Welcome to the

Food Production Solutions Association (FPSA)

Your Industry Community

The Food Production Solutions Association (FPSA) is a dynamic community of food producers,  manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers.

We are the only association bringing together the entire food industry across all segments and verticals.  We work to create a collaborative environment that brings together industry leaders, experts, and innovators through meaningful networking,  education, industry engagement, and philanthropy.

Join FPSA and become part of a vibrant community shaping the future of food production.

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Food Producers

Encompass the manufacturers, processors, and producers who create the food products consumed by humans and pets.  From small artisanal operations to large-scale production facilities, these members represent the heart of food creation.

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Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEMs)

Create the equipment and services that make food manufacturing possible. These companies produce components and systems that keep the industry running efficiently and safely.

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Associates

Provide the essential services and products that support both OEMs and Food Producers.  This includes everything from waste management and software solutions to legal services, packaging providers, and specialty ingredient suppliers.

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Consultants

Independent professionals who specialize in guiding organizations within the greater food production industry, 

Featured Content

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Cultivate: Leadership Growth Lab

Cultivate: Leadership Growth Lab is designed for early- to mid-career professionals in food production and manufacturing, this two-day experience goes far beyond the traditional conference format — because great leaders aren't built in lecture halls. Through interactive workshops, crisis simulations, and our signature Leadership Safari — where participants rotate through real manufacturing facilities tackling live leadership challenges — every session is built around skills you can take back to your team on Monday.

 

Featured Events

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In-Person Event
Cultivate: Leadership Growth Lab
November 5-6, 2026 | Lexington, KY

Cultivate Your Future Leaders

Cultivate: Leadership Growth Lab is an immersive two-day conference for early-to-mid-career food industry professionals. Built around one core belief: leadership isn't learned by sitting in a classroom. It's developed through experience, reflection, and accountability. Cultivate is not a traditional conference; it's a hands-on experience designed to foster leadership skills in the next generation of food industry leaders. 
Every session is built around skills you can take back to your team on Monday.
 
Registration Fee: $995 Members | $1,495 Non-Members
 
Register Today!

 

 

 

 

 

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Hybrid Event
FPSA's Emerging Leaders Program
May 18, 2026 - Nov 2026
 
Ready to become the manager your team needs? The FPSA Emerging Leaders Program is a 6-month hybrid management training program built for food production professionals who are new to management or ready to step into their first management role.   industry who are ready to step into a management role. Through in-person sessions, virtual coaching, peer coaching, and access to a private FPSA Connect community, you'll build practical management skills--from having difficult conversations to leading your team with confidence from day one. Cohort size is limited to 15 participants per cohort. 

Registration Fee: $3,200 Members | $3,700 Non-Members (scholarships available)

Add your name to a future cohort list.


 

 

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Educational Webinars

FPSA hosts a variety of timely webinars, both for members only and open to the public. Click HERE to view to entire calendar.

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Food Solutions Exchange & Conference (FSX)

April 5-7, 2027 | St. Petersburg, FL

 

The premier networking and knowledge-sharing event where approximately 200 industry leaders from top companies explore the latest trends, discover innovative solutions, and build valuable connections that drive business forward

 

 

Core Focus Areas

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Food Safety

Ensuring the highest standards and best practices
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Technology & Innovation

Driving advancement and efficiency
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Workforce & Human Capital

Developing talent and leadership
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Regulatory Developments

Navigating compliance and policy changes
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Career & Leadership

Building the next generation of industry leaders

Ready to Join the Future of Food Production?

Whether you're a new business looking to break into the industry or a seasoned professional seeking to expand your network and knowledge, FPSA is here to support your journey. Discover how much more you can achieve as part of our community.

FPSA Members

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