November 2024 GT Partner Newsletter

November 2024

CHAMPION SPONSORS

GO TEXAN HAPPY BIRTHDAY

ALERT - Online Scams Targeting Texans

Statement from Commissioner Sid Miller

“I urge every Texan to stay vigilant against scams and fraudulent activities. Unfortunately, criminals continue to prey upon hardworking Texans, often posing as government agencies or officials to steal your money or personal information. These deceitful schemes can come through phone calls, emails, or fake websites and social media accounts. If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts and proceed with caution.

I want to make one thing clear: the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) will never ask you for money or personal information via phone, email, or any unsolicited communication. If you receive such a request, it’s a scam—plain and simple. Don’t send money, don’t share your personal details, and report any suspicious activity to your local authorities immediately. Your safety and security are our top priority."

Examples:

TOKYO, JAPAN

MARCH 11-14, 2025

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 11, 2024

FOODEX Japan is the only trade show in the Asia-Pacific region that welcomes 10,000 buyers from over 30 countries & regions, including buyers from South Korea, Taiwan, and China. It is an excellent and effective opportunity for exhibitors to promote products and to expand into Asian markets.

PARTICIPATION FEE:

CORNER BOOTH: $2,187

IN-LINE BOOTH: $2,042

REGISTER NOW - Prowein

DÜSSELDORF, GERMANY

MARCH 16-18, 2025

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 16, 2024

ProWein is the world’s leading trade fair for wines, spirits and craft beverages, and is the largest industry meeting for professionals from viticulture, production, trade, and gastronomy. Pioneers, trendsetters and market leaders in the fields of craft spirits, craft beer, cider and wine are encouraged to present products at this leading industry event.

PARTICIPATION FEE: $950

Southern U.S. Trade Association (SUSTA)

TDA works closely with trade organizations including the Southern United States Trade Association (SUSTA) and U.S. Livestock Genetics Export (USLGE). Through these partnerships, TDA supports Texas companies to expand (or establish) their international presence by participating in international trade missions and trade shows.

Participating businesses can get reimbursed up to 50% of eligible expenses such as international travel to shows, advertising, freight, in-store demonstrations and so much more through SUSTA's 50% CostShare Program and USLGE's Branded Program.

If you know companies interested in exporting or expanding their market reach, we encourage them to contact the International Marketing Team to discuss the available resources.

Upcoming SUSTA Events - 2025

IPM Essen (Germany - January 28 - 31)

Fruit Logistica (Germany - February 5 - 7)

Gulfood (UAE - February 17 - 21)

FOODEX Japan (Japan - March 11 - 14)

Prowein (Germany - March 16 - 18)

International Food & Drink Event London (United Kingdom - March 17 - 19)

Expo Antad & Alimentaria (Mexico - March 25 -27)

Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) Show

(Canada - April 8 - 10)

ProWine Tokyo (Japan - April 15 -17)

Seafood Expo Global (Spain - May 6 - 8)

HOFEX (Hong Kong - May 14 -16)

SIAL China (China - May 19 - 21)

Seoul Food and Hotel (South Korea - June 10 -13)

Summer Fancy Food Show (New York - June 29 - July 1)

ANUGA (Germany - October 4 - 8)

Interested? Contact Lindsay Baerwald (512) 463-7591 or email GoGlobal@texasagriculture.gov for more information.

QUARTERLY PARTNER MEETING GO TEXAN

LearnmoreabouttheFoodIndustrySupply Chainbyjoiningthismeeting!

Withmorethan20,000communitymanufacturersonthe Sustainmentplatform,GOTEXANhaspartneredwithTMAC toformtheTexasManufacturingNetwork.Thisnetwork providesaneasy-to-use,secureplaceformanufacturersto connectwiththeirsuppliers.Withsupplierrecords,it'seasy todiscoverandbediscoverablebymanufacturingprocess, certification,location,andothercharacteristicsofyour businessandtheservicesyouoffer.Itisfreetojoinandopen toallmanufacturers,regardlessofindustry.Signuptodayin lessthanaminutebyvisitingtheirwebsite.

2025STOCK SHOWS& RODEOS

GO TEXAN Social Media Features

GO TEXAN is proud to showcase Partners across our social media accounts! With an audience of over 85,000 people, you could be featured through a Partner Spotlight.

Please complete this form to participate.

Questions? Contact Chloe Bertrand at chloe.bertrand@texasagriculture.gov.

GO TEXAN LICENSE PLATE

GO TEXAN turns 25 in 2024!

GOTEXANiscelebratingour25thBirthdayallyearlong!

Celebratewithusbysubmittingahappybirthdayvideoforoursocialmediaaccounts, orlicensethemarktofeatureONyourcertifiedproducts.SeeourrecentReelson Instagramforexamplesofhappybirthdayvideos.

Birthday Video

Example Script: "Happy 25th birthday, GO TEXAN!"

Video Guidelines:

Film vertically (camera at the top!)

Film in a well-lit environment without noise

Video should be less than 10 seconds long

Hold phone steady or prop it up to avoid shaky video

Email your video submissions to gotexancreative@gmail.com with your business name and "birthday video" in the subject. Due date: ASAP.

Licensing the GO TEXAN Mark

Have you ever wanted to use the GO TEXAN Mark on your certified products (such as those pictured below?) Well, GO TEXAN will license the mark to active GO TEXAN partners for a small one-time fee ($50 application + $1,000 royalty). Contact Lindsay.Baerwald@TexasAgriculture.gov for this opportunity.