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Elevating Industry Standards Together

Elevating Industry Standards Together At the WBFI, we take pride in fostering the growth of the wild bird feeding hobby and connecting people to nature. A cornerstone of this mission is our Quality Standards Program (QSP), which establishes the best practices for seed and feeder products. These standards are designed to protect both consumers and…

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2024 WBFI Member Awards: Celebrating 40 Years of Dedication

2024 WBFI Member Awards: Celebrating 40 Years of Dedication WBFI is thrilled to kickoff the 2024 WBFI Member Awards Program! This year, we’re not only recognizing outstanding contributions to wild bird feeding but also celebrating our members who have been with us for over four decades as we celebrate our 40th anniversary.  Our awards program…

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All About Wild Bird Food: Milo Seed

All About Wild Bird Food: Milo Seed Milo seed is a common ingredient in bird seed and mixes, and eaten by a variety of bird species, especially birds that prefer ground feeding.  Here’s everything you need to know about Milo and which birds it will attract to your feeder.  What is Milo? Milo, also known…

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Why Retailers Should Flock to Bird Feeding – Insights from NHS 2024 

Why Retailers Should Flock to Bird Feeding – Insights from NHS 2024 The WBFI journeyed to Las Vegas for the National Hardware Show 2024, eager to connect with professionals in the outdoor hobby industry and unveil the latest innovations in bird feeding. Teaming up with Cascade Wild Bird Feeders, we collaborated to raise awareness of…

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NEW WBFI Market Research Report – Key Future Insights Revealed

NEW WBFI Market Research Report – Key Future Insights Revealed   The Wild Bird Feeding Institute and the charitable WBFI Research Foundation are excited to publish the findings of our new report that shows insights into the growth of the wild bird feeding industry in partnership with Ask Your Target Market (AYTM).   The report shows…

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The Birding Business Event of the Year

The Birding Business Event of the Year The 2023 WBFI Annual Meeting in San Diego, CA was an unparalleled success, bringing in over 115 attendees from North America and Asia. Held at the scenic Paradise Point Resort, the event featured three days of insightful discussions and unique experiences.  WBFI kicked off the event with early…

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Announcing the 2023 WBFI Member Awards Winners

Announcing the 2023 WBFI Member Awards Winners The WBFI Inaugural Member Awards Program was designed to recognize and celebrate outstanding contributions to the world of wild bird feeding, with a focus on remarkable companies, exceptional products, and dedicated retailers. After a period of anticipation and evaluation, the time has come to shine the spotlight on…

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Event Recap: Goldcrest Distributing 2023 Wild Bird Expo

Event Recap: Goldcrest Distributing 2023 Wild Bird Expo The Wild Bird Feeding Institute (WBFI) took flight to Mexico, MO for an unforgettable experience at Goldcrest Distributing’s Wild Bird Expo from October 10-12, 2023. As the event’s tagline promised, “We guarantee you’ll benefit from coming, as we’re dedicated to helping you be more successful!”  The event…

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Introducing WBFI Member Awards: Celebrating Excellence in Birding

Introducing WBFI Member Awards: Celebrating Excellence in Birding Attention bird lovers! WBFI is thrilled to announce the launch of an exciting initiative – the Inaugural Member Awards Program. This program aims to honor exceptional contributions to the world of wild bird feeding, highlighting remarkable individuals, products, and retailers that help make our avian hobby thrive. …

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Member Spotlight – Karen Burns

WBFI Member Spotlight – Karen Burns   Karen Burns, Vice President of Operations at Cosmed Group and Board Member of WBFI, has been with WBFI since the 1980s when annual meetings were held in Kansas City, MO. At the time, meetings were held in conjunction with the Western Seedsmen, and Karen was one of the…

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