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Proven Paths to Export Success: Food Export Success Stories • Program Highlights • Real Successes • Delivering Global Impact

We have over 1,000 active suppliers participating in our programs who are finding success internationally by generating new export sales, establishing new distributorships, expanding their production facilities, and hiring additional employees. Read a few of Food Export’s recent supplier highlights.

 

Growing Global Exports with Food Export Support

Growing Global Exports with Food Export Support

For more than two decades, International American Supermarket Corp. (IAS) has leveraged Food Export programs to expand global market access for U.S. food and beverage brands. Long-term participation has helped IAS build lasting buyer relationships, generate significant export sales, and establish new distributorships across key international markets.
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Missouri BBQ Brand Expands Worldwide with Food Export Support

Missouri BBQ Brand Expands Worldwide with Food Export Support

Burnt Finger BBQ is taking its award-winning Kansas City flavors global, expanding to more than 20 international regions with the help of Food Export–Midwest. After participating in its first Buyers Mission, the company secured seven new foreign buyer contacts and new distributorships to fuel continued export growth.
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Bold Snacks, Strong Global Growth for Michigan Supplier

Bold Snacks, Strong Global Growth for Michigan Supplier

Through strategic use of Food Export–Midwest’s Branded Program and Trade Missions, Pop Daddy Snacks transformed early export opportunities into lasting global growth. Their bold flavors now reach consumers worldwide as new buyers and markets continue to open.
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First-Time Export Sale to the United Kingdom

First-Time Export Sale to the United Kingdom

Food Export support helped Brooklyn Bites earn $150,000 in new export sales and build 12 distributorships across Canada and the United Kingdom. The company now anticipates more than $2.1 million in additional international sales over the next year.
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Oklahoma’s Clements Foods Company Drives Global Growth

Oklahoma’s Clements Foods Company Drives Global Growth

Clements Foods Company used Food Export–Midwest’s Branded Program to strengthen its presence across key global markets through targeted promotions and in-market advertising. Their multi-year participation has generated millions in export sales, new buyer contacts, and expanding international distribution.
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North Dakota Snack Brand Expands Global Reach with Food Export

North Dakota Snack Brand Expands Global Reach with Food Export

Giant Snacks has rapidly expanded its brand presence internationally by leveraging Food Export–Midwest programs to boost brand awareness, refine packaging, and connect with key international buyers. Their multi-year participation has generated strong sales growth, and sustained momentum in global markets.
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New Hampshire Pet Care Supplier Strengthens International Reach Through MAP Funding

New Hampshire Pet Care Supplier Strengthens International Reach Through MAP Funding

Through strategic use of the Branded Program and other Food Export services, Wholistic Pet Organics reported new sales and strong projected growth in key international markets. With new buyer contacts and distributorships, the company is accelerating global demand for its premium organic pet wellness products.
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Kontos Foods Achieves Strong Export Growth with Food Export

Kontos Foods Achieves Strong Export Growth with Food Export

From a single bakery to an international exporter, Kontos Foods’ long-term engagement with Food Export has played a pivotal role in strengthening its global reach, building international relationships, and driving millions of dollars in export sales.
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Woman-Owned Omaha Protein Popcorn Builds Worldwide Partnerships

Woman-Owned Omaha Protein Popcorn Builds Worldwide Partnerships

The woman-owned Omaha Protein Popcorn is making its mark globally with its innovative, protein-packed gourmet popcorn. Through Food Export’s programs, the company gained valuable international connections that led to new buyer contacts and growing sales abroad.
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