Nigeria’s ambition to build a competitive and industrialised food economy is gaining renewed momentum as agrofood Nigeria 2026 prepares to convene key players across the agro-allied value chain.
With agriculture contributing more than 22 percent to the nation’s GDP, stakeholders say the country must urgently tackle persistent challenges such as limited processing capacity, post-harvest losses, rising food inflation, and dependence on imports. The 11th edition of agrofood Nigeria is therefore set to shift focus from primary production to industrial competitiveness, value addition, and export readiness.
Netherlands Leads as Guest of Honour
The Netherlands, globally recognised as one of the most advanced agri-food economies and the second-largest agricultural exporter in the world, will headline the event as Guest of Honour and Lead Country Pavilion Exhibitor.
Dutch exhibitors are expected to showcase cutting-edge solutions in food processing, seed technology, cold chain logistics, packaging, horticulture, and sustainable production systems — offering tested models that could accelerate Nigeria’s agro-industrial scale-up.
Over 15 Countries Confirm Participation
Organisers disclosed that exhibitors from more than 15 countries will participate in the 2026 edition, further cementing agrofood Nigeria’s reputation as West Africa’s leading international agro-industrial marketplace.
Confirmed country pavilions include:
Netherlands – Guest of Honour
Germany – Food processing and packaging engineering
China – Processing machinery and automation technologies
Belgium – Precision farming and circular production systems
South Africa (Western Cape Pavilion) – Regional capabilities showcase
The international showcases are designed to facilitate technology transfer, strategic partnerships, and investment opportunities across Nigeria’s food value chains.
Agrofood Nigeria 2026 to Address Macroeconomics and Export Growth
Day One: Economic Outlook
Day One of the conference will feature respected economist Bismarck Rewane, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Financial Derivatives Company Limited.
He is expected to present a data-driven analysis of inflation trends, foreign exchange pressures, cost of capital, consumer demand, and broader investment signals influencing Nigeria’s agribusiness and food manufacturing sectors.
Day Two: Trade and AfCFTA Opportunities
On Day Two, Yemi Kale, Group Chief Economist at the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), will lead discussions on trade competitiveness and export-led growth.
The sessions will examine how Nigeria’s agro-allied industries can leverage opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to transition from domestic scale to regional and global value chains.
Industry Bodies Rally Support
Leading business associations have expressed strong backing for the initiative, including:
Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA)
Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN)
Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI)
Stakeholders emphasised that improving food security and boosting export competitiveness will require policy clarity, private sector investment, technology adoption, and adherence to global quality standards.
According to organisers, Nigeria’s food challenge is no longer about production alone, but about industrialising the sector, reducing losses, and positioning local products to meet international benchmarks.
Event Details
Event: agrofood Nigeria 2026 (11th Edition)
Dates: 24–26 March 2026
Venue: Landmark Centre, Victoria Island Annex, Lagos
Guest of Honour: Netherlands
Overview
agrofood Nigeria 2026 is expected to serve as a high-level business and policy platform aimed at accelerating Nigeria’s agro-industrial transformation. With strong international participation and expert-led discussions, the event seeks to reposition the country’s food sector toward industrial efficiency, value addition, and export-driven growth.#
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