USDA Trade Mission to Canada

SUSTA is partnering with the U.S. Department of Agriculture on a trade mission to Montréal and Toronto in September 2019. Participants will engage in personalized business-to-business meetings arranged by local staff from USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service. U.S. government and industry trade experts will guide you through in-depth briefings and site visits where you will gain an understanding of the intricacies of the Canadian market.

Canada is the top destination for U.S. exports of high-value agricultural products, with a total of $16.2 billion exported to Canada. Some of the top export categories include: fresh and processed fruits and vegetables, meats, prepared food, snack food, and pet food. Overall, at $20.2 billion, Canada is the second largest export market for U.S. agricultural products. Consumer-oriented agricultural goods account for nearly 80 percent of U.S. exports to Canada, followed by intermediate goods and bulk commodities.

*SUSTA has five spots available for this trade mission. Participation is contingent upon USDA review.

Participation Fee: $400*

Fee Includes:

• Reimbursement of airfare OR lodging within the Federal per diem rate for one company representative with submittal of required supporting documentation
• One-on-one meetings with qualified buyers
• Market briefing by local USDA, Foreign Agricultural Service
• Retail tour

Complete the following:

Step 1: Complete the registration on SUSTA's website and pay $400 participation fee
Step 2: We will follow up with you to complete the USDA registration form
Step 3: You will be notified if USDA approves your company for the event (If not approved by USDA, a refund will be given)

Registration Deadline: June 5, 2019 (no refunds if cancellation after May 20, 2019)

*Companies that participate in the trade mission to Canada can apply for SUSTA's 50% CostShare program to request 50% reimbursement of participation fee and other expenses. Please contact CostShare@susta.org for more information.

*Itinerary details to follow once provided by USDA