Popcorn Board
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Popcorn Board is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the popularity and consumption of popcorn in the United States. It operates under a checkoff program, funded by assessments on popcorn processors.
Mission
The mission of the Popcorn Board is to raise awareness of popcorn as a nutritious, fun, and versatile snack. Through promotional campaigns, educational programs, and research, the board works to increase demand for popcorn and to highlight its health benefits and culinary uses.
Parent organization
The Popcorn Board operates under the oversight of the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) within the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Legislation
The board was established under the provisions of the Popcorn Promotion, Research, and Consumer Information Act, which authorizes the creation of research and promotion boards for specific commodities.
Partners
- Popcorn processors and manufacturers
- Retailers and foodservice industries
- Educational and health organizations
Number of employees
The number of employees is not publicly specified.
Organization structure
The board consists of members elected from the popcorn processing industry. It includes:
- Board of Directors managing overall strategy and policy.
- Committees such as Marketing, Research, and Education, focusing on specific areas of the mission.
List of programs
- Popcorn Health and Nutrition Research
- Culinary and Consumer Education
- Industry Events and Promotions
- Popcorn Recipes and Inspiration
Last total enacted budget
The budget for the Popcorn Board is not publicly itemized.
Leader
The executive leadership of the Popcorn Board is not publicly disclosed on their website.
Services provided
The Popcorn Board provides services like developing marketing campaigns to increase popcorn consumption, conducting research on popcorn's health benefits, offering educational resources for consumers and professionals, and promoting popcorn's role in various dietary and lifestyle contexts.
Regulations overseen
The Popcorn Board does not oversee regulations but operates within the framework set by AMS for commodity promotion boards.
Headquarters address
One Fun Place, Sioux City, IA 51108
Website
Wikipedia article
There is no specific Wikipedia article for the Popcorn Board; however, information might be found under topics related to agricultural promotion boards or popcorn industry in the U.S.