The Maryland Department of Agriculture can help take your business to the world and grow in ways it never could domestically.

•         Provide insight and research into foreign markets.
•         Organize trade missions that connect you with partners worldwide.
•         Assist in dealing with the technical issues in exporting through access to experts in overseas shipping.
•         Assistance in navigating the usual difficulties of global trade, such as language, business practices, transfer of funds and insurance, adherence to various import restrictions and labeling requirements.

 

SUSTA

The Southern US Trade Association

• Global events – Opportunities for US food producers to participate in trade missions and trade shows at discounted prices. 
• 50% Costshare – Through 50% CostShare, you can apply for 50% reimbursement of eligible international marketing expenses, such as advertising in a foreign country or sampling your products in a foreign retailer.

Register Today!

 

USLGE

US Livestock Genetics Export

• Global events – Opportunities for US livestock genetics producers to participate in trade missions and trade shows at discounted prices. 
• 50% Costshare – Through 50% CostShare, you can apply for 50% reimbursement of eligible international marketing expenses, such as advertising in a foreign country, development, or translations.

 

Register Today!

 

Federal Partnerships

• Identifying and evaluating export opportunities around the world
• Developing trade leads and strategies in existing and new markets
• Making introductions to overseas buyers, importers, and distributors
• Organizing trade missions and shows abroad to promote Maryland products
• Providing access to research and programs that foster exports
• Conducting outreach meetings, training seminars, and informational workshops
• Furnishing technical export assistance

 

For assistance in International Marketing 

Contact Stone Slade   

stone.slade@maryland.gov