MARKETING

GO TEXAN

CONTACT: GOTEXAN@TexasAgriculture.gov | (877) 99 – GOTEX gotexan.org

Overview

The GO TEXAN program is a Texas Department of Agriculture initiative dedicated to identifying and supporting Texas-based businesses and connecting them with customers across the Lone Star State and around the world. GO TEXAN partners are entitled to use the iconic GO TEXAN mark on their products and receive access to many opportunities to grow their business.

Cost

• Tier 1 ($100) • Tier 2 ($500) • Tier 3 ($1000) • Champion ($5000+)

GO TEXAN Benefits

• Use of the GO TEXAN certification mark • Access to funding through reimbursement grants • Social media features, promotional opportunities and new market exposure • Buyer meetings • FREE product photography • Access to sample and sell product at events throughout Texas and beyond such as the GO TEXAN Pavilion at the State Fair of Texas, major stock shows, rodeos, expos and food shows • Access to inbound and outbound trade missions

FARM FRESH NETWORK

CONTACT: FarmFresh@TexasAgriculture.gov | (512) 463 – 2276

Overview

Texas Farm Fresh Network makes it simple for Texas producers to connect with local schools, child and adult care centers, and summer meal programs. Farm Fresh Network members provide a wide variety of seasonally available Texas-grown food products. Getting local Texas products into local cafeterias helps boost the economy and ensures that children are served nutritious, quality products from our state.

Required Information

• Company Contact • Distribution Range • Product Offering and Availability

Benefits

• Inclusion in state-wide food sourcing database • Access to special events and networking opportunities • Technical assistance and marketing support

INTERNATIONAL TRADE

CONTACT: GoGlobal@TexasAgriculture.gov | (512) 463 – 6098

Overview

The International Marketing Team works to connect consumers, retailers, processors, chefs, and agribusiness partners around the world with products that are Texas made, by Texas makers. The Texas Department of Agriculture partners with a number of organizations to help promote opportunities for Texas agricultural commodities, food, beverages, and livestock and genetics to go abroad.

Programs

• State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Grants • Southern United States Trade Association (SUSTA) Cost Share • Inbound and Outbound Trade Missions • Export Readiness Training