Trade Events

SELECTED UPCOMING FOOD TRADE SHOWS
of interest to Canadian Agri-Food, Fish and Seafood Sectors

January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006

Attending trade shows is an essential element of a company's strategic export marketing plan. It provides a highly efficient way of meeting potential customers, seeing competitors' products and generally finding out what is happening in the industry as well as introducing new products to a market. There are over 800 food shows held every year in more than 70 countries so selecting the right venue for your product could be challenging. To assist you in selecting the most appropriate trade shows for your company, the New Brunswick office of the Agri-Food Trade Service (ATS) has compiled the following list of upcoming food trade shows. These shows have been chosen based on their relevance to the agri-food, fish and seafood sectors because of their location, the market they serve or the products they promote. Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information provided, companies should verify with the show organizers to confirm the information before making any commitment. If you would like additional information on any of the shows listed below or assistance in selecting the most appropriate shows for your company, please do not hesitate to contact us by phone at: (506) 452-3706, by fax at (506) 452-3509 or by E-mail at misbnb@agr.gc.ca.

Table of Contents

Africa and the Middle East

Asia

Canada

Europe

Latin America and the Caribbean

United States

Internet sites of interest

Africa and Middle East

Gulfood 2006
Dubai, United Arab Emirates - February 19 - 22, 2006

Gulfood is an annual event and has achieved the status of being the largest and most attended even in the Middle East. The 2005 show featured over 2,000 companies participating from 53 countries and over 29,000 visitors to the show which included importers, distributors, retailers, the hotel and restaurant industry, manufacturers and government institutions. For further information, please visit the Web site: www.gulfood.com, or contact Ms. Maria De Palo, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, at Tel.: (613) 759-7331, Fax: (613) 694-2449, or E-mail: depalom@agr.gc.ca.

HOSPEX 2006
Damascus, Syria - April 9-12, 2006

HOSPEX is the 3rd International Exhibition for Hospitality and Hotel Equipment, It will be held between the 9th & 12th of April 2006. I t is considered a very significant step in supporting and promoting the tourism industry in Syria and the Middle East Hence, it offers the most advanced and specialized equipment besides all requirements for hospitality, hotels, restaurants, catering and food sectors. For more information, please visit the Web site: www.hospex-sy.com/pages/eng-index.htm, or contact Echo Group, Damascus, Syria, P.O. Box 13244, Tel.: (011) 963 11 3341544 - 3349433, Fax: (011) 963 11 3349433, E-mail: hospex@hospex-sy.com.

Diyafa 2006
Qatar - June 12-15, 2006

In 2005, Qatar witnessed for the first time, a hospitality exhibition that coincided with the country's construction and tourist rise. The second edition of Diyafa in 2006 is expected to attract more international exhibitors from many international countries as multi-billion USD opportunities are waiting to be grasped, and will provide a unique opportunity for hospitality suppliers to meet prominent Gulf businessmen and decision makers from the Gulf and the Middle East. For more information visit the Web site at www.ifpqatar.com/show_overview_qatar.asp?id=29 or E-mail: info@fairtrade-messe.de or contact Rania Touma - Project Manager, E-mail: rtouma@ifpqatar.com.

Asia

Food Ingredients (Fi) Asia-China 2006
Pudong Shanghai, China - February 15-17, 2006

In 2005, over 450 exhibitors as well as 14,232 visitors attended this event. Chinese New Year starts with the first and most complete food ingredients show for China: Food ingredients Asia-China 2006. During three days you will find Chinese and international ingredient suppliers showcasing a wide range of food ingredients, from nutrition to dairy products and from confectionery products to functional food and much more. If you want to increase your food business in China let Fi Asia-China be your key to the Chinese market. For more information contact Expoconsult B.V. trading at CMP Information, PO Box 200, 3600 AE Maarssen, The Netherlands, Tel.: (011) 31 346 559444, Fax: (011) 31 346 573811, E-mail: Rberculo@cmpinformation.com, or visit the Web site at: fi-events.com.

Food Ingredients China 2006 (FIC 2006)
Shanghai, China - March 1-3, 2006

FIC is the most efficient way to make contact with existing customers, launch new products, meet new buyers, evaluate trends and discover what's new in food ingredients production and application technology. Thousands of buyers from all over the world are expected to come to FIC because they know that it's the single most cost and time-effective way to source and compare food ingredients products. With nearly 800 exhibitors in more than 1,400 booths, FIC is an annual must for food ingredients and additives professionals around the globe. For more information contact Zhang Yuechen or Chen Yanyan at China Food Additive Association (CGAA), 7-1-601, Ocean Prospect, No. 15, Deshengmen West St., Beijing 100088, China, Tel.: (011) 86-10-8229 0623 or (011) 8229 0624, Fax: (011) 86-10-8229 0625, E-mail cfaa@a-1.net.cn, or visit the Web site: chinafoodadditives.com/d_e.htm.

FoodEx Japan 2006
Tokyo, Japan - March 14-17, 2006

The 30th International Food and Beverage Exhibition is Asia Pacific Rim's largest and most significant food and beverage trade show, held at Nippon Convention Center (Makuhari Messe) in Tokyo. Foodex has steadily established new records in its development year by year attracting over 2,200 exhibitors from 70 countries and regions (including Japan) demonstrating their products and services to over 90,000 industrial professionals from throughout Asia. To exhibit in the Canadian pavilion please contact Amit Dutt, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (613) 759-7523,

Fax: (613) 759-7506, or E-mail: dutta@agr.gc.ca.

Food and Hotel Korea 2006
Korea - March 21-23, 2006

As the third largest market for imported consumer foods in the Asia-Pacific region, Korea depends on imported products for almost three-quarters of its food and beverages. Food and Hotel Korea 2006 will showcase everything from food and beverages to supplies and services. For further information please contact: Jake Thomas, International Market Development, Officer, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (613) 759-7535, Fax: (613) 759-7506, or E-mail: thomasj@agr.gc.ca.

International Food Ingredients and Additives (IFIA) 2006
Tokyo, Japan - May 30-June 1, 2006

Come celebrate 11 years of Asia's largest food ingredients and additives event, ifia JAPAN. Each year, ifia JAPAN increases in size and the number of buyers making our 11th event will be the largest yet. More than 30,000 buyers from throughout all of Asia were in attendance at the last event, making it the largest event dedicated solely to the food additives and ingredients and industries. Japan is one of the three largest markets in the world for food ingredients and additives, making this a must-attend event for manufacturers, supplies and distributors who are serious about meeting new buyers and penetrating new markets. For more information please contact Amit Dutt, International Market Development Officer, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Ottawa, Ontario, Tel.: (613) 759-7523, Fax: (613) 759-7506, E-mail: dutta@agr.gc.ca or visit Web site: ejkrause.com/ifiajapan/.

Food and Hotel Asia 2006
Singapore - April 25-28, 2006

The 15th Asian international exhibition of food and drinks, hotel, restaurant, bakery and food service equipment, supplies and services exhibition and conference, with the FHA culinary challenge. Known as Asia's most international food and hospitality event, FHA drew little surprises when it broke all records at its last showing. Attracting the largest exhibitor and visitor attendance since its debut in 1978, the event welcomed 2,714 exhibiting companies and over 37,000 international visitors. For more information visit the Web site at www.foodnhotelasia.com. To exhibit in the Canadian pavilion please contact Stéphanie Parisien at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (613) 759-7896, Fax: (613) 759-7506, or by E-mail: parisienst@agr.gc.ca.

SIAL China
Shanghai - May 29-31, 2006

With every year, SIAL China is increasingly consolidating its position as the leading trade show for professionals of the food and beverage industry in China. Exhibiting at SIAL China is the best way of advertising your products in China and Asia and of positioning them on the various import and distribution circuits: supermarkets-hypermarket, wholesale, retail, hotels and restaurants, etc. For more information: Tel.: (011) 33 1 49 68 51 86, Fax: (011) 33 1 49 68 54 11, or visit the Web site at www.sialchina.com.

China Seafood Exposition
Shanghai, China - June 2006

The China Seafood Exposition brings the top seafood buyers together with seafood companies from around the globe to take advantage of this rapidly growing economy. For more information contact Ms. Pauline Chee, 8C Trengganu Street, Singapore 058462, Tel.: (011) 656 372 1379, Fax: (011) 656 222 7526, E-mail: pcdivcom@singnet.com.sg or visit the Web site at www.chinaseafoodshow.com.

New-Zealand National Agricultural Fieldays 2006
New-Zealand - June 14-17, 2006

Showcasing the latest in agricultural products and services, the Fieldays attracts 1000 exhibitors and over 115,000 visitors through its gates. It is New Zealand's premier agribusiness event bringing buyer and seller together to create an agricultural hypermarket. New releases, information, machinery demonstrations, technology, and innovation - it's all at Fieldays. For more information contact New Zealand National Fieldays Society, Private Bag 3015, Hamilton, New Zealand, E-mail: fieldays@fieldays.co.nz, Tel.: (011) 64-7-843-4499, Fax: (011) 64-7-843-8572 or visit the Web site at www.fieldays.co.nz.

2006 Taipei International Food Show
Taipei, Taiwan - June 21-26, 2006

Over the past few years, the show has become increasingly consumer focussed. It represents not only an excellent opportunity to reach potential importers and distributors but also to increase consumer profile for Canadian products. For more information visit the Web site at www.taipeitradeshows.com.tw. To exhibit in the Canadian pavilion please contact John Smiley at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (613) 759-7632, Fax: (613) 759-7506, or by E-mail: smileyj@agr.gc.ca.

FOOD EXPO
Hong Kong - August 17-21, 2006

Trade representatives in Hong Kong and South China are invited to visit the show and it is also opened to the general public as a fun filled food fair. Visitors can enjoy product sampling and purchase new and innovative products. This is a perfect venue to showcase new products to consumers and to prove the products' marketability to trade representatives. For more information visit the Web site at www.hkfoodexpo.com. To exhibit in the Canadian pavilion please contact John Smiley at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (613) 759-7632, Fax: (613) 759-7506, or by E-mail: smileyj@agr.gc.ca.

Fine Food Australia 2006
Melbourne, Australia - September 11-14, 2006

Over 750 exhibitors are expected at Fine Food Australia. As Australia's largest exhibition for the food and beverage industry, Fine Food Australia is an international event showcasing the latest innovations in food, drink and equipment. Companies interested in increasing sales in the foodservice or hospitality markets will have a chance to reach thousands of real buyers face to face. In addition, Hotel Australia, the motel, hotel and restaurant equipment exhibition, runs along side Fine Food as does Fine Wine and Spirits, making Fine Food one of the country's best meeting places to find new products. For more information visit the Web site: www.foodaustralia.com.au/food/index.asp, or contact Sarah Powles, Trade Commissioner, Canadian High Commission in Australia, Tel.: (011-61-2) 6270-4000, by E-mail: sarah.powles@international.gc.ca.

BioFach Japan
Tokyo, Japan - September 21-23, 2006

The organic market in Japan is the third largest in the world and expected to grow rapidly over the next several years. Exhibiting at BioFach Japan 2006 offers an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to this market, meet face-to-face with prospective buyers and gain exposure for your products. For more information please contact Amit Dutt, International Market Development Officer, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Ottawa, Ontario, Tel.: (613) 759-7523,

Fax: (613) 759-7506, E-mail: dutta@agr.gc.ca, or visit Web site: www.nuernbergglobalfairs.com.

Food Ingredients (Fi) Asia 2006
Bankok, Thailand - September 13-15, 2006

If you want to put your food ingredients on the menu throughout South East Asia, Fi Asia 2006 is the place to be. Returning to the popular and accessible location of Bangkok in 2006, this successful annual event attracts food professionals from the entire South East Asian region. Some visit year after year, while others are first-time attendees keen to feed the growing appetites of their consumers for Western-style ingredients. With the upturn in the Thai economy and the huge growth in the Asian food manufacturing sector, more visitors and exhibitors are expected in 2006 than ever before. For more information contact CMP Information, CMP Thailand, Tel.: (011) 66 2 6426911-8, Ext. 111, Fax: (011) 66 2 6426919-20, E-mail: Sinenart@cmpthailand.com.

Health Ingredients Japan 2006
Tokyo, Japan - October 4-6, 2006

Co-located with Safety and Technology Japan 2006, this show will bring together leading Japanese and international health ingredient manufacturers and traders. With more than 480 exhibiting companies from more than 20 countries and regions worldwide, Health Ingredients Japan 2006 offers a good opportunity to make valuable contacts in the Japanese and international health product markets. For more information, please contact Amit Dutt, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Ottawa, Tel.: (613) 759-7523, E-mail: dutta@agr.gc.ca, or visit the Web site: www.hijapan.info/en/index.html.

China Fisheries and Seafood Expo 2006
Quingdao, China -November 2006

Now in its tenth year, China Fisheries and Seafood Expo is a highly successful, established international exposition. Year after year, thousands of pre-qualified buyers and decision-makers visit the show ready to do business. No other show of its type in Asia comes close to matching the size or success of China Fisheries and Seafood Expo. More than 80 percent of exhibitors return year after year because they know it is best place to showcase their products and services to the most dynamic, promising market in the world. For more information contact Sea Fare Expositions, Inc. Overseas Co-Organizers, 1111 NW 45th Street, Suite B Seattle, WA USA, 98107, Tel.: (206) 789-5741 ext. 334, Fax: (206) 789-0504 or by E-mail at seafoodchina@seafare.com.

Food Hotel China 2006
Shanghai, China - November 30 - December 2, 2006

FHC is one of the most definitive food and hospitality industry events in China attracting companies from around the world in the food, drink and hospitality industries. FHC 2006 will feature four co-located shows: FHC Food and Drink, FHC Retail and Hospitality Equipment, FHC China Export, and FHC Special Showcases. For more information, please contact Blair Gowan, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, at Tel.: (613) 759-7524 E-mail: gowanb@agr.gc.ca, or visit the Web site: www.fhcchina.com.

Canada

The Canadian International Food and Beverage Show
Toronto, Ontario - February 19-21, 2006

Organized by Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association (CRFA), the Canadian International Food and Beverage Show is Canada's largest annual showcase for suppliers of food and beverage products to the food service and hospitality industry. Thousands of industry buyers return to the food and beverage show each year to sample the finest foods from around the world as well as the best of Canada's home-grown fare. For more information please contact: Canadian Restaurant and Foodservice Association, 316 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Ontario M5S 1W5, Tel.: (416) 923-8416 or 1-800-387-5649, Fax: (416) 923-1450, E-mail: info@crfa.ca or visit the Web site at: www.fbshow.com.

The Foodservice Expo
Vancouver, B.C. - March 6-7, 2006

The Foodservice Expo is Western Canada's largest hospitality trade show and offers participants an excellent opportunity to make new sales contacts, introduce new products and expand existing accounts. If your trade is in the food and beverage sector, equipment, technology or service related to the foodservice industry, the Foodservice Expo will bring qualified industry buyers to you. Contact Simon Roberts, Canadian Restaurant and Foodservice Association at E-mail: sroberts@crfa.ca, or Tel.: (604) 685-9655.

The Toronto Wine and Cheese Show
Toronto, Ontario - March 24-26, 2006

The Toronto Wine and Cheese Show is known worldwide for its informative and refined selection of gourmet food and award-winning wines. It also features cuisine from renowned restaurants, exciting seminars, beers, single malt whiskies, forthcoming vintages and industry-regarded wine and beer competitions. It is a show that has a consistent loyal following, whose fan base grows every year. This year's event will be held at the International Center. For more information please contact Premier Publications and Shows by telephone toll free: 1-800-265-3673, Fax: 905-337-5570 or visit their Web site at www.towineandcheese.com.

Grocery Showcase West 2006
Vancouver, British Columbia - April 9-10, 2006

The vital meeting place for the food industries from coast-to-coast, the exposition and conference brings together more than 300 exhibits showcasing the latest grocery products and services to over 3,000 decision-makers from the Western retail grocery market. Participating in GSW 2006 is the best way to prepare, anticipate and imagine the grocery market of the future. For further information, please contact Kimberley Leach of the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers at Tel.: 1-800-661-2344 (ext. 224), Web site: www.cfig.ca, or E-mail: info@cfig.ca.

Apex 2006
Halifax, Nova Scotia - April 9-11, 2006

ApEx is Atlantic Canada's largest hospitality trade show, attracting leading suppliers and foodservice professionals from throughout the region. A complete range of food and beverage products and services are on display, including the latest in equipment, technology and furnishings for the foodservice industry. Industry-specific seminars provide attendees with expert insights on issues such as strategic marketing, foodservice trends and restaurant design. For more information you can visit www.crfa.ca or E-mail: escanlan@crfa.ca.

HostEx 2006
Toronto, Ontario - October 15-17, 2006

HostEx 2006 is an extraordinary opportunity to reach Canada's massive $42-billion foodservice industry. The show's size and national perspective make it an ideal environment to meet key decision-makers from full-service establishments to quick-service restaurants, and chief executive officers to hoteliers. For more information you can visit www.crfa.ca or E-mail: info@crfa.ca.

Grocery Innovations Canada
Toronto, Ontario - October 23 -24, 2006

The 7th edition of Grocery Innovations Canada 2006 (GIC) is recognized as a critical business booster for the grocery industry. With over 500 exhibits comprised of grocery products from national brand, imported and Canadian food processors as well as the newest store equipment and services, GIC is a microcosm of supermarket trends. The event is considered a must-attend by key industry players and attracts more than 6,000 industry attendees. GIC 2006 is produced in partnership by Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers (CFIG); with the Food and Consumer Products of Canada (FCPC); the Canadian Association of Sales and Marketing Agencies (CASMA), and GS1 Canada with support from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Canadian Grocer and Canadian Professional Sales Association. The organizations represent the strength, innovations and leadership behind Canada's $70.1 billion grocery industry. For further information, please contact Kimberley Leach of the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers at Tel.: 1-800-387-0175 ext. 224, the Web site www.cfig.ca, or E-mail: info@cfig.ca .

Europe

Fruit Logistica 2006
Berlin, Germany - February 2-4, 2006

Fruit Logistica is the world's leading trade fair for the fresh produce industry. It provides companies a platform to present their range of services from growing to selling, packaging to transportation. One of the main attractions of Fruit Logistica is that it is a compact, highly effective show focusing on specific target groups. For further information contact Gérald Lamusse, Project Management, Tel.: (011) 49 (0)30 3038-2192, Fax:  (011) 49 (0)30 3038-2020, E-mail: lamusse@messe-berlin.de, or visit the Web site at www.fruitlogistica.com.

2006 Mediterranean Seafood Exposition (MSE)
Rimini, Italy - February 4-7, 2006

MSE is where buyers and sellers of seafood and major food service buyers can meet face-to-face to discuss relate and do business. Every category of seafood and equipment relating to the preparing, packaging and delivering of seafood will be featured at ASE. So whether you are in the market for seafood or seafood processing equipment or services, you will want to be at this event. For more information visit the Web site at www.italyseafood.com.

Prodexpo 2006 - The 13th International Fair of Foodstuffs and Food Raw
Moscow, Russia - February 13-17, 2006

Prodexpo is one of the largest food shows which is held annually and is exclusively for trade professionals. Prodexpo is the most important trade fair for the food sector within Russia.  The show is visited by a large number of professionals and importers from other post Soviet Republics (Belarus, Ukraine, Armenia, Kazakhstan, etc.), and from regions of Russia who are increasingly economically active (Volga, St.Petersburg, Siberia, etc.). For further information please visit the Web site www-eng.expocentr.ru/Site/95/, or contact Marina Fomitcheva, Trade Commissioner, Russia, at Tel.: (011-7-095) 105-6063; Fax: (011-7-095) 105-6051; or E-mail: marina.fomitcheva@international.gc.ca.

BioFach 2006 - World Organic Trade Fair
Nuremberg, Germany - February 16-19, 2006

This world-leading organic fair is anticipating bringing together over 2000 exhibitors and 30,000 visitors from all over the world. With over 130 forums, seminars and presentations, BioFach provides participants key organic market information, from prospects for organic supermarkets, marketing strategies and certification guidelines to finance tips and the latest trends. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and the Canadian Consulate in Dusseldorf are putting together a Canadian pavilion, giving Canadian companies the opportunity to participate on a cost-share basis. For further information please visit the Web site www.biofach.de/main/page.html. To exhibit in the Canadian pavilion please contact Sylvain Wilson at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (613) 759-7726, Fax: (613) 759-7506, or by E-mail: swilson@agr.gc.ca.

Alimentaria 2006
Barcelona, Spain - March 6-10, 2006

The Alimentaria trade show has become one of the largest and most impressive trade shows for the international food products market. Alimentaria is now the most comprehensive trade show for information, knowledge and promotion in the international food sector, offering an international audience, fostering innovation, opening new avenues for collaboration, reinforcing brand images, and providing a venue for deal-making. For more information visit the Web site at alimentaria.com. To exhibit in the Canadian pavilion please contact: Sylvain Wilson at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (613) 759-7726, Fax: (613) 759-7506, or by E-mail: swilson@agr.gc.ca.

iceXpo 2006
Kópavogur, Iceland - March 30-April 2, 2006

Food and Hospitality 2006 will be the eighth exhibition in its series to be held in the Smárinn Halls in Kópavogur, Iceland. This biennial exhibition began in 1992, and the exhibition held in 2004 broke all previous records with over 28,000 people visiting the exhibition, 150 companies were stand holders with a total of 300 companies as co-exhibitors. The Food and Hospitality Exhibition as one of the largest and most visited exhibition in Iceland and will be significantly more international than before; not least because the Nordic Chef of the Year Competition will be held there, as well as the Nordic student competition in the culinary arts and hospitality. For more information please visit the Web site: php.internet.is/icexpo/matur2006/english/index.php.

Natural Products Europe (NPE
London, England - April 9-10, 2006

Once again, two major exhibitions, natural products Europe and organic products Europe, will again share the Grand Hall at Olympia to create the UK's largest trade event for the natural and organic products industry. Now in its ninth successful year, the event will be packed with hundreds of manufacturers, producers and distributors showing the latest products. The two shows are a perfect combination, attracting thousands of buyers from each of the two market sectors as well as the many visitors who purchase both natural and organic products. For further information contact Chris Down by E-mail at cdown@naturalproducts.co.uk or visit the Web site, www.naturalproducts.co.uk.

European Seafood Exposition
Brussels, Belgium - May 9-11, 2006

European Seafood Exposition (ESE) offers the single place to meet the entire seafood industry with all the top-level decision-makers in purchasing, supplying, processing, distributing, and import- exporting. ESE opens a world of business, with chances to transact, negotiate and connect with clients both new and old. Attending ESE means investing in the most productive and profitable three days of your entire business year. For more information please visit the Web site at: www.euroseafood.com. To exhibit in the Canadian pavilion please contact Sylvain Wilson at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (613) 759-7726, Fax: (613) 759-7506, or by E-mail: swilson@agr.gc.ca.

PLMA's "World of Private Label" International Trade Show
Amsterdam, The Netherlands - May 30-31, 2006

PLMA's 2006 will present more than 2,600 exhibit stands including more than 30 national and regional pavilions. Products on display will include fresh, frozen and refrigerated foods, dry grocery, and beverages as well as non-food categories, including cosmetics, health and beauty, household and kitchen, auto aftercare, garden, and house wares. PLMA's 2006 will attract thousands of buyers, representing the world's supermarkets, hypermarkets, discounters, department stores, drugstores, wholesalers, importers and exporters. For more information please contact: Private Label Manufacturers Association, International Council, World Trade Center, Strawinskylaan 671, 1077 XX Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Tel.: (011-31) 20 5753032, Fax: (011-31) 20 5753093, E-mail: indo@plma.nl, or visit the Web site at www.plma.com.

ABIC 2006
Melbourne, Australia - August 6-9, 2006

This Agricultural Biotechnology International Conference (ABIC) will highlight the convergence of agricultural biotechnology with life sciences, bioinformatics, health care and nutrition. It will showcase the industries growing strengths and exciting new directions in bioproducts, as well as present insights on the importance of global stewardship and benefit-sharing. For more information on this conference and showcase visit the Web site at www.abic.net.

Riga Food Show
Riga, Latvia - September 6 - 9, 2006

The Canadian Embassy in Riga will be hosting a booth at this year's Riga Food show this coming September. Riga Food 2006 is an ideal opportunity for companies interested in expanding their business to make contacts in Central Europe, the Baltics and the Nordics. The Canadian Embassy is aware that not all agri-food companies may be able to participate fully in such an event, however the Embassy in Riga would be happy to display sample products or literature from companies seriously interested in these markets. If interested please contact Ms. Irena Cirpuse, Trade Commissioner, Canadian Embassy, Baszicas iola 20/22, 6th Floor, Riga 1010, Latvia, Tel.: (011-371) 781-3954, Fax: (011-371) 781-3960, E-mail: irena.cirpuse@international.gc.ca, or visit the Web site: www.bt1.lv/bt1/rigafood/?link=10000000.

The Restaurant Show
London, England - September 18-20, 2006

The Restaurant Show will combine over 400 exhibitors displaying everything from fine foods and wines to equipment, tableware, technology and other specialist services, together with a packed programme of FREE visitor features including culinary skills, matching wine with food tastings and workshops. The only event crafted purely for the restaurant industry, attracting an audience of over 13,000 proprietors, chefs and restaurant managers. For more information, please contact Dianne Guindon, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, at Tel.: (613) 759-7513, Fax: (613) 759-7506, E-mail: guindondi@agr.gc.ca, or visit the Web site: www.therestaurantshow.co.uk.

World Food Moscow 2006
Moscow, Russia - September 18-22, 2006

Being held annually since 1992, the largest international autumn food show with its grown-up reputation and traditions is used by most domestic and foreign manufacturers and distributors as a tool for introducing their brands to the Russian market. This event has become a usual meeting place for food industrialists and professionals. For more information visit the Web site at: www.worldfood-moscow.com, or contact Marina Fomitcheva, Trade Commissioner, Russia, at Tel.: (011-7-095) 105-6063; Fax: (011-7-095) 105-6051; or E-mail: marina.fomitcheva@international.gc.ca.

Russian Agricultural Exhibition "Golden Autumn"
Moscow, Russia - September 2006

This show is attractive for foreign companies-producers interested in maximum promotion of their products within the Russian market. For more information about this exhibition contact: Sohrab Oshidar at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (613) 759-7693, or by Fax: (613) 759-7506, or E-mail: oshidars@agr.gc.ca.

CONXEMAR 2006
Vigo, Spain - October 3-5, 2006

As it is commonly known, CONXEMAR is also the Spanish Association of Wholesalers, Importers, Manufacturers and Exporters of Fish Products and Fish Farming and it is considered an essential contact for those who are interested in joining the Spanish frozen products. This is considered to be among the most important exhibitions in the world in the frozen products sector. The show has gradually adapted itself in order to be able to offer exhibitors and visitors unique conditions for establishing trade contacts for the European market. For more information visit the Web site at www.conxemar.com/english/default.asp. To exhibit in the Canadian pavilion please contact: Dianne Guindon at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (613) 759-7513, Fax: (613) 759-7506, or by E-mail: guindond@agr.gc.ca.

AGROPRODMASH 2006
Moscow, Russia - October 9-13, 2006

Agroprodmash continues to grow and attract Russian and foreign companies. For over 10 years this event has contributed to the arrangement of favourable conditions for enterprises in the agroindustrial complex, food industry, and advanced technologies and high-quality efficient machinery trade. Participation by companies from countries with developed agriculture and food industries opens up new opportunities for saturation of the domestic Russian market with the latest equipment and wasteless processing lines, for attraction of large investments into the processing industry and trade, and for mutually beneficial cooperation. For more information please visit the Web site www-eng.expocentr.ru/site/214/, or contact Marina Fomitcheva, Trade Commissioner, Russia, at Tel.: (011-7-095) 105-6063; Fax: (011-7-095) 105-6051; or E-mail: marina.fomitcheva@international.gc.ca.

SIAL Paris
Paris, France - October 22-26, 2006

Every two years, SIAL showcases the entire global food offering, promoting the energy and vitality of the food industry in France and internationally, in an environment that is both friendly and conducive to doing business. SIAL is a unique chance to meet more than 135,000 decision-makers from all over the world whose main reason for coming is to source new suppliers and products. With its finger on the pulse of consumer trends worldwide, SIAL is attuned to the major challenges facing the market, with special areas like the Nutrition Village, for example, providing an incomparable springboard for your innovative new products. Whatever your activity, regardless of who your customers are, where you come from and the size of your company, your place is at SIAL. Read on to find out about the many opportunities it offers you to give your business a boost. Visit the SIAL Web site at www.sial.fr. To exhibit in the Canadian pavilion please contact Sylvain Wilson at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (613) 759-7726, Fax: (613) 759-7506, or by E-mail: swilson@agr.gc.ca.

Fi "Food Safety and Hygiene" (FSH) 2006
Frankfurt, Germany - November 14-16, 2006

Previous additions have shown that the concept of FSH really fulfils a need of professionals in the food industry. More information on subjects ranging from harmonisation of food standards within the EC, to new techniques for the prevention of contamination during production processes is available right there. For more information contact CMP Information, P.O. Box 200, 3600 AE Maarssen, The Netherlands, Tel.: (011) 31 346 559 444, Fax: (011) 31 346 573 811, E-mail: Meussen@cmpinformation.com , or visit the Web site at www.ifi-online.com/.

Foodapest 2006
Budapest, Hungary - November 23-26, 2006

This is an opportunity to expand your markets, launch new products, meet new buyers and showcase your products to the Central European marketplace. Join the Canadian pavilion in Central and Eastern Europe's leading food industry event. Foodapest is the ideal 3-day forum to meet and establish direct contact with the region's leading buyers and decision makers of the food, drink and food processing industry. For more information contact Nadine Sidarous-Côté, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (613) 759-7721, Fax: (613) 759-1667, or by E-mail: sidarouscote@agr.gc.ca.

Latin America

Expo International Naturista ANIPRON
Mexico City, Mexico - February 10-12, 2006

ANIPRON focuses on the promotion and the consumption of natural products. The expo will include shows, seminars and scientific events. In the past, Anipron has exceeded exhibitor expectations by providing the opportunity for development of commercial and business contacts and allowing direct marketing with retailers and consumers. This is an opportunity for launching a new product in this industry. For more information contact Alejandro Ruiz, Canadian Embassy in Mexico, Téléphone : (011-52-55) 5724-7900, or by E-mail: alejandro.ruiz@international.gc.ca.

EXPO ANTAD 2006
Guadalajara, Mexico - March 29-31, 2006

EXPO ANTAD, which is now celebrating its 23nd anniversary, is a four-day event intended to promote interaction between the main actors in the retail sector, with a view to expanding, consolidating or, in certain cases, initiating commercial relations. Participants will have the opportunity to share their commercial strategies with retail and wholesale chains, and companies who currently supply or wish to begin supplying the commercial sector; particularly in the categories of Edible and Non-edible Groceries, Fresh Produce, Furnishings and Store Supplies,  Commercial Technology, etc. For more information contact Juan-Carlos Munoz, Canadian Consulate in Guadalajara, Tel.: (011-52-33) 3615-6215 759-7743, or E-mail: juan-carlos.munoz@international.gc.ca, or visit the Web site at www.antad.org.mx.

Fispal Alimentos 2006
Anhembi, Brazil - May 7-10, 2006

FISPAL has increasingly directed its expertise on organizing communication between companies from all regions of Brazil and other countries with particular focus on the food service sector but also contemplating the wholesaling and retailing channels. As a result, an area has been created where exhibitors and buyers negotiate their products and services, expand their markets and strengthen their relationships towards the generation of future business and partnerships. For more information visit the Web site at www.fispal.com, or call Ray Darwent, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (780) 495-5528, E-mail: darwentr@agr.gc.ca.

Alimentaria Mexico 2006
Mexico City, Mexico - June 6-8, 2006

Mexico's sixth edition of Alimentaria continues to grow.  Increased attendee and exhibitor participation numbers confirm the importance of exhibiting at Alimentaria Mexico.  Exhibiting at Alimentaria Mexico means access to Latin America's most important purchasers and importers from restaurants, hotels, grocery stores, and other foodservice and retail entities.  No other industry event in Mexico can introduce you to the multitude of decision makers at Alimentaria Mexico.  For more information contact Angel Garcia, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Ottawa, at Tel.:  (613) 759-7738, or E-mail:  garciaat@agr.gc.ca or visit the Web site at www.alimentaria-mexico.com.

Feria Alimentaria 2006
Guatemala City, Guatemala - September 3-5, 2006

The Canadian Embassy in Guatemala will once again be participating in X Feria Alimentaria. This regional event is one of the leading food shows in Central America and will include a trade exhibit, a Gastronomic Festival, as well as several Seminars. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada will organize a "taste of Canada" event during the second day of the exhibit, offering samples of Canadian products. Interested companies will be asked to send catalogues and/or samples products for inclusion at the show. There is no cost involved for the participating companies. Please visit the Web site www.feriaalimentaria.com, or contact Christine Luttmann, Trade Commissioner, Canadian Embassy in Guatemala, Tel.: (502) 2363-4348, E-mail: christine.luttmann@international.gc.ca, or contact Mélanie Spenard, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (604) 666-0140, E-mail: spenardm@agr.gc.ca.

Food Ingredients South America
Sao Paulo, Brazil - September 12-14, 2006

Food Ingredients South America is the leading trade fair in Brazil for new trends, solutions and technology for the food industry. Now the fourth-largest show of its kind in the world, FISA typically attracts more than 230 companies from 30 countries and many high-level decision makers. For more information please contact Ray Darwent, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (780) 495-5528, E-mail: darwentr@agr.gc.ca, or visit the Web site: www.fisa.com.br/br/index.html.

ABASTUR
Mexico City, Mexico - September 27-29, 2006

ABASTUR REST-HOTEL is the most well respected event in Mexico and Latin America in the hospitality industry. With a long history of success, ABASTUR REST-HOTEL, now in its twenty first edition provides you the opportunity to establish relationships with a significant number of high quality hospitality buyers. If you are a supplier for the restaurant, hotel and hospitality industry, don't miss this opportunity to experience success at ABASTUR REST-HOTEL. For more information visit the Web site: www.feriasalimentarias.com, or contact Alejandro Ruiz, Canadian Embassy in Mexico, Téléphone : (011-52-55) 5724-7900, or by E-mail: alejandro.ruiz@international.gc.ca.

Havana International Fair (FIHAV)
Havana, Cuba - October 2006

Participate in the Canadian Pavilion at the 24rd annual FIHAV for an opportunity to penetrate this multimillion-dollar market, launch new products and meet foreign buyers and suppliers. Last year's show featured more than 2,547 exhibitors from 44 countries and attracted approximately 100,000 visitors, including high ranking officials and decision makers from the Cuban government, senior representatives from Alimport (the central buying agency for agriculture and food products in Cuba), as well as retailers, restaurateurs, brokers, wholesalers and importers. For more information please contact Mélanie Spenard, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (604) 666-0140 or E-mail: spenardm@agr.gc.ca.  

Agrotecnia 2006
Caracas, Venezuela - October 2006

Agrotecnia is an international exhibition showcasing agricultural technology, products and specialized services. The trade section of the Canadian Embassy in Caracas will have an information booth to promote Canadian products and services at this exhibition. For more information on Agrotecnia 2006 please contact the Canadian Embassy in Venezuela at Tel.: (011-58-212) 660-3000, Fax: (011-58-212) 263-5349, or E-mail: crcas-td@international.gc.ca.

BioFach America Latina
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - November 2006

NürnbergMesse, organizer of the worlds leading exhibition for organic food and natural products, BioFach, has started a project to support the development of the domestic market for organic products in Brazil. With the aim to open new internal market opportunities for organic exporters and increase the supply of organic foods to the Brazilian population, BioFach America Latina is a good opportunity to expand your markets in South America. For more information, please contact Ray Darwent, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Edmonton, Alberta, Tel.: (780) 495-5528, Fax: (780) 495-3324, E-mail: darwentr@agr.gc.ca, or visit the Web site: www.biofach-americalatina.com.br.

United States of America

Winter Fancy Food and Confection Show
San Francisco, CA - January 22-24, 2006

The Fancy Food Show is your link to the latest information that will help grow and improve your business. Trends, sales, strategies, public relations perspectives, e-retailing, beer and cheese pairings and visual marketing are just a few of the 18 sessions available at the Winter Show. For further information please contact Mr. Carl W. Light, Business Development Officer, Consulate General of Canada in Los Angeles, USA, Tel.: (213) 346-2763, Fax: (213) 346-2767, E-mail: carl.light@international.gc.ca.

New England Grows 2006
Boston, Massachusetts - January 31-February 2, 2006

Now in its twelfth year, New England Grows is one of the nation's premier green industry events. This phenomenal opportunity to network with green industry peers and consumers, sell and purchase goods, and learn from the most innovative leaders in the industry is clearly an event not to be missed. New England Grows will move to the new Boston Convention and Exposition Center (BCEC) on Boston's waterfront. This new $800 million facility will allow us to increase our current exhibit space by more than 40%. For more information please contact Colette Lekborg, Canadian Consulate General, Boston, Tel.: (617) 262-3760, Fax: (617) 262-3415, E-mail: colette.lekborg@international.gc.ca, or visit the Web site at: www.negrows.org.

International Boston Seafood Show
Boston, Massachusetts - March 12-14, 2006

Join thousands of industry professionals from all over the world at the largest seafood event in the Northeast. Whether you're looking to source new suppliers, meet with existing and prospective customers or launch a new product you must be at this event! IBSS is three days of intensive buying and selling where you can truly accomplish your business goals for the entire year. For more information contact Anne MacEacheron, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (506) 452-3944, Fax: (506) 452-3509, E-mail: maceacherona@agr.gc.ca, or visit the Web site at www.bostonseafood.com.

Natural Products Expo-West
Anaheim, California - March 23-26, 2006

Natural Products Expo is where the Natural Products community meets. What community means in today's business world is building relationships with customers, suppliers and business partners. At last years Expo more than 20,000 industry members and retail buyers attended the trade show. Attendees came from 72 countries, which navigated more than 1,700 exhibits, representing over 1,100 companies. For more information please contact Mr. Carl W. Light, Business Development Officer, Consulate General of Canada in Los Angeles, USA, Tel.: (213) 346-2763, Fax: (213) 346-2767, E-mail: carl.light@international.gc.ca, or visit the Web site at www.expowest.com.

Bio 2006 Chicago
Chicago, Illinois - April 9-12, 2006

You're invited to join us in Chicago for the BIO 2006 Annual International Convention. The 2006 convention will feature more than 150 sessions and workshops, the world's largest biotech partnering forum with more than 225 company presentations and more than 5000 partnering meetings, and a total of over 1500 exhibiting organizations. Anyone connected to biotechnology should attend. For more information visit the Web site www.bio.org/events/2006/agenda/ or contact Ms. Michelle Van Dyk, Trade Commissioner, Chicago, Tel.: (312) 616-1860, E-mail: michelle.vandyk@international.gc.ca.

Northwest Foodservice Show
Tacoma, Washington - April 30 - May 2, 2006

The Northwest Foodservice Show puts you face-to-face with over 15,000 foodservice owner/operators, managers, chefs and buyers for three days of business! With 600+ exhibit booths, the Northwest Foodservice Show will be held at the Tacoma Dome bringing you in touch with the latest and best in the industry. You'll find everything from food and beverage products to foodservice equipment, new technology, and business/recruitment services. New this year, attendees can taste the best of the Northwest in our new beer and wine tasting pavilion! For more information please contact Doug McCracken, Canadian Consulate General, Seattle, Washington, Tel.: (206) 443-1777, Fax: (206) 443-9735, E-mail: clients.seattle@international.gc.ca, or visit the Web site at www.nwfoodserviceshow.com.

All Things Organic - Conference and Trade Show
Chicago, Illinois - May 6-9, 2006

Discover what's new in the organic industry. America's organic consumer market is over 90 million strong and growing, with U.S. retail sales expected to reach $20 billion by 2007. All Things Organic is growing with this market. The Organic Trade Association's All Things Organic Conference and Trade Show is North America's only all-organic event, featuring over 400 booths of organic products, inspiring and thought-provoking education sessions, networking activities and special events. For more information please contact Ms. Michelle Van Dyk, Trade Commissioner, Chicago, Tel.: (312) 616-1860, E-mail: michelle.vandyk@international.gc.ca, or visit the Web site at www.organicexpo.com/conf.asp.

Spring Fancy Food and Confection Show
Chicago, Illinois - May 7-9, 2006

Recent Fancy Food Shows have attracted from 19,000 to 32,000 attendees from specialty food, gift and department stores, supermarkets, restaurants, mail-order and other related businesses. These attendees come to see over a thousand exhibitors from around the world, presenting over 150,000 specialty foods to discover and sample. Business booms at these trade-only shows, in a unique decision-maker to decision-maker environment. An impressive 87% of attendees either authorize or recommend purchasing decisions! For further information please contact Ms. Michelle Van Dyk, Trade Commissioner, Chicago, Tel.: (312) 616-1860, E-mail: michelle.vandyk@international.gc.ca, or visit the Web site at www.specialtyfood.com/do/fancyFoodShow/LocationsAndDates.

FMI 2006
Chicago, Illinois - May 7-9, 2006

The Food Marketing Institute's Supermarket Convention & Educational Exposition is the largest, most comprehensive event of its kind in the world. It is the premier show for Supermarket retailers and wholesalers now offering 5 shows in one location (The FMI show, Fancy Food Show, U.S. Food Export Showcase, United Produce Expo and Conference, and All Things Organic), over 1000 exhibitors, targeted educational sessions, group incentives, and a worldwide audience. For additional information, contact Ms. Michelle Van Dyk, Trade Commissioner, Chicago, Tel.: (312) 616-1860, E-mail: michelle.vandyk@international.gc.ca, or visit the Web site at www.fmi.org.

The Annual National Restaurant Hotel/Motel Show
Chicago, Illinois - May 20-23, 2006

Best opportunity and cost effective way to meet with thousands of professional attendees under one roof; nearly 2,000 exhibiting companies, 70,000 attendees and over 870 product categories. The NRA has built its reputation on delivering the ultimate hospitality market-place. Make plans to display your products and services to highly qualified buyers. For more details on the event visit the Web site at www.restaurant.org/show/.

Dairy-Deli-Bake 2006 Seminar and Exposition
New Orleans, LA - June 11-13, 2006

This is the largest show for the dairy, deli, bakery, and foodservice professional. The retail buyers, merchandisers, brokers, distributors, and manufacturers come from all over the world for this important buying and educational event.  Our reputation as the leading show in the dairy-deli-bakery business has been earned by delivering top speakers relevant programming, exceptional exhibits, and outstanding networking opportunities. For more information please contact: IDDBA, P.O. Box 5528, Madison, WI 53705-0528, USA, Tel.: (608) 238-7908, Fax: (608) 238-6330, or visit the Web site at: www.iddba.org/conf.htm.

Summer Fancy Food and Confection Show
New York, New York - July 9-11, 2006

Recent Fancy Food Shows have attracted from 19,000 to 32,000 attendees from specialty food, gift and department stores, supermarkets, restaurants, mail-order and other related businesses. These attendees come to see over a thousand exhibitors from around the world, presenting over 100,000 specialty foods to discover and sample. Business booms at these trade-only shows, in a unique decision-maker to decision-maker environment. An impressive 87% of attendees either authorize or recommend purchasing decisions! For further information: Eric Cloutier, Business Development Officer, Canadian Consulate General in New York, Tel.: (212) 596-1656, Fax: (212) 596-1793, E-mail: eric.cloutier@international.gc.ca, or visit the Web site at www.specialtyfood.com/do/fancyFoodShow/LocationsAndDates.

Louisiana Foodservice EXPO
New Orleans, LA - August 5-7, 2006

The Louisiana Foodservice EXPO sets the standard as the top regional restaurant show in the country. As a premier foodservice EXPO, this is an excellent opportunity for you to do business with the restaurant industry. The EXPO provides a one-stop shopping resource for foodservice professionals looking for new suppliers. For more information about the EXPO, E-mail: tomw@lra.org or wendyr@lra.org, or visit the Web site at www.lra.org.

Western Food and Hospitality Expo
Los Angeles, CA - August 26-28, 2006

Get the latest high margin products to please your customers and your bottom-line. There are over 900 companies representing thousands of products and services. From food to freezers, utensils to uniforms and beverages to baked goods. Also present will be special events, a comprehensive conference program and much more. Come for the freshest, most meaningful menu of business boosting opportunities for the West Coast. For more information call 1-800-840-5612 or visit the Web site at www.westernfoodexpo.com.

Natural Products Expo-East
Baltimore, MD - October 5-7, 2006

Natural Products Expo is where the Natural Products community meets. What community means in today's business world is building relationships with customers, suppliers and business partners. At last years Expo more than 20,000 industry members and retail buyers attended the trade show. Attendees came from 72 countries, which navigated more than 1,700 exhibits, representing over 1,100 companies. For more information please contact Cynthia Stevenson, Canadian Embassy, Washington, D.C., Tel.: (202) 682-7765, Fax: (202) 682-7619, E-mail: cynthia.stevenson@international.gc.ca, visit the Web site at www.expoeast.com.

International West Coast Seafood Show
Los Angeles, California - October 15-16, 2006

Each year, the top seafood companies in the country gather for the International West Coast Seafood Show. Thousands of foodservice and retail food buyers west of the Mississippi attend each year in search of new seafood products and suppliers. This year's event was very busy and boasted close to 300 exhibiting companies. The exhibition was complimented by a top conference program addressing the health benefits of seafood, sessions devoted to shrimp and other species as well as panel discussions on the subject of seafood trends. At WCSS is the number one venue to meet buyers from west of the Mississippi, western Canada, Latin America, Hawaii, and the Pacific Rim. For additional information please contact Mr. Carl W. Light, Business Development Officer, Consulate General of Canada in Los Angeles, USA, Tel.: (213) 346-2763, Fax: (213) 346-2767. E-mail: carl.light@international.gc.ca , or visit the Web site at www.westcoastseafood.com.

Expo Comida Latina
Los Angeles, California - October 15-16, 2006
New York, New York - November 13-14, 2006
Houston, TX - April 23-24, 2006

In 2005, Expo Comida Latina was launched in San Antonio, Texas, bringing the successful franchise to the state with the second-largest Hispanic population in the country. With 32 percent of the population being Hispanic, this trade-show will provide exhibiting companies' access to an important cadre of buyers in a state renowned for its Hispanic history, culture, and cuisine. Nearly 7 million Texans have Hispanic heritage, making it the state with the second highest number of Hispanics after California. If you want to reach buyers serving this lucrative market, look no further! This expo aims to attract southwest regional buyers of Hispanic foods and beverages. Exhibitors are producers, processors, distributors, wholesalers and importers of Hispanic food, beverages and ingredients from throughout the Americas. In New York exhibitors displayed hundreds of products from throughout the Americas, comprising the largest array of Hispanic foods and beverages ever found on the East Coast. Key buyers attended in droves to sample and source delectable foods and beverages to meet a growing demand. As for the Los Angeles show it was yet again a great success. Hundreds of companies from throughout the Americas exhibited and did business with thousands of trade buyers. For more information contact Diversified Business Communications, PO Box 7437, Portland, Maine 04112-7437 USA, Tel.: 207-842-5500, Fax: 207-842-5503, E-mail: info@expo-comida-latina.com, or visit the Web site at expo-comida-latina.com.

PMA-Fresh Summit
Santiago, California - October 20-24, 2006

Fresh Summit is the world's largest fresh fruit and vegetable event. Network with other produce industry leaders, see new products, strengthen relationships with current suppliers, gather information for further purchasing decisions, and most importantly, build your business! For more information call 1-302-738-7100, write to 1500 Casho Mill Road, Newark DE 19711 USA, or visit the Web site at www.pma.com.

Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA) Trade Show
Chicago, Illinois - November 12-14, 2006

This show normally features more than 2,300 exhibit booths, covering both food and non-food products. In addition, international pavilions from more than fifteen countries are expected to attend. There will be sections showcasing fresh, frozen, and refrigerated foods plus gourmet foods, wines and spirits. For more information about the PLMA visit the Web site at www.plma.com. To exhibit in the Canadian pavilion please contact Ms. Michelle Van Dyk, Trade Commissioner, Chicago, Tel.: (312) 616-1860, E-mail: michelle.vandyk@international.gc.ca.

The Americas Food and Beverage Trade Show
Miami, FL - November 2006

Come see new products and services from the Americans. Make important contacts with potential partners in the food and beverage industry. Get the information you need to be competitive and operate more profitably. Over $1.4 trillion is spent annually on food and beverage purchases in America, with export sales expected to double by 2007. Miami serves as the sales and distribution center for food and beverage products transiting these markets. For more information about this trade please visit Web site worldtrade.org/. To exhibit in the Canadian pavilion please contact Mélanie Spenard, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Tel.: (604) 666-0140, E-mail: spenardm@agr.gc.ca..

Internet sites of interest

The following Internet sites offer additional information on international trade shows and conferences. Most of these sites include search tools which let you search by category, location or dates and can be excellent tools to help you locate the most appropriate trade shows for your company.

Agri-Food Trade Services (ATS) Online
ats.agr.gc.ca

Events Eye
www.eventseye.com

Exhibitor Magazine Group Online
www.exhibitornet.com

ExpoWorld.net
www.expoworld.net

Food Navigator.com
www.foodnavigator.com

Foreign Agricultural Services, United States Department of Agriculture
www.fas.usda.gov

Global Agribusiness Information Network
www.agribusinessonline.com

International Trade Canada
www.infoexport.gc.ca

The Manufacturing Confectioner
www.gomc.com