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International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements - http://www.ifoam.org/
An umbrella organisation for the national organic certification bodies. Setting out minimum standards for organic production. Provides accreditation schemes for national organisations. |
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TransFair USA - http://www.transfairusa.org
Non-profit monitoring organization which certifies that participating traders are following fair trade guidelines. Products include coffee, tea, cocoa, sugar, rice, vanilla and fresh fruit. |
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Food Marketing Institute - http://www.fmi.org/
Organization serving the needs of food distribution and related business, including grocery wholesalers and retail supermarkets. Includes industry and consumer resources and industry publications. |
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Food Processing and Machinery Supply Association - http://www.foodprocessingmachinery.com/
Industry links, registration for the IEFP and links to food industry suppliers. |
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Chef's Collaborative - http://www.chefscollaborative.org/
Promoting sustainable cuisine by teaching children, supporting local farmers, educating one another, and inspiring the public to choose good, clean food. |
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Green Restaurant Association - http://www.dinegreen.com/
A US non-profit organization that provides services in research, consulting, education, marketing and community organizing. Lists environmental guidelines and offers a directory of green restaurants and products. |
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The American Cheese Society - http://www.cheesesociety.org/
Comprised of cheesemakers and enthusiasts, with information on their annual conference, and a searchable directory of member companies in USA. |
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California League of Food Processors - http://clfp.com/
Representing fruit and vegetable processors from the Golden State since 1905. Includes processing tomato and peach statistics, legislative updates, and upcoming meetings and events. |
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Grocery Manufacturers Association - http://www.gmaonline.org/
The association promotes and represents the world’s food, beverage and consumer products companies. Information on industry affairs, news, events, publications and membership. |
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Food Products Association - http://www.fpa-food.org/
Principal scientific trade association representing the U.S. food processing industry. |
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The World Association of Cooks Societies - http://www.wacs2000.org/
News, information, event highlights, recipes and reviews from Cooks' Organizations around the world. |
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Popcorn Board - http://www.popcorn.org/
A non-profit organization funded by U.S. popcorn processors. The Board strives to raise the awareness of U.S. popcorn as a snack through domestic and international marketing efforts. |
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European Hygienic Engineering and Design Group - http://www.ehedg.org/
Consortium of equipment manufacturers, food industries, research institutes, and public health authorities promoting hygiene during processing and packing of food products. |
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Canola Council of Canada - http://www.canola-council.org/
Organization supporting the canola oil industry. |
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Food Institute - http://www.foodinstitute.com/
Portal for the food industry, includes industry, health and government and international news and related resources. |
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World Food Logistics Organization - http://www.wflo.org/wflo/
Activities include supporting research and development in the application of improving the application of refrigeration technology for the preservation and distribution of food and other commodities, and related training and research services. |
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Soyatech.com - http://www.soyatech.com/
Soybean and oilseed resource and information for the food and feed industries. Research, consulting, publications and advertising. |
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American Society of Baking - http://www.asbe.org/
Promoting the advancement of baking science technology through the exchange of information and interaction among baking industry professionals. |
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International Association of Refrigerated Warehouses - http://www.iarw.org/index.asp
Advances and enhances the safe storage of large quantities of food products, facilitating efficient distribution of food between manufacturers and retailers and to promote better understanding by the public. |
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The National Association for the Specialty Food Trade - http://www.specialtyfood.com/
Not-for-profit business trade association established to foster trade, commerce, and interest in the specialty food industry. Includes information on Fancy Food Shows. |
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USA Dry Pea and Lentil Council - http://www.pea-lentil.com/
Representing growers, processors, and exporters of peas, chickpeas (garbanzos) and lentils. Includes recipes, markets, health information, farm and export news. |
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Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America - http://www.ifanca.org
Not for profit, educational Islamic organization dedicated to promoting Halal food and nutrition. |
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North American Association of Food Equipment - http://www.nafem.org/
A resource for food service equipment, food service supplies, food service operations and management information. |
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International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association - http://www.iddba.org/
Serving the supermarket industry and manufacturers of dairy, deli, bakery, cheese, specialty foods, equipment, and packaging. |
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Grain Elevator and Processing Society - GEAPS - http://www.geaps.com/
An international professional society dedicated to providing its members with forums to generate leadership, innovation and excellence in grain-related industry operations. News, publications and events. |
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Confectionery Manufacturers Association of Canada - http://www.confectioncanada.com
Representing confectionery chocolate, candy and chewing gum manufacturers, affiliates and suppliers, the CMAC supports confectionery growth by advancing and communicating the interests of the industry, its members and its consumers. |
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Euro-toques - http://www.euro-toques.org
An organization of chefs throughout Europe and European chefs working around the world. Provides contact information, organization history and activity information. |
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National Barbecue Association - http://www.nbbqa.org
Directory of supplier, manufacturer, consultant, conference and trade shows. |
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American Wholesale Marketers Association - http://www.awmanet.org
A trade organization working on behalf of U.S. convenience distributors. |
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Canadian Canola Growers Association - http://www.ccga.ca
Works to influence national issues and policies and enhance markets for the benefit of Canadian canola growers. |
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Association for Dressings and Sauces - http://www.dressings-sauces.org/
An international trade association of salad dressing, marinade, mayonnaise, mustard and other condiment sauce manufacturers and their suppliers. |
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Gelatine Manufacturers of Europe. - http://www.gelatine.org/
Provides applications, health benefits, and recipes for gelatine. Information for members, industry legislation and regulations, and press releases. |
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Midwest Food Processors Association, Inc. - http://www.mwfpa.org/
Results-oriented trade association, furnishing its member companies with information on government regulations, technical affairs and industry matters. |
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American Palm Oil Council - http://www.americanpalmoil.com
Trade organization representing palm oil producers. Product information and health benefits. |
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Northern Canola Growers Association - http://www.northerncanola.com/
Works to promote the production, marketing, processing, research, and use of canola. |
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International Society of Beverage Technologists - http://www.bevtech.org
The ISBT (formerly SSDT) was founded in Washington, D.C. in 1953 and now consists of over 1,000 members world wide. It is unique in being the only organization whose sole interest is the technical and scientific aspects of soft drinks and beverages. |
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Tortilla Industry Association - http://www.tortilla-info.com/
Consumer information, directory of members with online sales, industry, seminar, and association membership information. |
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The British Food Trust - http://www.greatbritishkitchen.co.uk/
Aims to stimulate the awareness and involvement of the general public in British food and cooking, and to foster the production, supply and consumption of good food. |
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Women's Food and Farming Union - http://www.wfu.org.uk/
Promotes the exchange of ideas between the producer, the food industry and the consumer, to understand and address the concerns of consumers. |
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The Federation of European Food Additives and Food Enzymes Industries - http://www.elc-eu.org/
Information for food producers about the function of additives, with list of those approved in the European Union. Shows member associations, with email contacts. |
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Massachusetts Specialty Foods Association - http://www.msfa.net/
Non-profit organization providing education, networking, peer support, marketing, publicity, and technical assistance for members. The MSFA is a non-profit organization. |
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PEI Seafood Processors Association - http://www.peispa.com
Non-profit organization dedicated to the advocacy, training and marketing of seafood products processed on Prince Edward Island. |
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Professional Chef's Association - http://www.professionalchef.com/
A national organization of chefs and those associated with the foodservice industry. The site is divided into public and members only sections, providing news of association events, forums and certification services. |
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Manufacturers' Agents for the Food Service Industry - http://www.mafsi.org/
Not-for-profit association for independent manufacturers' representative agencies and the manufacturers they represent in the foodservice equipment, supplies and furniture industry. |
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The Seasoning and Spice Association - http://www.seasoningandspice.org.uk/
UK group represents manufacturers of herbs, spices, and seasonings, primarily for lobbying and marketing. |
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Illinois Food Retailers Association - http://www.ilfood.org/
Focused on independent retail food stores and their suppliers. Includes a buyers guide, news, events calendar, membership application, and contact details. |
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Food and Drink Innovation Network - http://www.fdin.co.uk/
Industry group looking at innovation in the marketplace though regular conferences in the UK. |
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Food Consultants Group - http://www.foodconsultants.com/
Independent alliance of food industry experts. Support for industry areas including marketing, logistics, new technologies, finances, and legal issues. |
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http://warana.org/ - http://warana.org/
Co-operative of dairy, paper, distillery, and sugar industry members in India. Includes history, achievements, facilities and a Board of Directors list. |
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Northwest Food Processors Association - http://www.nwfpa.org/eweb/StartPage.aspx
Trade association which promotes the food processing industry in Idaho, Oregon, and Washingtion. |