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2009 International Marketing Calendar

For more information about international marketing events, please contact Kyle Holmberg at (615) 837-5160 or kyle.holmberg@TN.gov.

EVENT
COUNTRY
DATE
CONTACT
IPM Germany- Horticulture Trade Show - In 2008 61,000 visitors attended this show. The show displays many products including: flowers, trees, flowering shrubs, plants, containers & pots, florist supplies, seeds, greenhouse technology, sales promotion and so much more. Both exhibitors and visitors commended this show for its success in providing innovation to the industry. Essen, Geremany Jan 26-28 Rob Beets
IPM Post Tradeshow Tour - This provides individuals in the Horticultural industry the opportunity to gleam fresh ideas about products available in The Netherlands. Those who attend will be able to see some of the processes their counterparts overseas are using to grow their products. Gerrmany Feb 1-6 Rob Beets
FurniTec/Woodmac China - Promotion of U.S. hardwood lumber. China's furniture and interior decorating sectors consume large volumes of hardwood products each year. This event will provide U.S. exporters of hardwood logs, lumber and veneer the possibility to meet this demand with their products. Shanghai, China Feb 17-20 Doug Schnabel
IPM Dubai – Promotion of Southern U.S. horticulture products. In 2007, 2537 visitors from 51 countries and 230 exhibitors from 28 countries participated. This will be the first time TN has exhibited at this show. The show displays many products including: flowers, trees, flowering shrubs, plants, containers & pots, florist supplies, seeds, greenhouse technology, sales promotion and so much more. Dubai, UAE Mar 1-7 Kyle Holmberg
ARC Furniture Manufacturing and Supply China 2009 - A major, international trade show for furniture and related industries. The scope of the show goes far beyond the Chinese market itself featuring extensive attendance from neighboring Asian countries as well as buyers from Europe and the U.S. This event will offer a convenient way for firms to explore the potential for new sales and further build relationships in the expanding market. Guangzhou, China Mar 18-27 Doug Schnabel
Hortiflorexpo China – China’s largest horticulture and flower trade show has a long tradition of success. In 2008, buyers and exhibitors from 56 countries attended the trade show. TN horticulture companies are encouraged to participate and take advantage of China’s ever growing economy. Shanghai, China Apr 1-4 Rob Beets
Memphis in May – Reverse trade mission in Memphis, TN. It encourages economic growth for Tennessee agriculture companies while building international relationships. Each year the Festival has a country of honor, and buyers from that country attend the Festival with the purpose of learning more about Tennessee companies and their products. In the spring of 2009 honoree country will be Chile. Memphis, TN May Kyle Holmberg
Food Show Auckland - New Zealand's most popular food and beverage exhibition, The Food Show, is returning to Auckland in August at the ASB Showgrounds. Showcasing the world’s finest food and drink, Food Show Auckland is sure to be a success for participants from the U.S. TN value added and food companies are encouraged to sign up and display their products before key buyers and decision makers in the New Zealand market. Auckland, New Zealand Jul 30 -  Aug 2 Kyle Holmberg
European Nursery Buyers Reverse Trade Mission - Key European buyers will attend a horticulture industry trade show then make on-site visits to nursery operations in Tennessee and North Carolina. Participation is open to all U.S. nursery producers and related industries. USA - Florida & Middle TN Aug Rob Beets
Fine Food Australia - With packaged food popularity on the rise in Australia, the need for value added products is increasing, as well. Convenience in a busy, time-crunched Australian society is the primary reason for this trend. The Australian packaged food industry brings in close to $30 billion per year. The Fine Food Australia Show continues to be one of Australia's largest consumer goods show. Companies will be given the opportunity to exhibit their products at a discounted show rate. Sydney, Australia Sep 6-12 Kyle Holmberg