Agrofood Nigeria is set to make history in 2026 as the 11th edition records its strongest international participation ever, reaffirming its status as West Africa’s leading agrofood and packaging business platform.
Scheduled to hold from 24 to 26 March 2026 at the Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, the exhibition is expected to attract thousands of industry decision-makers, investors, manufacturers, and solution providers from Nigeria and across the region.
Organised by fairtrade Messe in cooperation with Modion Communications, agrofood Nigeria 2026 will provide a focused marketplace spanning agriculture, food and beverage technology, food ingredients, packaging, and finished products — all under one roof.
International Participation
This year’s edition will feature over 100 exhibitors from 14 countries across Africa, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and North America — marking the most extensive global presence in the event’s history.
Participating countries include:
Belgium, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Malaysia, the Netherlands, Nigeria, Poland, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
The exhibition is designed to promote face-to-face engagement, encourage technology transfer, strengthen supply chains, and support informed investment decisions across West Africa’s agrofood ecosystem.
Netherlands Named Guest of Honour
After eight consecutive years of participation, the Netherlands assumes the role of Guest of Honour for 2026.
Led by the Netherlands Consulate-General in Lagos, about 20 Dutch companies will showcase advanced innovations in horticulture, greenhouse systems, seed technologies, food processing, agrologistics, and climate-smart agriculture — reinforcing the country’s reputation as a global agricultural powerhouse.
Strong National Pavilions
Several countries will feature dedicated national pavilions, including:
Belgium/Flanders Pavilion, organised by Flanders Investment & Trade
China Pavilion, featuring over 20 exhibitors in processing and packaging technologies
German Pavilion, supported by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and industry associations, with companies such as GEA Group and Krones AG showcasing advanced “Made in Germany” solutions
India Participation, highlighting premium agricultural commodities and value-addition solutions
South Africa – Western Cape Pavilion, supported by the Western Cape Department of Agriculture
USA Participation, led by the Food Export Association of the Midwest and Northeast USA, introducing American suppliers to Nigerian buyers
Nigeria will also be strongly represented, with leading local agribusinesses and food processors leveraging the platform to expand partnerships and regional market access.
Bigger, More Targeted Layout for 2026
The 2026 edition introduces an optimised hall structure to enhance visitor experience:
Hall 1: Food + Beverage Technology & Packaging
Hall 2: Agro & Food + Hospitality
Hall 3: Food Ingredients
With thousands of targeted business meetings expected, organisers say the event continues to evolve into a regional hub for agro-industrial innovation and investment.
Nigeria’s Growing Agrofood Market
Industry data highlights the sector’s growth potential:
Nigeria imported €265 million worth of food and packaging technology in 2024.
Packaging technology imports alone reached €121 million.
The Nigerian food market is projected to reach $233.53 billion in 2025, with strong annual growth expected through 2030.
Despite local investments, food imports stood at $6.1 billion in 2023, compared to $2.2 billion in exports.
These figures underscore the urgent need for processing capacity, value addition, and export competitiveness — gaps agrofood Nigeria aims to address.
A Trusted Global Platform
Founded in 1991, fairtrade Messe has organised international trade fairs across Africa and the Middle East, connecting emerging markets with global solution providers. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified and a member of UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry.
Event Details
Event: agrofood Nigeria 2026 (11th Edition)
Date: 24–26 March 2026
Venue: Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos
Summary
With record-breaking global participation, strong institutional backing, and expanded exhibition space, agrofood Nigeria 2026 is poised to deepen international partnerships, accelerate technology adoption, and position Nigeria as a competitive agro-industrial hub in West Africa.#
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