International Trade

Iowa's Global Presence

The Iowa Economic Development Authority provides various services to Iowa companies interested in, or currently exporting. IEDA’s marketing managers assist companies in developing and expanding export markets by offering a range of opportunities including consulting and education, global services and financial assistance.

Global Business

Global Services

Assistance with international questions and export topics, international documentation, market research and more.
Export Consulting & Education

IEDA and partners offers one-on-one consulting opportunities and regularly hosts seminars and workshops.
International Exporting Financial Assistance

Support for exhibiting at international trade shows, trade missions or international compliance and marketing.
Global Offices

Support from Iowa's network of global offices and representatives with individual assistance in respective markets.

IEDA Trade and Partner Events

Colombia Trade Mission

November 3, 2025 - November 7, 2025

Southeast Asia: Indonesia and Vietnam Trade Mission

November 14, 2025 - November 22, 2025

Mexico: Mexico City and Monterrey Trade Mission

March 8, 2026 - March 13, 2026

Trade & Services Directories

Iowa Directory of Exporters
Includes Iowa companies interested in or currently exporting products. Companies representing manufacturing, agribusiness, biotechnology, grain, meat, foods and services are listed in the directory.

International Service Directory
Helps Iowa exporters locate service providers to support international sales.

Trade Resources Directory
Consists of a wide variety of online trade resources for Iowa exporters, from country/industry information to operational topics to government

Ag Export Reports

Ag Export Highlights
Global trade updates, including data from WISERTrade on projected agricultural-adjusted statistics by state-of-origin

Ag Export Country Report
Summary of international export trade news reports from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Global Agricultural Information Network

Downloads & Forms

Global Business Services
International Trade Office services and programs

Iowa Exporter ID
Utilize this marketing graphic to draw international attention to your booth

Iowa Exporter ID Usage Guidelines

SBA Certification of Eligible Small Business Concern
Utilized when applying for financial assistance

SBA Certification of Debarment
Utilized when applying for financial assistance

Virtual Matchmaking Consultation Request

Directory Intake Form
Submit your company to be included in the ITO directories.