"We are endorsing Expo as a high-quality opportunity for dairy processors and marketers," said Jeff Sterne, executive dir. of All Star Dairy. "This is exactly the kind of business, training and networking opportunity that our members value, and that we want to help provide."

"Worldwide Food Expo has earned a reputation as the global event of the year for quality dairy foods manufacturers - a 'must-attend' event," added Quality Chekd Managing Dir. Peter Horvath. "So we'll be working with IDFA and the other show sponsors to help ensure that dairy companies send as many people as possible to Chicago this fall."

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), the International Association of Food Industry Suppliers (IAFIS), the International Bottled Water Association (IBWA), the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) and Beverage Marketing Corporation (BMC) are sponsoring the Food, Dairy & Beverage Exposition. Worldwide Food Expo '03 will be held Oct. 29 -- Nov. 1 at McCormick Place in Chicago.