• International Marketing Program:

The mission of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development's International Marketing Program is to assist Michigan food and agriculture businesses in developing trade opportunities to effectively export their products and achieve economic growth. The International Marketing Program helps Michigan producers and processors in developing trade opportunities by entering new markets or expanding existing markets to increase international market reach.

Detailed below is a summary list of the programs, services, and resources offered by the International Marketing Program. You will also find many links to great information that will assist you in your export venture. Best wishes for your success, we look forward to working with you!

For assistance or inquiries, please contact Jamie Zmitko-Somers, International Marketing Program Manager, directly at 517-284-5738.

• Summary of International Marketing Program Services Listing of programs and services provided by the International Marketing Program

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• International Marketing Program Contact Form Need to add or update company information for the International Marketing Program exporter directory, request a newsletter subscription, or request export assistance and resources? Please follow this link to contact the International Marketing Program online.

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• Cash Reimbursement for Export Activities Looking for assistance with International Marketing Costs?

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• Export Consulting Services and Assistance Resources Interested in one-on-one assistance with exporting issues?

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• In-Market Consulting Services and Resources Looking for assistance entering into a particular market?

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• Introductions to International Buyers in the USA Looking to meet buyers without traveling out of the country? The International Marketing Program provides access to a variety of domestic exporting events, foreign buyers missions, and associated services.

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• Introductions to International Buyers Abroad Looking to meet buyers while traveling to international markets? The International Marketing Program provides access to foreign trade missions and specialized services for companies participating in non-domestic trade shows.

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• Export Training Resources Interested in a how-to guide and educational tools on the exporting process?

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• Follow MiAgExport on Twitter

• The New Market Developer, Issue 5 September-October 2013 Read the New Market Developer to remain informed on the Michigan agricultural business scene, with an emphasis on export development.

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• The New Market Developer, Issue 4 July-August 2013 

• The New Market Developer, Issue 3 May-June 2013 

• Past Issues

• Search for Information on Michigan Food and Agricultural Exporting Companies

• Export Documentation and Certificates Links and Information

• Michigan Company Success Stories

• Educational Export Videos on YouTube

• Michigan Food Companies Explore Export Opportunities in Brazil

• Agriculturally Speaking for September 28, 2012: Michigan's Food and Agricultural Products Showcased in the World Marketplace

• Michigan Ag Exporter of the Year Award

• Upcoming International Marketing Events: Trade Shows, Buyers' Missions and other export activities

• Foreign Agricultural Service Marketing Events Calendar

• Food Export Association of the Midwest USA Events Calendar for 2013