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Ohio is one of 12 midwestern states that are members of the Food Export Association of the Midwest USA (formerly MIATCO).  MIATCO is a private, non-profit association that offers a variety of programs and services to help exporters of midwestern food and agricultural products begin or expand their international sales.

Branded Program This cost-share funding program provides financial assistance to help midwestern food and agricultural exporters promote their products in international markets. Participants in this program receive 50 percent cost reimbursement for a variety of overseas marketing and promotional expenses.

Food Export Helpline Ever need one-on-one export assistance but didn't know where to turn? This unique service provides midwestern companies with customized, one-on-one assistance on a wide variety of export-related topics. Whether you have a quick question about exporting or need long-term assistance, Food Export's Helpline can be of service! For enrolling in this free service, our counselor can also conduct a top 25 market report for your product!

Export Essentials Online U.S. food companies can now learn the complex steps of exporting and how to integrate all the elements of the export transaction at their own pace. This online education center consists of ten modules that can guide companies to determine their export readiness, research and target their top markets and even create an export marketing strategy.

Market Builder Finding the right market for your product is the key to exporting success! Exporters who are looking to secure their product in an international market, find new distributors or importers, and receive valuable feedback about their product, can now use the assistance of the Market Builder service. this one-of-a-kind service offers packages designed and according to an exporter's needs and wants.
 

Event Calendars

The Division of Markets offers a variety of international opportunities.

Food Export-Midwest sponsors other international marketing activities to help companies begin or expand their international sales, including overseas trade missions and in-store promotions. For a complete listing of these and other upcoming Food Export-Midwest activities, please access their Events Calendar.