COVID-19 Information and Resources for Food Industry Employers and Employees

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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American Food Industry Associations and Organizations

American Frozen Food Institute

North American Meat Institute

Food Processing Suppliers Association

Global Cold Chain Alliance

Refrigerated Foods Association

International Dairy Foods Association

American Association of Meat Processors

American Bakers Association

American Dairy Science Associations

American Frozen Food Institute

American Institute of Baking

American Shrimp Processors Association

American Society of Baking

AOAC International

Assoc. for Dressings & Sauces

Bakery Industry Sanitation Standards Committee

Cookie & Snack Bakers Assoc.

FISA (Food Industry Suppliers Association)

Food Industry Technician Development Program

Flexible Packaging Assoc.

Food Processing Suppliers Association

Glass Packaging Institute

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

SNAC International

Tortilla Industry Association

American Herbalists Guild

American Herbal Products Association

American Vineyard Foundation

American Vintners Association

Beer Institute

Food Marketing Institute

Grocery Manufacturers of America

Herb Growing and Marketing Network

Herb Society of America

Master Florists Association

National Alliance of Floral Association

Niche Meat Processors Assistance Network

The Organic Trade Association

Produce Marketing Association

Mental Health and Wellness Resources

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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COVID-19 Industry News

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

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