With the swift and unprecedented impact of the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) on the food industry in the United States, it can be difficult to navigate all the information and resources available to help you in this time of crisis. With the rapid increase in business closures and associated job losses, many employers and employees in the food industry are trying to understand what assistance is available to them and how to access it.
Below you will find links to various resources for American employers and employees to help guide you to the appropriate information and supports available. You will also find links to all major food industry associations and organizations in the U.S., as well as links to state government websites and other useful resources, to help you stay up to date on industry-related COVID-19 news and announcements.
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View COVID-19 State and Regional Resources (National Association of Manufacturers (NAM))
American Frozen Food Institute
Food Processing Suppliers Association
Refrigerated Foods Association
International Dairy Foods Association
American Association of Meat Processors
American Dairy Science Associations
American Frozen Food Institute
American Shrimp Processors Association
Bakery Industry Sanitation Standards Committee
FISA (Food Industry Suppliers Association)
Food Industry Technician Development Program
Food Processing Suppliers Association
Institute for Thermal Processing Specialists
Institute of Food Technologists
Institute of Packaging Professionals
International Association for Food Protection
International Bottled Water Association
Midwest Food Processors Association
National Confectioners Association
National Frozen Food Association
Northwest Food Processors Association
The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies (PMMI)
Private Label Manufacturers Association
American Herbal Products Association
Grocery Manufacturers of America
Herb Growing and Marketing Network
National Alliance of Floral Association
Niche Meat Processors Assistance Network
During this stressful time, it’s important to maintain your mental health and wellness. If you feel overwhelmed by the impacts of business closures, job loss, self-isolation or quarantine, reach out right away and speak with a professional who can help.
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CareersInFood.com is covering many food and beverage industry news stories related to COVID-19. Keep up to date with the latest in the Food and Beverage Processing Industry