Held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on 2 and 3 September 2026, the event is running alongside the 3rd Future Food Livestock & Poultry Expo to form an unparalleled convergence of agri-trade, innovation, and investment spanning the entire food and agriculture value chain.
This is not a regional event with regional ambitions; it is a global platform anchored in the world’s most exciting agricultural frontier, and it’s happening at precisely the right time.
Why Africa, and why now?
Africa holds more than 60% of the world’s uncultivated arable land, is home to a rapidly expanding middle class, and represents one of the fastest-growing food markets on the planet. With the continent’s population projected to double by 2050, its agriculture sector isn’t just a development story; it is a global business opportunity of unprecedented scale. Companies that establish a foothold here today are positioning themselves for decades of growth that few other markets can offer.
Tanzania, in particular, is emerging as one of East Africa’s most dynamic agricultural economies. With fertile land, a strategic coastal location, and a government actively investing in agri-infrastructure, the capital Dar es Salaam serves as a natural gateway for businesses looking to enter or expand across East and Central Africa.
The city’s port connectivity, improving logistics networks, and growing commercial ecosystem make it ideal for forging distribution partnerships, scouting suppliers, and launching new products into one of the continent’s most promising markets.
“Africa is not the market of the future. It is the market of today. The businesses that build relationships here now will lead the next decade of global agri-food trade,” says Tahir Abdul Bari, founder and CEO of event management company TAB Group, organiser of the Africa Agri Expo.
What to expect at the expo
The Africa Agri Expo is built to deliver genuine business value – not just a trade floor, but an ecosystem of deals, dialogue, and discovery.
Over two full days, exhibitors and attendees have access to live product demonstrations and launches spanning crop production, smart farming, irrigation systems, post-harvest technology, agricultural inputs, machinery, and digital agriculture tools. The expo floor is where manufacturers meet buyers, where technology meets adoption, and where new market relationships are born.
Through the Future Food Livestock & Poultry Expo, a dedicated zone covers animal nutrition, veterinary solutions, breeding technologies, cold chain infrastructure, and processing equipment, making this one of the very few events in Africa where agri-food and livestock businesses can engage a shared, crossover audience under one roof.
High-level conference sessions and panel discussions bring together industry experts, government representatives, and thought leaders to address the defining issues of African agriculture today: climate-smart farming, food security, agri-finance, and the role of youth in building the continent’s agricultural future.
Grow your business
The Africa Agri Expo 2026 offers every business a meaningful way to participate. Exhibitors gain direct access to thousands of qualified buyers, importers, and distributors, with dedicated demonstration space to showcase products and generate on-floor leads. For companies looking to enter new African markets or deepen existing relationships, there is no more efficient platform on the continent.
Sponsorship packages place your brand at the very centre of the event, from the opening ceremony to conference sessions and networking breaks. Premium visibility across all event touchpoints, logo placement on signage, lanyards, digital screens, and complimentary delegate passes make sponsorship a powerful brand investment that reaches a senior, decision-making audience precisely when they are evaluating solutions and suppliers.
For organisations looking to lead the conversation, speaking opportunities during the conference programme offer the chance to present research, share insights, or facilitate panel discussions, establishing thought leadership, driving media coverage, and building stakeholder relationships that extend well beyond the event itself.
Whichever path you choose, your association with Africa’s premier agricultural expo is a strategic entry point into one of the world’s fastest-growing agri-food economies.
Marking a decade of impact
Reaching the 10th edition of the Africa Agri Expo is no small milestone. Over the past decade, the expo has helped thousands of businesses forge meaningful connections, facilitated significant trade deals, and played a meaningful role in raising the profile of African agriculture on the world stage.
The 2026 edition is a celebration of this journey and a confident step into the next chapter, with a broader audience, a larger exhibition floor, and the added reach of the Future Food Livestock & Poultry Expo making this the most compelling edition yet.
Register. Exhibit. Sponsor. Partner.
Be part of Africa’s most important agricultural business event of 2026. Whether you’re an exhibitor ready to showcase your solutions, a sponsor looking to lead the conversation, a speaker with insights to share, or a delegate looking to source, network, and learn, your seat at the table is waiting. Secure your participation today and take your place at the heart of African agribusiness.
For more information, email [email protected], or visit africa-agriexpo.com.
Conference agenda 2nd & 3rd September, 2026 | Dar-ES-SALAM Tanzania [09:00 AM – 05:30 PM (GMT+3) East Africa Time]
Conference Theme: Driving Africa’s Agri-Food and Livestock Transformation through Innovation, Technology, Investment & Sustainability
DAY 1 – 2nd September, 2026
08:30 AM Tanzania Time Onwards | REGISTRATION
09:00 AM Tanzania Time: OPENING CEREMONY
09:20 AM – 10:30 AM Tanzania Time: SESSION 1 – (Inaugural Session) Strengthening Government Support for Africa’s Agri-Food and Livestock Transformation
- Welcome Remarks & Introduction – By Mr. Tahir A. Bari, CEO & MD, TAB Group (Organizer)
- Opening KEYNOTE Address from Ministry of Agriculture Tanzania
- National and county-level policy frameworks supporting agriculture and livestock
- Incentives, subsidies, and financing mechanisms for farmers and agribusinesses
- Agricultural Solution for Sustainable Development in Africa
- Public-Private collaboration for improving productivity, market access and Food Security
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Tanzania Time: SESSION 2 – Next-Gen Agri Inputs: Fertilizers & Crop protection for Higher Yields
- Innovative farming techniques and fertilizer efficiency for Tanzanian farming systems
- Soil health restoration and climate-smart nutrient management
- Role of fertilizers, bio stimulants, biologicals, and crop protection solutions in increasing yields
- Responsible use of agrochemicals and sustainable input application
- Balancing productivity with soil, water, and environmental health
- Regulatory landscape for agri-inputs in Tanzania and East Africa
- Improving input access, affordability, and last-mile distribution for farmers
- Importance of soil testing and precision nutrient management
12:00 PM – 01:30 PM Tanzania Time SESSION 3 – Animal Health, Nutrition and Feed Boosting Productivity in Livestock and Poultry in Africa
- Animal health and nutrition solutions for cattle, poultry, dairy, and small ruminants
- Improving feed efficiency and reducing production costs
- Strengthening veterinary services, diagnostics, and vaccine cold-chain systems
- One Health approach linking animal, human, and environmental health
- Feed formulation innovations and alternative protein sources
- Commercial poultry opportunities in Tanzania
- Disease surveillance, prevention, and biosecurity in livestock value chains
- Regulatory standards and quality control in feed manufacturing
01:30 PM – 02:30 PM Tanzania Time – NETWORKING BREAK – Visit Booth/ Lounges
02:30 PM – 03:00 PM Tanzania Time: SESSION 4 – Agriculture Mechanization, Technology and Smart Irrigation from Smallholder Tools to Commercial Farming Systems
- Agriculture mechanization pathways for Africa
- Smart irrigation and water management for productivity and resilience
- Digital agriculture, drones, AI-based farm monitoring, and precision farming tools
- Farm machinery, equipment access models, and mechanization services
- Post-harvest handling, storage, and processing technologies
- Irrigation investment opportunities across Tanzania’s agricultural corridors
03:00 PM – 04:30 PM Tanzania Time: SESSION 5 – Closing the Funding Gap: Strategic Incentives for Transformative Agricultural, Livestock and Food Financing in Africa
- Unlocking public and private finance for food systems transformation
- Investment opportunities for domestic and international agribusiness players in Tanzania
- Blended finance, agritech financing, and SME capital access
- Reducing risk in agricultural lending and insurance
- Financing women- and youth-led agribusinesses
- Measures to address food security through finance and investment
- Building locally anchored strategies for more inclusive and sustainable agricultural growth
04:30 PM – 05:00 PM Tanzania Time – NETWORKING BREAK – Network and meet Exhibitors at Booths and Visit Lounges
05:30 PM TanzaniaTime – End of DAY
DAY 2 – 3rd September 2026
09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Tanzania Time: SESSION 6 Regional and Local Perspectives: Unlocking Tanzania’s Agricultural and Livestock Potential
- Regional opportunities in agriculture and livestock across Tanzania
- Transforming agriculture for economic growth and job creation
- Strategies to attract investment into regional value chains
- Enhancing value chains for crops, livestock, fisheries, and agro-processing
- Policy frameworks to strengthen food security and competitiveness
- Balancing profitability with environmental sustainability
- Infrastructure, logistics, storage, and market linkages
10:30 AM – 11:30 PM Tanzania Time: SESSION 7 – Is Africa Ready for Sustainable Agrochemicals, Fertilizers & Biological Inputs for better Soil Health?
SESSION 7 – Is Africa Ready for Sustainable Agrochemicals, Fertilizers & Biological Inputs for Better Soil Health?
- Role of fertilizers in achieving food security in Tanzania
- Soil health management and sustainable fertilizer practices
- Availability, affordability, and distribution of fertilizers in Africa
- Supply-chain management of agrochemicals and bio-fertilizers
- Plant growth regulators and biological inputs for improved performance
- Tracking plant and soil health using technology
- Strengthening regulation, stewardship, and farmer awareness
- Building resilient input markets for smallholder farmers
11:30 PM – 01:00 PM Tanzania Time: SESSION 8 – Building Resilient Poultry and Livestock Systems Feed, Health, Packaging and Policy Integration
- Opportunities and barriers in feed manufacturing in East Africa
- Livestock genetics, breeding, and productivity improvement
- Animal health systems, veterinary services, and disease preparedness
- Poultry and livestock packaging, processing, and cold-chain opportunities
- Policy coordination for stronger livestock and poultry systems
- Commercialization of dairy, beef, poultry, and aquaculture value chains
- Strengthening SMEs in livestock input and processing markets
01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Tanzania Time | NETWORKING BREAK – Visit Booths / Lounges
02:00 PM – 03:00 PM Tanzania Time: SESSION 9 – Feeding Africa Sustainably Rethinking Agribusiness Models for Food Security
- Building resilient agribusiness models for Tanzania and Africa
- Food safety and public-health-oriented risk management across the food value chain
- Role of innovation, research, and farmer advisory systems in boosting food security
- Inclusive agribusiness models for smallholders, cooperatives, and SMEs
- Sustainable sourcing, processing, and market access
- Reducing post-harvest losses and improving food system efficiency
03:00 PM – 04:30 PM Tanzania Time: SESSION 10 – The Road Ahead Building Tanzania’s and Africa’s Agri-Food Future
- From farm to fork: strengthening sustainable agricultural value chains
- Local value addition and agro-processing as engines of growth
- Export readiness, standards, and competitiveness in regional and global markets
- Youth and women as drivers of agri-food transformation
- Future outlook for smart farming, livestock modernization, and climate resilience
- Partnerships needed to accelerate Africa’s agri-food future
Vote of Thanks – By Mr. Tahir A. Bari, MD & CEO, TAB Group
04:35 PM – 05:00 PM Tanzania Time – Felicitation Ceremony
END OF CONFERENCE
05:00 PM – 05:30 PM Tanzania Time – NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK
Exhibition Open from 09:00 AM – 05:30 PM – Network and meet Exhibitors at Booths and Visit Lounges
*Please Note: The above agenda is subject to change. Kindly check with the Organizers for the most updated version at the Registration Desk at the venue.
