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Organic Trade Association is present each year at the world’s most promising, high-value international trade shows, promoting U.S. organic products and fostering global trade. Our large, attractive exhibit includes select U.S. organic producers’ brands and sales materials. Several U.S. producers have displays at the booth, and leaders and sales executives are on-site to present to global buyers.

In addition, U.S. producers presenting at these key trade shows can request booth placement near OTA from trade show organizers – ensuring maximum trade show traffic from relevant global buyers. OTA also works with U.S. exhibitors’ marketing and booth development teams on strategies and tips for increased trade show exposure.

Contact us if you have questions about how COVID-19 is affecting these international activities.

 

OTA Hosted Event
  • March 9, 2021 to March 12, 2021
    FOODEX Japan

    FOODEX Japan

    Tuesday, March 9, 2021 - 9:00am to Friday, March 12, 2021 - 5:00pm

    FOODEX Japan is taking place March 9-12, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. Over 80,000 qualified Japanese traders,wholesalers, retailers and food service buyers will attend.

    Organic Trade Association will host a pavilion of 5-6 U.S. organic companies at the show. If you are interested in participating, contact Alexis Carey, International Trade Manager. 

    Event Type: 
    Organic Industry Event
    FOODEX Japan is taking place March 9-12, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. Over 80,000 qualified Japanese traders,wholesalers, retailers and food service buyers will attend. Organic Trade Association will...
  • March 22, 2021 to March 24, 2021
    VIRTUAL Trade Mission for Ingredients

    VIRTUAL Trade Mission for Ingredients

    Monday, March 22, 2021 - 8:00am to Wednesday, March 24, 2021 - 5:00pm

    The Organic Trade Association will host a virtual trade event dedicated to organic food ingredients March 22-24, 2021. Meetings will take place 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST, but please note that some meetings could take place outside of these regular business hours to accommodate buyer time zones.

    As a result of member feedback, invited buyers will participate from countries across Asia, including the Philippines, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, and Singapore. Ingredients with best prospects for this trade mission include: raw grains, pulses, dairy ingredients, processed fruits and vegetables (frozen, dried, powder, juices, or concentrates), nuts, oils, organic food additives, and bakery items.


    The cost to participate is $75 per company for OTA to register you with the online platform and schedule meetings for you with interested buyers. You will receive profiles of the participating buyers including contact information prior to your meetings. Please note we will be scheduling meetings based on buyer preferences and time zones, and your meetings could be held outside regular business hours. 

    Contact Alexis Carey, OTA's International Trade Manager, if you have questions. Click here to register! 

    For all USDA MAP programs, all of the products you promote must be USDA certified organic, produced in the USA, and made of 51% or more of U.S. based ingredients either by value (cost of the ingredients) or volume (against overall weight of the product).  This is the federal USDA regulation for participation and part of declaration you agree to when signing up for Organic Trade Association activities.  All supplier participants must complete Organic Trade Association’s online evaluation following the activity and a 6 month follow-up evaluation. All participants must also agree to be available online for the entire meeting window. 

    Event Type: 
    OTA Hosted Event
    The Organic Trade Association will host a virtual trade event dedicated to organic food ingredients March 22-24, 2021. Meetings will take place 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST, but please note that some mee...
  • April 13, 2021 to April 15, 2021
    VIRTUAL Buyers Mission: Healthy, Natural, and Organic Products

    VIRTUAL Buyers Mission: Healthy, Natural, and Organic Products

    Tuesday, April 13, 2021 - 8:00am to Thursday, April 15, 2021 - 5:00pm

    The Organic Trade Association and Food Export are planning a virtual buyers mission in place of the event we typically host at Expo West, to take place April 13-15, 2021. Meetings will take place 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST, but please note that some meetings could take place outside of these regular business hours to accommodate buyer time zones. While we would love to host the event in person at Expo West, we aren’t confident international travel will have resumed in time to host the wide range of buyers we typically bring to the show. 

    Buyers from around the world will participate, and companies have been invited from South America, Canada, China, Hong Kong, India, Kuwait, the U.A.E, the U.K. , and more! Buyer profiles will be available soon.


    The cost to participate is $75 per company for OTA to register you with the online platform and schedule meetings for you with interested buyers. You will receive profiles of the participating buyers including contact information prior to your meetings. Please note we will be scheduling meetings based on buyer preferences and time zones, and meetings could occur outside of regular business hours. 

    Contact Alexis Carey, OTA's International Trade Manager, if you have questions. Click here to register! 

    For all USDA MAP programs, all of the products you promote must be USDA certified organic, produced in the USA, and made of 51% or more of U.S. based ingredients either by value (cost of the ingredients) or volume (against overall weight of the product).  This is the federal USDA regulation for participation and part of declaration you agree to when signing up for Organic Trade Association activities.  All supplier participants must complete Organic Trade Association’s online evaluation following the activity and a 6 month follow-up evaluation. All participants must also agree to be available online for the entire meeting window. 

    Event Type: 
    OTA Hosted Event
    The Organic Trade Association and Food Export are planning a virtual buyers mission in place of the event we typically host at Expo West, to take place April 13-15, 2021. Meetings will take place 8:00...
  • May 10, 2021 to May 12, 2021
    VIRTUAL Trade Mission to Australia & New Zealand

    VIRTUAL Trade Mission to Australia & New Zealand

    Monday, May 10, 2021 - 9:00am to Wednesday, May 12, 2021 - 5:00pm

    Organic Trade Association will be hosting a Virtual Trade Mission to Australia and New Zealand, taking place May 10-12, 2021, for a limited group of U.S. organic companies interested in expanding in those markets. If you are interested in participating, contact Alexis Carey, International Trade Manager. 

    Event Type: 
    OTA Hosted Event
    Organic Trade Association will be hosting a Virtual Trade Mission to Australia and New Zealand, taking place May 10-12, 2021, for a limited group of U.S. organic companies interested in expanding...
  • June 14, 2021 to June 18, 2021
    Trade Mission to the U.K. and E.U.

    Trade Mission to the U.K. and E.U.

    Monday, June 14, 2021 - 9:00am to Friday, June 18, 2021 - 5:00pm

    Organic Trade Association will be hosting a Trade Mission to the U.K. and E.U. taking place June 14-18, 2021, for a limited group of U.S. organic companies interested in expanding in those markets. The Trade Mission activities will take place in London and Amsterdam, and participants in this Trade Mission will also have the opportunity to exhibit at the Free From Expo, taking place June 15-16, 2021 in Amsterdam. If you are interested in participating, contact Alexis Carey, International Trade Manager. 

    Event Type: 
    OTA Hosted Event
    Organic Trade Association will be hosting a Trade Mission to the U.K. and E.U. taking place June 14-18, 2021, for a limited group of U.S. organic companies interested in expanding in those markets. Th...
  • July 14, 2021 to July 15, 2021
    Organic Produce Summit Buyers Mission

    Organic Produce Summit Buyers Mission

    Wednesday, July 14, 2021 - 9:00am to Thursday, July 15, 2021 - 5:00pm

    The Organic Produce Summit will take place July 14-15, 2021 in Monterey, CA. 

    Organic Trade Association will be hosting a Produce Buyers Mission in coordination with the show, including international buyers from 6-8 different markets. Meetings will take place July 14-15, 2021. If you are interested in participating, contact Alexis Carey, International Trade Manager. 

    Event Type: 
    Organic Industry Event
    The Organic Produce Summit will take place July 14-15, 2021 in Monterey, CA.  Organic Trade Association will be hosting a Produce Buyers Mission in coordination with the show, including intern...
  • September 22, 2021 to September 25, 2021
    Natural Products Expo East

    Natural Products Expo East

    Wednesday, September 22, 2021 - 9:00am to Saturday, September 25, 2021 - 5:00pm

    Natural Products Expo East will be taking place September 22-25, 2021 in Philadelphia, PA. More information regarding how the show will continue to transform will be provided in the upcoming months, stay tuned!

    Organic Trade Association will be hosting 6-8 international buyers at the show to meet with U.S. organic suppliers interested in exporting. Meetings will take place September 20-25, 2021. If you are interested in participating in the Buyers Mission meetings, contact Alexis Carey, International Trade Manager. 

    Event Type: 
    Organic Industry Event
    Natural Products Expo East will be taking place September 22-25, 2021 in Philadelphia, PA. More information regarding how the show will continue to transform will be provided in the upcoming mont...
  • October 9, 2021 to October 13, 2021
    Anuga

    Anuga

    Saturday, October 9, 2021 - 9:00am to Wednesday, October 13, 2021 - 5:00pm

    Anuga will be taking place October 9-13, 2021 in Cologne, Germany. This is the world’s largest trade fair for food and beverages, breaks new grounds for the developments of the entire industry. It is the most important industry meeting point as the figures of 2019 once again impressively demonstrate: With 7,972 exhibitors and about 169,653 visitors, Anuga Cologne is clearly the number one food fair!

    Organic Trade Association will host a pavilion at the show for 8 U.S. organic companies. If you are interested in participating, contact Alexis Carey, International Trade Manager. 

    Event Type: 
    Organic Industry Event
    Anuga will be taking place October 9-13, 2021 in Cologne, Germany. This is the world’s largest trade fair for food and beverages, breaks new grounds for the developments of the entire industry....
  • November 1, 2021 to November 4, 2021
    Trade Mission to Taiwan and Hong Kong

    Trade Mission to Taiwan and Hong Kong

    Monday, November 1, 2021 - 9:00am to Thursday, November 4, 2021 - 5:00pm

    Organic Trade Association will be hosting a Trade Mission to Taiwan and Hong Kong for 8-10 U.S. organic companies interested in expanding in those markets. Exact dates for this Trade Mission are still TBD, November 1-4, 2021 is tentative at this time, stay tuned for more info. If you are interested in participating, contact Alexis Carey, International Trade Manager. 

    Event Type: 
    Organic Industry Event
    Organic Trade Association will be hosting a Trade Mission to Taiwan and Hong Kong for 8-10 U.S. organic companies interested in expanding in those markets. Exact dates for this Trade Mission are still...

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