This program assists North Dakota agriculture companies in exploring domestic wholesale markets by encouraging exhibition at new trade shows outside of the state. It is not only for companies new to trade show exhibition but can also be useful for established companies who are looking to exhibit at a show that they have never been to before.
Exhibiting at a domestic trade show can boost a company's sales, help make key business connections and diversify their market.
North Dakota value-added ag companies are eligible to apply.
Trade shows scheduled for 2025
Trade Show | Date | Deadline to Apply |
|---|---|---|
| Bar & Restaurant Show in Las Vegas, NV | March 25-26, 2025 |
Oct. 31, 2024 |
National Restaurant Show in Chicago, IL | May 17-20, 2025 | |
Summer Fancy Food Show in New York, NY | June 29 - July 1, 2025 | |
Americas Food and Beverage Show in Miami, FL | Sept. 10-12, 2025 |
Companies may be reimbursed on a sliding scale based on show participation for eligible expenses as follows:
Trade Show | Date |
|---|---|
Number of shows attended in 2025 | Reimbursement level |
1 | Up to $7,000 for the 1st show |
2 | Up to $4,500 for the 2nd show |
3 | Up to $2,000 for the 3rd show |
Eligible expenses include:
- Booth/space rental
- Booth equipment, furniture and carpeting rental
- Booth utility costs
- Promotional materials (product flyer specific to show, booth signage, etc.)
- Shipping, storage, drayage (cost of moving freight at exhibition site) and show labor
- Travel expenses (airfare or mileage, hotel)
Applications may be subject to a review committee if the number of applications exceeds available funding.
Applications are due Oct. 31, 2024. More details are located on the application.
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Trade Show Participation Grant Contact
Shanna Johnson
International & Domestic Marketing Coordinator
701-390-7515
shljohnson@nd.gov