Empire State Development Global Export Tour
ESD has a free opportunity for Long Island companies to meet with NYS reps from multiple countries to learn about export opportunities. ESD has experienced staff in over 15 [...]
Clear labels, strong compliance: A guide for plant-based brands
The regulatory landscape for plant-based beverages and animal-derived alternatives is shifting rapidly. Nixon Peabody, LLP highlights the evolving landscape, emerging challenges, and strategies for staying prepared. Read the full article [...]
Long Island Aquaculture Infrastructure Grant
Farm and Food Growth Fund is pleased to announce its role as the administrator for a new grant, funded by New York State via the Department of Agriculture and [...]
In Memory of Paul Fetscher
Dear Friends, It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of our dear friend and valued colleague, Paul Fetscher. Paul was a longtime supporter [...]
Webinar Today – Market New York Grant Program
Market New York is a grant program established to strengthen tourism and attract visitors to New York State by promoting destinations, attractions and special events. Funding is available for [...]
2024 Summer Celebration Vendor Vêsucré
In its sixth year, the 2024 Summer Celebration has an array of member vendors serving up their specialties. Get to know some of the creative entrepreneurs here and don't [...]
Is Your Business Website ADA Compliant? – A Ten Step Guide
by James Henry Dunne, Esq. © 2023 All Rights Reserved Is Your Business Website ADA Compliant? 10 Steps to Avoid Joining the Long List of Hospitality Businesses Embroiled in [...]
Marcum – Food and Beverage Services Group
The food and beverage industry is experiencing opportunities and challenges like never before. From economic ebbs and flows and regulatory developments to safety concerns and an increased health consciousness, [...]
Marcum F&B Survey
Please take 10 minutes to complete the Marcum Food and Beverage Industry Survey. Thank You! Take me to the Survey
LIA Upcoming Events
The Long Island Association is hosting three events (including one this afternoon) that may be of particular interest to you as a Chamber of Commerce and to your small [...]
NY-MEP PPE Grants
We would like to share this grant information with you. The link to apply is below. MEP sister company, ITAC, is managing this initiative. Funding is limited and grants will [...]
End of Year 2020 Letter
Dear Friends, In a year full of challenges the LIFC continued its mission to provide education and support to its members. The importance of pivoting to new ways of [...]
Recap – LIFC Trivia Night
On Thursday, September 18, the Long Island Food Council hosted its first Virtual Trivia Night that brought members and guests together. The trivia was food and beverage related, stumping [...]
MTRC Robotics Sponsorship Program
Community Outreach Sponsorship Opportunity: Online Robotics Program– STEM Education and Workforce Development Initiative MTRC is offering the opportunity to sponsor a second session of the MTRC robotics summer camp [...]
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Coronavirus Industry Impact
Dear Manufacturing Community: In response to COVID-19, MTRC is working with local, state and federal agencies to bring to light the impact on the manufacturing industry within our region. [...]
Supporting Long Island Businesses through the Coronavirus Crisis
March 15, 2020 Dear Friends, The Long Island Food Council is working with our partners and businesses to coordinate the delivery of information during this ongoing crisis. LIFC will [...]
Suffolk County Farmland Preservation Programs and Opportunities
On Thursday January 23, 2020, Suffolk County is hosting a 90 minute session in Riverhead at 9:30am intended for the agriculture industry, legal professionals, planning professionals, real estate agents, [...]
Free Info Webinar: Support for NY Companies Exhibiting at Hannover Messe 2020
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New York State Liquor Authority Educational Series
The October Educational Series featuring the New York State Liquor Authority was very well received. Over 125 attendees from industries across Long Island enjoyed a delicious breakfast and farm-to-table lunch [...]
LI Business Batter Up
Click the button below to read this interesting article about wholesale bakeries on Long Island and the challenges many of them face. Michael Tucker, President of the LIFC was interviewed [...]
Access to Capital: Food Beverage and Agricultural Entrepreneurs
Are you in the food, beverage, or agricultural industry in New York City? On Thursday, October 24th, attend a FREE workshop sponsored by the Federal Reserve Bank of New [...]