Attending
The American Food Fair appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom.
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American Food Fair 2007 Statistics
Opportunities for Foreign Buyers
NASDA works closely with USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) to promote the Showcase. NASDA works with FAS personnel in Agricultural Trade Offices, Embassies, and Consulates overseas to bring buyer delegations to the event. Identified by local FAS staff, these delegations are composed of buyers interested in purchasing U.S. food and beverage products.
Online Event Brochures
Click below to view the 2008 NRA Show brochure which presents all international attendee opportunities. This brochure profiles the NRA Show 2008 and its special events in multiple languages including English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish and Chinese:
1. 2008 English Version Attendee Brochure
Visit the Leading Industry Event
Attend the Western Hemisphere's largest foodservice and hospitality event. No matter what type of operation you run, NRA Show 2008 has what you need. Major areas of focus include food, beverage, equipment, smallwares, apparel, tabletop, furnishings, design, technology, and services.
Take Home Solutions
Learn from internationally recognized industry leaders and take home ideas that you can put into action. More than 2,000 exhibiting companies from 100+ countries will demonstrate the latest products and technologies. Additionally, 60+ free education sessions will deliver solutions you can immediately put to work.
Discover New Opportunities
Attending NRA Show 2008 will provide the answers you are looking for, whether your challenges are in sales, sourcing, operations, service or menu-concept development. The NRA Show is the global marketplace that brings together the entire foodservice and hospitality industries.
Here are the latest trends that were showcased in 2007.
• American Food Fair -- See the best foods the U.S. has to offer.
• International Cuisine Pavilion -- Stir your creativity with authentic multi-ethnic food and beverage products
• Kitchen Innovations -- See cutting-edge kitchen equipment in action.
• Franchise Pavilion -- Inspire your entrepreneurial spirit.
• EDGE -- Add new visual and functional excitement to your operations.
• Ask the Design Experts -- Get design advice from top restaurant-design experts.
• Natural & Organic Pavilion -- Profit from growing consumer demand for natural and certified organic products.
• Minority Business Exchange -- Partner with minority businesses.
• Frozen Food Pavilion -- Learn more about advances in frozen foods.
• Ice Carving -- Watch the world's finest ice-carving professionals battle saw-to-saw.
NRA Show Connect
Customize NRA Show 2007 to cater to your specific needs! Introducing NRA Show Connect, the intelligent agent that finds the knowledge, people, and products you need at this year's Show. NRA Show Connect does the work for you, creating your perfect show experience with the right people, products, and knowledge you need. It's free and activates when you register for the Show. NRA Show Connect starts by creating your "You-Based Event Report." Just tell NRA Show Connect your goals and needs, and watch while it creates your ideal Show experience.
PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
SATURDAY, May 17, 2008
9:30am - 5:00pm Exhibit Floor Open
SUNDAY, May 18, 2008
9:30am - 5:00pm Exhibit Floor Open
MONDAY, May 19, 2008
9:30am - 5:00pm Exhibit Floor Open
TUESDAY, May 20, 2008
9:30am - 5:00pm Exhibit Floor Open
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