UPCOMING MArketing, NETWORKING, & Educational OPPORTUNITIES

Trade shows, trade mission, networking events, and educational opportunities are great ways forge international relationships, develop sales strategies, and to learn about global marketing opportunities. These events consist of on-line webinars, workshops, conferences, trade shows, inbound and outbound trade missions, and other venues. Many of these activities are organized by various entities exclusively for their members or limited audiences, but others are provided as a complimentary tools to promote international trade. There are often financial resources available to provide cost-share assistance, discounts, or scholarships for these events. Kentucky Department of Agriculture staff and personnel from other outside organizations are available to discuss membership and/or access to these resources.  

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International Marketing Events

• Southern United States Trade Association (SUSTA) Event Search
•     2025 SUSTA Event Calendar
•     2026 SUSTA Event Calendar
  
• American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) Event Search
• U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Events Calendar
• U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) Events Calendar
• USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) Hosted Outbound Trade Missions
• USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) Recognized Trade Shows 

NETWORKING & EDUCATIONAL EVENTS

• Kentucky Small Business Development Center Upcoming Training Events
• U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (ITA) Events for Exporters
• World Trade Center Kentucky (WTC-KY) Events Calendar