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Given
the unique culture and the native influences on Alaska, many people are
proud to share their unique talents by offering products that they make in our great state. There
is a program in place titled 'Made in Alaska' or "MIA' for short) to promote
the sale of and to
authenticate Alaskan made goods. The very appropriate black and white seal of a mother bear with
her bear cub is unmistakable and guarantees
a product to be manufactured and/or assembled in Alaska.
In order for a
manufacturer to use the seal/logo, they must
first apply for a permit from a Made in Alaska agent or the Office of Economic
Development. The MIA program offers workshops for those interested in obtaining
a permit, frequent newsletters and also listings of exhibits and shows
that are chock full of MIA goods. Click
here for more
information.
Strict
criteria must be met for a permit to be approved. The
seal assures a buyer that the goods they are purchasing are truly Alaskan and
made with the highest quality standards. The permit is used for all types of products - from syrups and
jellies to aircraft parts; handmade Eskimo
dolls to bullet-proof trailers; bamboo fishing rods to beer; leather and fur clothing to reindeer and buffalo dog treats! The listing is extensive and continues to grow.
Yet another example of Alaska
pride!
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