Past Events

USDA Agricultural Trade Office – South Korean Winter Fancy Food Buying Mission
Sun, 01/15/2012 - 12:00am - Wed, 01/18/2012 - 12:00am

The California Centers for International Trade Development in cooperation with the California Department of Food and Agriculture will be coordinating the USDA Agricultural Trade Office – South Korean Winter Fancy Food Buying Mission in San Francisco and Fresno, California.

The United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement signed in 2011 has allowed South Korea to become an ideal target for many food and agricultural products. South Korea is increasingly turning to food imports to satisfy consumers' demands for greater food variety, lower prices, and convenience. In 2010, Koreans bought $5.3 billion in agricultural products, becoming the United States’ fifth largest agricultural export market.

 

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California Agricultural Resource Center
Thu, 12/01/2011 - 9:00am - 4:00pm

The purpose of the California Agricultural Resource Center (CARC) is to enhance the competitive strength of rural California businesses in the metropolitan and international marketplaces, and improve the economic condition of the rural communities within the project area. Target agribusiness industries for CARC program are 1) new and used ag equipment and technology, 2) “green” environmental technology, and 3) agricultural food products.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TRAINING BEGINS DECEMBER 1, 2011

Participation in the CARC Program is limited to 12-15 companies that meet all the criteria.

$59 registration fee per company to participate.

Call (559) 324-6401 for more information or email Frank Nunez at frank [dot] nunez [at] scccd [dot] edu.

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Importing into the U.S. Workshop
Tue, 11/15/2011 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Importing into the U.S. Workshop

Are you familiar with the legal aspects of importing? Know when and how to use a customhouse broker? Is U.S. Customs causing delays in your shipment? Can your product be imported quickly, economically and legally?

Learn the basic steps involved when importing products into the United States. Discover how you can overcome barriers to importing. The program will cover:

  • Entry Process
  • Import Documentation & Invoices
  • Assessment of Duty
  • Import Laws & Regulations
  • Tariff Classifications
  • Special Requirements
  • Foreign Trade Zones

·         Entry Process

·         Import Documentation & Invoices

·         Assessment of Duty

·         Import Laws & Regulations

·         Tariff Classifications

·         Special Requirements

Foreign Trade Zones

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Basics of Exporting
Tue, 11/15/2011 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Basics of Exporting Workshop

Curious about the advantages and risks associated with exporting? Need more information to take your next step in the international marketplace? Is your company ready to export? Have questions about exporting your product or services?

This introductory workshop is for those interested in exploring the world of international business. The program will cover:

  • Step-by-Step Export Process
  • Selling: Domestic vs. International
  • Export Readiness
  • Export Logistics & Documentation
  • Methods of Payment
  • Terms of Sale (Incoterms)
  • Developing an Export Strategy

 

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Outbound Trade Mission to Delhi and Mumbai, India
Sat, 10/29/2011 - 12:00am - Sat, 11/05/2011 - 12:00am

The California Departments of Food and Agriculture, in cooperation with WUSATA, are coordinating participation in the following activity:

India Outbound Buying Mission

India houses almost one-sixth of the world’s population and is one of the fastest growing economies in the world. It has an expanding middle class approximately the size of the U.S. with 300 million people and growing. The Indian market presents lucrative and diverse opportunities for US food companies. With the average Indian spending an estimated 45 percent of their income on food.

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ATO Taiwan Fruit & Vegetable Buying Mission to California
Tue, 10/18/2011 - 8:00am - Thu, 10/20/2011 - 8:00am

Taiwan Fruit & Vegetable Buying Mission

A group of 8 fresh produce buyers from Taiwan will be visiting the Central Valley and the Salinas Valley to source products for import to Taiwan. The California Center for International Trade Development in cooperation with the California Department of Food and Agriculture and California Agriculture Export Council invite appropraite California suppliers to meet with the group during their visit here. This is an excellent opportunity for companies to meet one-on-one with key buyers in Taiwan's produce industry and establish new contacts.

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Southeast Asia Fresh Retail Inbound Buying Mission
Mon, 09/19/2011 - 12:00am - Fri, 09/23/2011 - 12:00am

The California Departments of Food and Agriculture, in cooperation with WUSATA, are coordinating participation in the following activity:

Southeast Asia Retail Inbound Buying Mission

Southeast Asia is one of the fastest growing areas in the world with a regional GDP of approximately $1.5 Trillion in 2009 and average annual growth of about five percent over the past ten years. The fifth largest destination for US agriculture exports.

Products of interest include but are not limited to:

  • Fruits and vegetables, including berries and stone fruits 
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Importing into the U.S. Workshop
Tue, 08/16/2011 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Importing into the U.S. Workshop

Are you familiar with the legal aspects of importing? Know when and how to use a customhouse broker? Is U.S. Customs causing delays in your shipment? Can your product be imported quickly, economically and legally?

Learn the basic steps involved when importing products into the United States. Discover how you can overcome barriers to importing. The program will cover:

  • Entry Process
  • Import Documentation & Invoices
  • Assessment of Duty
  • Import Laws & Regulations
  • Tariff Classifications
  • Special Requirements
  • Foreign Trade Zones

·         Entry Process

·         Import Documentation & Invoices

·         Assessment of Duty

·         Import Laws & Regulations

·         Tariff Classifications

·         Special Requirements

Foreign Trade Zones

More Info

Basics of Exporting
Tue, 08/16/2011 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Basics of Exporting Workshop

Curious about the advantages and risks associated with exporting? Need more information to take your next step in the international marketplace? Is your company ready to export? Have questions about exporting your product or services?

This introductory workshop is for those interested in exploring the world of international business. The program will cover:

  • Step-by-Step Export Process
  • Selling: Domestic vs. International
  • Export Readiness
  • Export Logistics & Documentation
  • Methods of Payment
  • Terms of Sale (Incoterms)
  • Developing an Export Strategy

 

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WUSATA China Importer/Distributor Inbound Buying Mission
Mon, 08/08/2011 - 12:00am - Tue, 08/09/2011 - 12:00am
WUSATA CHINA IMPORTER/DISTRIBUTOR INBOUND BUYING MISSION

Registration Deadline: August 1, 2011

The California & Washington State Departments of Agriculture, in cooperation with Western United States Agricultural Trade Association (WUSATA), will be coordinating participation in the WUSATA China Importer/Distributor Inbound Buying Mission on August 8-9, 2011.

This will be an excellent opportunity for companies to participate in the growing Chinese market.

Western U.S. companies interested in the China market have an opportunity to meet one-on-one with qualified buyers of the foodservice and retail sectors. As China's consumers become wealthier, they are increasingly consuming imported food and agricultural products, demanding healthier/safer foods in their supermarkets, hotels, restaurants and other institutions.

Participating companies are encouraged to be export ready, bring samples and product lists, and be prepared to discuss pricing. There is no cost to participate in this activity!

Benefits from Participation in this Activity:

  • Meet one-on-one with pre-screened buyers from China
  • Showcase your products and gain information about importer/buyer needs and preferences
  • Expand your foreign market sales into China

Suitable Products include, but are not limited to:

  • Dried Fruits/Nuts
  • Dry Grocery Products
  • Cookies/Crackers/Biscuits
  • Snack Foods
  • Specialty/ Gourmet Items
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Private Label
  • Foodservice/Ingredient Product

Products must be at least 50% U.S. agricultural origin by weight, excluding added water and packaging.

If you have any questions, please contact Jeanette Benson at the California Centers for International Trade Development at (209) 384-5892 or via email at merced [at] citd [dot] com.

 

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