Industry News

Federal support is crucial as restaurants see restrictions

States are once again asking restaurants to close or limit their on-premise capacities, which means Congress and the White House must step in to help.

Foodservice Distributors Urge Congress to Restart Talks to Support the Foodservice Industry

With the election over, Congress and the Administration must follow through to provide COVID-19 relief to small businesses, restaurants and foodservice distributors.

The Foodservice Industry Needs Support Now

With Senate talks planned on “skinny” relief package set for next week, IFDA urges the White House and Congress to make a deal to help American businesses and workers.

Foodservice Distributors Urge Congress to Reignite Talks to Support the Foodservice Industry

IFDA responds to reports that negotiations between the Administration and Congress to provide COVID-19 relief to small businesses, restaurants and food distributors have stalled

Distributors Urge Congress to Support the Foodservice Industry

The International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) thanks Chairwoman Velazquez, Ranking Member Chabot and the House Committee on Small Business for holding this hearing on the impact of Covid-19 on small businesses in the food industry.

Foodservice Distributors Implore Congress to Act, Save Our Nation’s Restaurants

Statement by Mark S. Allen, President & CEO of the International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) in response to The National Restaurant Association’s latest survey that found the restaurant industry has experienced nearly 100,000 closures tied to the coronavirus pandemic. In addition, the survey found that 40% of operators think it is unlikely their restaurant will still be in business six months from now without additional relief from the federal government.

IFDA Praises FMCSA’s Announcement of Pilot Program to Attract the Next Generation of Truck Drivers

As aging drivers retire and growing online purchasing increases long-term freight demand, this program provides a path to bring needed younger drivers safely into the industry.

IFDA joins Restaurants in Support of the ServSafe Dining Commitment

IFDA is a proud sponsor of the National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Revival ad campaign and the ServSafe Dining Commitment initiative.

IFDA Announces the 2020 Class of the Truck Driver Hall of Fame

The IFDA Truck Driver Hall of Fame honors the exceptional careers and contributions of hard-working professional drivers.

HEALS Act Shows Promise but Changes Are Needed

Proposed Legislation Requires Changes in Order to Provide Effective Financial Assistance to the Foodservice Industry