California specialty crop businesses looking to expand their international reach now have access to a new training opportunity designed to help them move beyond basic export readiness. A recent report highlighted the launch of the CalAgX+ Advanced Export Accelerator, a grant-subsidized program focused on helping specialty crop companies become fully export scalable. Developed by the California Center for International Trade Development (CITD), the program is intended for export-ready California specialty crop companies that want to strengthen their international sales strategies and expand into new markets. The first cohort will focus on dried fruits and nuts, with participation limited to 15 companies at each training location. The Advanced Export Accelerator is structured as an eight-session hybrid program that combines in-person instruction with online learning opportunities. Organizers say the goal is to provide practical, hands-on training that equips participants with the ...