The 7th International Agrofood Ghana and Plastprintpack Exhibition have kickstart at the Accra International Conference Centre, uniting exhibitors and industry professionals from 15 countries to discover new ideas in agriculture, food processing, and packaging.
Countries taking part include China, Cote d’Ivoire, Egypt, Germany, Ghana, India, Kenya, the Netherlands, Nigeria, South Africa, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates.
The exhibition showcases advanced technologies, products, and solutions aimed at fulfilling the demands of Ghana’s fast-growing agri-food sector and the wider West African market. It also features a high-level conference program where policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators discuss strategies for sustainable growth, attracting investment, and regional industrialization.
Mr. Paul Maerz, Managing Director of Agrofood Ghana, mentioned that the 2025 edition signifies a strong partnership among institutional partners dedicated to enhancing Ghana’s position as a regional center for agro-industrial excellence.
“Our aim is to draw in investment, encourage innovation, and foster long-term sustainable growth within Ghana’s agri-food ecosystem,” Maerz expressed.
Key highlights of the event include: the Netherlands Pavilion, which displays top-notch Dutch innovations in sustainable agri-tech, the ITC Pavilion, featuring joint exhibitors from Nigeria and Cote d’Ivoire, and the South Africa Pavilion, which highlights advanced solutions in food, beverage, and packaging.
Mr. Maerz also shared that Ghana’s agri-food sector is growing quickly, with food and beverage technology imports increasing from $59 million in 2017 to $80 million in 2024. He mentioned that with Ghana’s population expected to hit 80 million by 2050, the country is set to become one of Africa’s fastest-growing consumer markets.
Event organizers encouraged participants to transform “opportunities into impact” and “partnerships into measurable progress,” thanking all partners, exhibitors, and delegates for their efforts in promoting Ghana’s and West Africa’s industrial development.
A representative from the German Embassy praised Ghana’s commitment to sustainability, highlighting the nation’s investments in climate-smart agriculture and green industrial policies. He pointed out Germany’s collaboration with Ghana in enhancing climate resilience, renewable energy, and circular economy models suited to local conditions.
The German official emphasized the importance of partnership and cooperation in reaching the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), urging for regionally based solutions to tackle global issues like climate change.
Maerz wrapped up by commending Ghana’s increasing role in global sustainability discussions, noting that the country is not just participating but leading through local initiatives and innovative policy frameworks.
Among the event’s highlights are, the Netherlands Pavilion, which displays top-notch Dutch innovations in sustainable agri-tech, the ITC Pavilion, featuring joint exhibitors from Nigeria and Cote d’Ivoire, and the South Africa Pavilion, which showcases advanced food, beverage, and packaging solutions.