Trade Missions & Events
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture works to organize Governor lead trade missions for Idaho companies. Governor’s Trade Missions have been instrumental in opening doors to international markets and helping companies gain access to high-level business and government decision makers.
Participating companies receive:
Pre-qualified appointments with key industry and government officials within their sector.
Receptions with important industry and government representatives, including their customers.
Comprehensive logistical arrangements including air travel, hotels, transportation, and daily itinerary.
Detailed mission information including market, cultural, political, economic, and travel information.
The opportunity to recognize key customers through the exclusive Idaho Governor’s Valued Partner Award
Call (208)332-8530 for information about the upcoming Governor's Trade Mission.
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture organizes inbound trade missions for international buying groups to visit Idaho throughout the year.
The buyers are interested in agriculture and food products from from Idaho companies. Participating Idaho companies will have the opportunity to schedule one-on-one meetings as well.
Sample Buying Delegation Meeting Opportunities
Plant tour
Meeting with presentation and samples
An event or venue featuring your product or service
Benefits of Meeting with Buying Delegations
One-on-one time with pre-qualified international buyers
Begin building relationships in new markets without the expense of international travel
Collect opinions on the viability of your product or service in foreign markets directly from buyers
Email us for more information on upcoming inbound trade missions.
Trade missions provide Idaho companies with an unparalleled opportunity to pursue potential business partnerships, make contacts, and open doors in foreign markets. Trade missions are often led by the Governor, however they can also be led by the Lt. Governor, director or other administrator. Trade missions are extremely targeted events that involve precision planning and clear goals. Past trade missions increase sales and find representation for their company in new foreign markets.
Participants in trade missions can typically expect the following services to be provided:
Market briefings on target country
Pre-mission briefing and mission materials
Individualized itineraries for each company targeting both potential customers and key government officials
Transportation, hotels, visa and passport processing, interpreters, and logistics
Governor/Director to participate in key meetings to help remove potential barriers or create sales
Valued Partner Award ceremonies in key cities on mission route to invite potential business contacts, honor current business partners, and create goodwill towards Idaho
Benefits for businesses include:
Direct contact with key potential customers in target country
Potential for greatly shortening the sales cycle
Media exposure for your company in target country and the US
Ability to address potential trade barriers with key government officials that would be difficult to access under normal circumstances
Enhance familiarity with the target country’s market, business practices, and culture
Potential for finding distribution, representation, investors, or logistical help
Companies of any size and industry are welcome to participate in trade missions; however, space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. To be notified about future trade missions, please contact our International Trade team