairy Expo can register to attend farm tours and visit with farm owners and managers providing details about their operations.
“The tours showcase Wisconsin farms with great management,” notes Karen Nielsen of Global Dairy Outreach, who has been organizing farm tours during World Dairy Expo since 1996. “We balance a smaller dairy with a larger dairy, so visitors can get a feel for varying types of operations.” This year’s tours include 250-cow to 3,000-cow dairies; various styles of parlors including robotic, rotary and herringbone; farms with agricultural tourism operations; on-farm processing; on-farm sales and more.
Tours depart at 12:30 p.m. from the Alliant Energy Center Exhibition Hall. Participants return to the grounds by 6 p.m. Space is limited.
For more details, email info@globalcow.com or call (802) 254-2879
Funded by the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports*.
 October 3, 2024 – Madison, Wisconsin
Exporters, breeders, veterinarians, and freight providers are invited to an Exporters Workshop at World Dairy Expo on October 3 from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. Covering the global dairy outlook, export protocols, certification, financing, and order fulfillment, this event will feature experts from University of Wisconsin-Madison, USDA-APHIS, Export-Import Bank, and Livestock Exporters Association of the USA (LEA).
This event is free with World Dairy Expo admission, but registration is required. Visit https://forms.office.com/g/ws9nZdCJTW to register.
Interested in participating? Contact Jennifer Lu.
Funded by the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports*.
 The International Producer Symposium will provide information on dairy business profitability for global dairy producers. The symposium will run from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on October 3 in the Mendota room at the Alliant Energy Center Exhibit Hall. The event is free with World Dairy Expo admission, but seating is limited; scan the QR code above to register or follow this link: https://forms.office.com/g/YyYTQXY4BP.
Dr. Fricke will present “Building a Foundational Repro Program.” The session is focused on reproductive efficiency of dairy cattle, applying knowledge gained through scientific research, developing practical management strategies, and assessing new reproductive technologies. Dr. Fricke has spoken to more than 500 audiences and presented talks at conferences throughout the U.S. and 28 countries on six continents.
Dr. Ruegg’s specialty is mastitis and milk quality, specifically bridging the gap between research and practical applications on dairy farms. Her session, “Gaining a Competitive Edge in Milk Quality,” will share expertise gained from travel to dairy farms around the world. Dr. Ruegg is an expert in providing pragmatic advice to help make an immediate difference in milk quality.
Interested in participating? Contact Shirley Acedo.
Funded by the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports*.
DATCP is hosting a Global Dairy Summit at World Dairy Expo on Friday, October 4, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The Global Dairy Summit will provide insight into the dairy economy, consider the industry outlook, and highlight potential marketing opportunities. Global dairy leaders presenting at the summit include Krysta Harden, President and Chief Executive Officer of the U.S. Dairy Export Council; Mike McCully, President and Owner of McCully Consulting; Heather Anfang, President of Dairy Foods and Executive Vice President of Land O’ Lakes, Inc; and Dave Lenzmeier, Chief Executive Officer of Milk Specialties Global. Following the presentations, Corey Geiger, Lead Economist for Dairy at CoBank, will moderate a panel discussion with audience questions. Farmers, processors, businesses, and global industry stakeholders are invited to attend.
For more information and to register, visit DATCP Home Global Dairy Summit (wi.gov).
Funded by the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports*.
November 18-22, 2024 – Kenya and Tanzania
Join DATCP on a dairy trade mission to Kenya and Tanzania. Kenya is the largest dairy producer and consumer of all 54 African nations and is the economic, financial, and transport hub for East and Central Africa. The country presents promising dairy opportunities with support and investment from both private and government sectors.
This trade mission offers networking opportunities with Kenyan and Tanzanian dairy business prospects, as well as on-farm assessments and demonstrations related to genetics, nutrition, and animal health. Participants are responsible for airfare, hotel, and most meals. The registration deadline is October 1, 2024.
Interested in participating? Contact Shirley Acedo.
Funded by USLGE and Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports*.
 February 19-23, 2025 – Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Wisconsin processed food companies are invited to exhibit in the Wisconsin Pavilion at Gulfood 2025. With attendees from across the world, Gulfood is the place to meet and connect with global food buyers. Participating companies are required to sign up for Food Export-Midwest Food Show Plus! services. DATCP offers a turnkey, furnished, and shared booth package. Participants will be accepted on a first-come basis and are responsible for airfare, hotel, and meals.
Interested in participating? Contact Shirley Acedo.
Funded by the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports*.
 March 12-14, 2025 – Bangkok, Thailand
VIV Asia is the largest and most complete feed-to-food event in Asia held every other year in Bangkok, Thailand. Participating companies will meet with buyers in animal husbandry and related sectors, from feed production to animal farming, breeding, genetics, veterinary and animal health solutions, slaughtering, meat, fish, egg, dairy processing, and more. DATCP offers a turnkey, furnished, and shared booth package. The deadline to register is December 1, 2024, and registrations will be accepted on a first-come basis. Participants are responsible for airfare, hotel, and meals.
Interested in participating? Contact Jennifer Lu.
Funded by the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports*.
The USDA Foreign Agricultural Service's (FAS) agricultural trade missions help American companies increase their global reach. Upcoming missions include the following:
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Colombia (Bogota): Week of August 13, 2024
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Vietnam (Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, with buyers from Thailand): Week of September 9, 2024
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Morocco (Casablanca, with buyers from Senegal and Francophone West Africa): Week of December 2, 2024
Learn more and register at the USDA FAS website.
 From May 26 to June 1, five Wisconsin companies and organizations exhibited within the Wisconsin Pavilion at the Thaifex-Anuga Asia tradeshow in Bangkok, Thailand, including Orange Cheese, Renards Cheese, Dinner Bell Creamery, Wisconsin Cheese, and Marathon Ginseng Gardens.
Thaifex-Anuga Asia is a USDA-endorsed trade show, with more than 80,000 visitors from 133 countries and over 3,200 exhibitors from 45 countries. Participants met with buyers and distributors, USDA Foreign Agricultural Service staff from Bangkok, and United States Thailand Ambassador Robert Godec.
For more information, visit DATCP Home Thaifex-Anuga Asia (wi.gov).
 June 17-21, eight Wisconsin companies exhibited at the Alimentec tradeshow in Bogota, Colombia, including BelGioioso, Bioionix, Colombia Grain, Croix Valley Foods, Hinterland Brewery, Moundview Dairy, Sartori and Tropical Foods. Agropur and Schreiber Foods were also in the USA Pavilion.
Alimentec is one of the largest South American food shows and is a USDA-endorsed tradeshow.
Participants met with buyers and distributors, participated on a retail tour, attended an in-market briefing by USDA Foreign Agricultural Service staff from Bogota and Venezuela, and met the United States Colombia Ambassador Francisco Palmieri.
For more information visit DATCP Home Alimentec (wi.gov).
*The Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports (WIAE), a collaborative project between DATCP and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), aims to boost the export of dairy, meat, and crop products by promoting Wisconsin agricultural products in the international marketplace. WIAE was proposed in Gov. Tony Evers' 2021-23 biennial state budget.
For more information on WIAE, sign up for email updates and visit the DATCP website.
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