The Caribbean Basin has proven to be an appealing and profitable market for U.S. companies for many years. U.S. exports of agricultural products to this market totaled US$4.4 billion in 2021, a strong increase of 21% over the prior year.
U.S. Food & Agricultural Product Imports to the Caribbean by the Numbers (2021):
By the year 2026, Euromonitor projects that retail sales in the packaged food market in the Caribbean will reach US$9.3 billion, a growth of 32.2%, or US$2.3 billion.
In addition to Dominican Republic, buyers from Jamaica and Trinidad will be considered.
Due to the nature of the global pandemic and its impact on international travel, please consider resources such a www.travel.state.gov when determining if this event is appropriate for you or your company.
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February 6 – U.S. suppliers arrive in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
February 7 – Marketing briefing by local USDA, Foreign Agricultural Service and Retail tour
February 8-9 – One-on-one meetings with buyers
February 10 – U.S. suppliers return to U.S.
Schedule is subject to change.
Top U.S. products in demand:
Participants in 2019 Focused Trade Missions Reported:
With the Branded Program, you may be eligible for 50% reimbursement on:
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