Food Northwest focuses on core priorities established annually by the membership and affirmed by the Board of Directors.
Food Northwest, formerly the Northwest Food Processors Association (NWFPA), is a trade association organized to advance the ability of the food industry to produce and deliver wholesome, safe food from the Pacific Northwest to the world. These priorities are: food policy and regulation; government relations; environmental policy and regulations; energy policy and resources; workforce education and
training; and sustainability. Each priority represents a basic service of the association in advocating for and updating members, and is championed by a policy manager.
01/04/2020
When you register for Northwest Food & Beverage World, don't forget to sign up for the keynote breakfast! Gary Hirshberg, co-Founder of Stonyfield Farm, will address “How Sustainability and Social Responsibility Drive Growth and Profits.” Gary built a $400 million national brand—not by advertising—but by focusing and capitalizing on a relentless sustainability and social responsibility mission. Come learn about how he did it! February 17-19 in Spokane, WA. www.foodandbeverageworld.org
12/26/2019
Check out all there is to do and learn at Northwest Food & Beverage World, February 17-19 in Spokane, WA! www.foodandbeverageworld.org
12/24/2019
Happy Holidays! We're wishing you and your family a delightful holiday season filled with the best PNW-produced food!
12/17/2019
Have you registered yet? Join 4000 food & beverage industry professionals in Spokane February 17-19. You'll see the latest in equipment, technology, and services while learning about the hottest topics in the industry such as sanitary design, intentional adulteration, production scheduling, tariffs, traceability, and much more. See you in Spokane! http://www.foodandbeverageworld.org/d/86qs28?RefID=FBADS
12/12/2019
We're excited to announce that FruitSmart of Grandview, Washington has joined Food Northwest! FruitSmart is a privately held company that got its start in 1982. The company provides a vast array of quality fruit juices, purees, concentrates, essences, fibers, seeds, seed oils, and seed powders to customers all over the world. It operates a 128,00 square foot production/office/storage facility in Grandview and a 335,000 square foot storage facility with dry/refrigerated/freezer space in nearby Prosser, WA. Welcome to the family, FruitSmart!
12/10/2019
Craig Smith, Government Affairs Director at Food Northwest, is speaking at the NEBC Business & The Environment conference! He is sitting on a panel about “Environmental Policy and Politics”. Go Craig!
12/05/2019
Want to level up your facility's food safety program? Northwest Food & Beverage World has you covered with a full afternoon of sanitary design sessions. Come learn from and speak with experts on how to improve your food safety plan and upgrade your sanitation. Register today! (and message us for a discount code!) http://www.foodandbeverageworld.org/d/86qs28?RefID=FBADS
11/21/2019
Food & Beverage World 2020 is stacked with a wide range of educational sessions. Over 30 sessions are planned! Look below for a partial list of what you'll learn about-- in between checking out the latest in equipment and services. See you in February!
Topics include: Sanitary Design - Preventing Inside Attacks - Tariffs & Trade - Traceability - Tech Connecting People - Capturing 25% in Energy Savings - Listeria-Killing Technology - Optimal Production Scheduling - CO2 Refrigeration - Generational Workforce - EnergyStar - Prop 65 - and MUCH more!
The Northwest Environmental Business Council's "Business & The Environment Conference and Expo" is less than a month away! Education sessions, networking, and exhibitors make it a must-attend event for those that work in the environmental field. https://businessandenvironment.com
11/07/2019
Have you registered for Northwest Food & Beverage World yet? February 17-19, 2020 in Spokane, WA!
You won't want to miss the discussions on FSMA compliance, food safety audits, energy savings, intentional adulteration, tariffs, traceability, an entire track on sanitary design, plus production scheduling, CO2 refrigeration and more. Learn from peers and experts. Walk away with real, relatable solutions.
We can't wait to see you there!
11/04/2019
Did you know? Wheat is the top crop in the PNW? "The PNW region is known for producing a quality wheat crop year in and year out and that enables the three states’ wheat farmers to remain competitive in a global market..."
POCATELLO – Idaho is famous for its iconic potatoes, Washington is known for producing a whole lot of apples and Oregon is well known for its nursery crops.
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Organized in 1914, Food Northwest supports the food processing industry in the beautiful states of Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Our members include international brand names, producers of private label and institutional products, well-regarded regional brands, and locally-run family businesses. Food Northwest is one of the nation’s largest food processing trade associations, with 150 processor members and over 350 suppliers.
Committees & Task Forces
Volunteers from Food Northwest member companies are actively involved in more than 20 volunteer-run industry focused committees and task forces. These committees address the major issues impacting the food processing industry within the region. Information exchanged in committees helps member companies better understand current policies and requirements, and provides a platform for anticipating and influencing emerging policies and regulations.
Association Services
The association is recognized regionally and nationally as a leading trade association and authoritative voice for the food processing industry. Food Northwest staff develops and maintains relationships throughout the industry, including with key industry stakeholders and government agencies, to form a network of authoritative resources and influence for our membership.
Food Northwest members have access to an array of tools and resources that provide up-to-date information and training on critical industry issues. Advocacy, training, issue management, print and online publications, exclusive events, professional development, and leadership opportunities, are all managed by professional staff with proven expertise. This slate of services enhances the well-being of the industry and the companies served.
The association also conducts annual events featuring speakers and programming of value to its members. Food Northwest's largest event is the annual Northwest Food & Beverage World held in Portland, Oregon each January. Our events allow Food Northwest to celebrate the great work of member companies and in our industry as we work to become industry leaders.
