Food Export’s 2026 Programs Now Open for Registration - Food Export Association of the Midwest USA and Food Export USA

Food Export-Midwest and Food Export-Northeast are pleased to announce the launch of the 2026 Program Year program calendar, opening registration for a dynamic slate of international opportunities, including Buyers Missions, Focused Trade Missions, Food Show PLUS!™, Product Showcases, and more. Educational offerings for 2026 include webinars, Export Navigator services, Market Builder, and Virtual Consultations.

“The 2026 program lineup reflects Food Export’s commitment to global growth and real-time responsiveness,” said Teresa Miller, Chief Program and Partnership Officer. “These programs provide suppliers with actionable pathways to new markets, stronger buyer relationships, and greater export success.”

What’s Ahead in 2026:

New Growth Market Missions

Focused Trade Missions to West Africa (Ghana & Nigeria), Southeast Asia (Philippines & Thailand), Central America (Guatemala & Panama), and Southeast Europe (Bulgaria)
Bundled education + buyer access = stronger ROI
Expanded global reach at major trade shows
Food Show PLUS!™ services at global expos like Gulfood, SIAL Paris, Natural Products Expo West, and Zoomark

International, and More

Pet food and seafood exporters get dedicated programming at key shows
Low-Cost entry events for new exporters:
- Summer in the Cities Buyers Mission
- Caribbean and Latin America Buyers Mission
- Specialty Food Buyers Mission at the Summer Fancy Food Show

Tailored Experiences by Product Segment

Plant-based focus at IFT FIRST
Charcuterie, beverage, and cheese-centered missions to Mexico
Frozen food specialization in South Korea
BBQ Buyers Mission at American Royal BBQ

Pre-Event and Post-Event Support

Market Scans, Export Navigator insights, and In-Market Representative briefings ensure every event is a guided, strategic experience—not just a transaction.

Export Navigator Service

Launched in 2025, this valuable and affordable service provides one-on-one consultations in the areas of logistics, legal, labeling, shipping, marketing, research, documentation, and more.

“We’re not just opening registration—we’re opening doors,” Miller added. “Each of these programs is designed to help companies expand into new markets and build export readiness with confidence.”

Registration is now open for all 2026 Program Year activities. For a full list and to register, visit: www.foodexport.org.

Food Export–Midwest and Food Export–Northeast prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. (Not all bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations or alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact us. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online https://www.ascr.usda.gov/filing-program-discrimination-complaint-usda-customer.

Food Export–Midwest and Food Export–Northeast reserve the right to deny services to any firm or individual which, in the sole opinion of Food Export–Midwest and Food Export–Northeast, does not comply with FAS, MAP or Food Export–Midwest and Food Export–Northeast regulations or policies, or otherwise offer the best opportunity to achieve its mission of increasing food and agricultural exports. Submission of any false or misleading information may be grounds for rejection or subsequent revocation of any application or participation. Food Export–Midwest and Food Export–Northeast are equal opportunity employers and providers.