BioFach America 2008
Posted - August 29, 2008
BioFach America Comes to Boston
From October 16-18, BioFach America invites representatives from the international organic market to its new location
Ethnic Exhibitions Join All Things Organic
Posted - August 15, 2008
All Things Organic co-locates with Expo Comida Latina and All Asia Food
The Organic Trade Association (OTA), in partnership with Diversified Business Communications, has announced it will co-locate its 2009 All Things Organic Conference and Trade Show with two of Diversified’s Cultural Food brand events: Expo Comida Latina and All Asia Food.
The newly-combined events will take place June 16-18, 2009, at McCormick Place in Chicago.
“This is an exciting time to be involved in the organic and ethnic and specialty product sectors, particularly as organic and ethnic foods are the two fastest-growing segments of retail food sales,” said David Gagnon, OTA’s Interim Executive Director. “These co-located events will offer national and regional forward-thinking retailers, foodservice professionals and manufacturers access to valuable educational opportunities and sourcing options.”
According to the Organic Trade Association’s 2007 Manufacturer Survey, organic food and beverage sales represented approximately 2.8 percent of overall U.S. food and beverage sales in 2006, growing 20.9 percent in that year alone. Overall U.S. organic product sales, including both food and non-food products, are estimated to have reached $21.2 billion in 2007, and are projected to surpass $25 billion in 2008.
With more than 70 percent of U.S. households buying authentic ethnic food and beverage products today, the demand for Hispanic and Asian foods is greater than ever. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Hispanic and Asian Americans will make up 33% of the U.S. population by the year 2050. Packaged Facts, meanwhile, has projected Hispanic and Asian markets to top $7 billion and $4 billion, respectively, in sales by 2009.
The co-location of the three shows will bring certified organic and ethnic food and beverage markets together in one focused event to deliver the latest trends and showcase new and innovative products. All Things Organic will mark its 9th year in 2009. It is the definitive annual meeting place of the North American organic industry, with an extensive conference program and a focused trade show floor open only to certified organic products and products approved for use in organic processing.
Expo Comida Latina and All Asia Food are the leading Hispanic and Asian food shows in North America. The launch of the 2009 event in Chicago will be in addition to an event Oct. 13-14, 2008, in Los Angeles. These events offer food and beverage buyers an opportunity for face-to-face meetings, networking, education, and a resource for authentic products and ingredients from exhibitors around the world, including pavilions and representation from the United States, Canada, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.
“Chicago looks forward to hosting this new co-location,” said Tim Roby, Chicago Convention & Tourism Bureau (CCTB) President and CEO. “We fully expect the CCTB’s unique marketing programs, coupled with our premier meeting destination, will meet all expectations for a successful event.”
From http://www.organicnewsroom.com/2008/08/all_things_organictm_to_coloca.html
