Eastern Africa Grain Council’s agribusiness expo set for this month
The Eastern Africa Grain Council has announced that the 12the edition of its agribusiness expo is set for June 28 and 29 in Masindi.
Addressing journalists on Wednesday, Gerald Masila, the EAGC Executive Director said the expo will be held at the Kihonda Demonstration Centre in Masindi District, Uganda
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“As EAGC continues to facilitate grain trade in the region, we are committed to working with the government to open regional markets for Uganda’s exports. Strengthening the food systems in Uganda is essential for achieving sustenance quickly,” Masila said.
“The expo therefore seeks to promote sustainable food systems and climate-smart agriculture, bringing together stakeholders from agribusiness, finance, and manufacturing sectors.”
According to Masila, held under the theme “Promoting sustainable food systems and climate-smart agriculture for inclusive trade and wealth creation,” the expo will feature crop demonstrations, livestock displays, machinery exhibitions, and business-to-business meetings.
He noted that at least 3000 farmers and other stakeholders are expected to attend the two day expo.
Masindi LC5 chairperson, Cosmos Byaruhanga welcomed the agribusiness expo to his area.
“The expo complements our efforts to position Masindi District in the East African Markets and beyond. As an agricultural district that thrives on food and livestock production and being the largest maize producing district in the country producing approximately 21,000 metric tons annually, this event is a significant opportunity for us,” he said.
Emmanuel Asiimwe, the country director of the East African Grain Council, said the expo has this year been expanded.
“This year, we have expanded our reach by attracting farmers from regions such as the Bunyoro-Kitara subregion, West Nile, Teso, Acholi, and Lango subregion. We aim to improve the food systems and ensure greater productivity and sustainability across these regions.”
