Join CIRAS and the Regional Economic Development Group “Northwest Iowa Development” for a free, in-person session highlighting the opportunities available through Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) #288 in Northwest Iowa. This informative and practical event is designed for importers, manufacturers, and businesses looking to improve their global competitiveness. Program Highlights: Introduction and overview of FTZ #288 […]

Manufacturing is an indispensable pillar of the Iowa and Midwest economies. Through the lens of trade data, including exports, imports, and foreign direct investment (FDI) we will explore the influence of trade dynamics are influencing the region’s economic trajectory and what it means for the future of Iowa manufacturing. Featured Speakers: Skylar Elliott Casey, Director […]

In collaboration with Food Export-Midwest, Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) will once again host the Value-Added Feed Ingredients Buyers Mission during the World Pork Expo. Eligible participants will have the chance to meet with pre-qualified buyers from Brazil, Chile, China, Guatemala, Mexico, South Korea and Taiwan. The pre-arranged, one-on-one meetings at the Expo will help […]