UFA Membership
Becoming a member of the Upcycled Food Association puts your business at the center of the booming upcycled food movement.
The Upcycled Food Association is the first and only industry association dedicated to catalyzing the global upcycled food economy. We bring together a diverse community of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, government agencies, universities, and nonprofits to transform otherwise wasted food ingredients into high-quality, nutritious products that have a positive impact on the environment. Together, we identify the most impactful upcycling solutions, mobilize resources, and empower stakeholders in making upcycled foods accessible and desirable to consumers.
Membership Types
Explore our different membership types to find the best fit for your business.
Upcycler Member
The Upcycler Membership directly connects you to the burgeoning upcycling community and gives you access to critical brand-building tools and information to accelerate your company’s growth. Upcycler Members also receive special discounts to industry trade shows and to UFA’s Upcycled Certified™ Program, the world’s first third-party certification program for upcycled food ingredients and products.
Eligible Businesses
Any consumer packaged goods brand, manufacturer, co-manufacturer, ingredient supplier, and retailer.
Benefits:
ENGAGE IN THE COMMUNITY: Attend in-person and virtual events to connect and network with top executives and global leaders from +250 upcycling companies.
GET NOTICED: Grow exposure for your company through UFA brand-building tools, media and press opportunities.
DRIVE SALES AT TRADE SHOWS: Promote your products and connect with buyers in the exclusive UFA booth at industry trade shows and receive up to 60% off trade show badges.
BE IN THE KNOW: Be the first to receive exclusive policy briefs, upcycled food research and industry news.
GET CERTIFIED: Receive significant discounts on upcycled product and ingredient certification fees and access custom launch support.
GROW INVESTMENT: Join the Food Waste Funder Circle to pitch your upcycling product and learn about the latest food waste innovations.
ACCESS EXPERTISE: Get guidance from industry experts through our free multidisciplinary advisory program.
BE A LEADER: Serve on UFA committees or join the Board of Directors to vote in UFA matters.
Distributor & Importer Member
The Distributor & Importer Membership gives you access to the latest new upcycled products and enables you to easily connect to new product suppliers, retailers, and foodservice operators through our community directory. UFA pairs the most current market insights and research on the upcycled industry with best in class marketing tools so you can act quickly to meet the needs of your customers.
Eligible Businesses
Any business whose primary operations include the distribution, trading, importing, or brokering of ingredients or products.
Benefits:
ENGAGE IN THE COMMUNITY: Attend in-person and virtual events to connect and network with top executives and global leaders from +250 upcycling companies.
CARRY IT FIRST: Get access to growing UPC lists of the latest upcycled products and merchandising assets to meet your customer’s needs.
GET NOTICED: Grow exposure for your company through UFA brand-building tools, media and press opportunities.
BE IN THE KNOW: Be the first to receive exclusive policy briefs, upcycled food research and industry news.
GET CERTIFIED: Have branded products? Receive significant discounts on upcycled product and ingredient certification fees and access custom launch support.
DRIVE SALES AT TRADE SHOWS: Promote your upcycled product selection and connect with customers in the exclusive UFA booth at industry trade shows and receive up to 60% off trade show badges.
ACCESS EXPERTISE: Get guidance from industry experts through our free multidisciplinary advisory program.
BE A LEADER: Serve on UFA committees or join the Board of Directors to vote in UFA matters.
Distributor & Importer Dues are $2,500 annually ($USD).
Affiliate Member
The Affiliate Membership gives you direct access to the fast growing upcycled community. UFA provides the most current market insights and research so you can tailor your offerings to meet the needs of this burgeoning market.
Eligible Businesses
Any business that provides services to the upcycled foods industry, such as multi-person consulting firms and brand agencies, online marketplaces, product development firms, technology and packaging providers and more.
Benefits:
ENGAGE IN THE COMMUNITY: Attend in-person and virtual events to connect and network with top executives and global leaders from +250 upcycling companies.
GET NOTICED: Grow exposure for your company using UFA tools and assets to better promote your involvement with UFA and the upcycled food movement.
BE IN THE KNOW: Be the first to receive exclusive policy briefs, upcycled food research and industry news.
BE A LEADER: Serve on UFA committees or join the Board of Directors to vote in UFA matters.
Affiliate Member Dues are $750 annually ($USD).
Not-for-Profit Member
The Not-for-Profit Membership is perfect for organizations working in the areas of food waste reduction and food systems sustainability.
Eligible Organizations
Any not-for-profit entity who is interested in supporting and engaging with the upcycled movement.
Benefits:
ENGAGE IN THE COMMUNITY: Attend in-person and virtual events to connect and network with top executives and global leaders from +250 upcycling companies.
DRIVE CHANGE: Collaborate with thought leaders and researchers working towards positive change in areas such as environmental sustainability, regenerative agriculture, food security, and local and sustainable food systems.
BE IN THE KNOW: Be the first to receive exclusive policy briefs, upcycled food research and industry news.
GET NOTICED: Grow exposure for your organization through UFA brand-building tools, media and press opportunities.
BE A LEADER: Serve on UFA committees or join the Board of Directors to vote in UFA matters.
Not-for-Profit Member Dues are $500 annually ($USD).
Individual Member
The Individual Membership is perfect for independent researchers and consultants, members of the media, and curious consumers looking for more information about upcycled food.
Eligible Individuals
Anyone who is a sole proprietor and/or not affiliated with a company who is interested in supporting and engaging with the upcycled movement.
Benefits:
ENGAGE IN THE COMMUNITY: Attend in-person and virtual events to connect and network with top executives and global leaders from +250 upcycling companies.
BE IN THE KNOW: Be the first to receive exclusive policy briefs, upcycled food research and industry news.
BE A LEADER: Serve on UFA committees or join the Board of Directors to vote in UFA matters.
Individual Member Dues are $350 annually ($USD).
Student Member
The Student Membership is perfect for current students looking for more information about upcycled food.
Eligible Students
Anyone who is currently enrolled in an academic institution and that is not affiliated with a company who is interested in supporting and engaging with the upcycled movement.
Benefits:
ENGAGE IN THE COMMUNITY: Attend in-person and virtual events to connect and network with top executives and global leaders from +250 upcycling companies.
BE IN THE KNOW: Be the first to receive exclusive policy briefs, upcycled food research and industry news.
Student Member Dues are $50 annually ($USD).
*If you are looking to receive UFA benefits for your university or educational institution, please check out the Not-for-Profit Membership.
Get to know our UFA Members!
Don’t take it from us ... hear what our current members are saying!
“Upcycling is at the heart of everything we do at Full Circle. Every single cosmetic ingredient we develop is made from various plant-based leftovers and that includes by-products of the food industry. Given our shared mission to make better use of the existing resources we have around us (food ‘waste’), joining the UFA was a no-brainer. We are excited to be able to play a part in building the next generation of sustainable food, as well as driving awareness of upcycling in the beauty industry.”
— Harry Mcllwraith
“It's incredible the amount of social noise that the UFA have been able to give our business during its critical growing stages since we joined in early 2020. Not only is an association of this kind a milestone achievement for the food industry, we love how much value and worth we've received from the exposure of simply being members.”
— Vanessa Murillo & Lachlan Powell
“UFA has provided a collective resource to unify brands and tackle the challenging hurdle of upcycled foods, consumer education and trust. As an insights, strategy, R&D, and innovation firm it is important to be involved with shaping the future of food and consumer perceptions of new trends.”
— Maddison Gurrola
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