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Join the Flock! WBFI is the only trade association that represents businesses that are in the wild bird feeding industry. Learn the ways membership can benefit you.
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Explore the most current resources from the WBFI on best feeding practices, consumer research, videos, and more! Join as a member to unlock access to all materials.
The WBFI is the only association for businesses in the bird feeding industry. This is a perfect opportunity to connect with future customers and like-minded individuals to elevate your position in a growing industry! All professionals in the wild bird feeding industry are welcome to attend.
All events will take place at the Hotel Contessa San Antonio with the exception of offsite activities as noted in the schedule.
Make sure you book your room in the WBFI block to get the exclusive rate! Group Cut-Off Date: Please confirm your reservations by Thursday, October 2, 2025. After this date, rooms not booked will be released.
Wild Bird Products Market Overview and FutureÂ
Wild Bird Products Market Overview and Future The global wild bird products market and awareness for wild birds continues to grow! In 2021, the global wild bird products market was valued at USD 5.02 billion and is expected to reach USD 6.42 billion by 2028, at a compound annual growth rate of 3.58%. As the…
WBFI Member Spotlight – Mike Wulf
WBFI Member Spolight – Mike Wulf D&D Commodities has been making wild bird food for 26 years and has been a member of the Wild Bird Feeding Institute since the early years. Former WBFI president, and board and committee member, Mike Wulf, was with D&D Commodities and WBFI for 21 years. Mike stated, “For many…
World Migratory Bird Day 2023
World Migratory Bird Day 2023 Mark your calendars! The dates for World Migratory Bird Day 2023 are May 13th in Canada and the US, and October 14th in Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. World Migratory Bird Day is a global campaign dedicated to increasing awareness and cooperation among countries in order to ensure the conservation of…
#FEEDSMART
Wild Bird Feeding Institute has created resources to promote proper feeding practices for bird-feeding hobbyists and members. Learn about how you can promote smart practices such as properly cleaning your feeders to help prevent the spread of disease:
Members of WBFI have access to an exclusive info hub of resources including the latest research on best feeding practices and additional assets that can be customized for your business.
FEED THE BIRDS. REAP THE BENEFITS.
The Wild Bird Feeding Institute’s (WBFI) marketing campaign, #FeedTheBirds is an ongoing marketing initiative to highlight the benefits of the birds feeding hobby.
This campaign focuses on the mental health benefits of bird feeding. Several studies prove birds help lower stress, anxiety, and depression. With technology becoming more pervasive, and society’s concern with mental wellness, we think interacting with birds is a natural remedy.
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Mission: Growing the wild bird feeding hobby.
WBFI advances this mission and seeks to connect people with nature by serving members and birders internationally through education, awareness, and conservation partnerships. Our network of committed members, the quality standards we uphold, our expertise, and positive relationships with key organizations drive our success. We are sustainable through membership dues, charitable donations, and programming revenue.Â