Agri Vietnam 2024 opens in Ho Chi Minh City
The 4th International Exhibition and Conference on Machinery, Equipment, Supplies, Chemicals and Agricultural Products in Vietnam – Agri Vietnam 2024 opened in Ho Chi Minh City on Wednesday, attracting over 100 exhibitors from 14 countries and territories.
People are at a display booth at the Agri Vietnam 2024. Photo courtesy of Vietnam News Agency.
The event, held annually by the Minh Vi Exhibitions and Advertisement Services Co. Ltd. (VEAS) with support from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, is a rendezvous for producers, suppliers, distributors, and oranganisations in the agricultural sector to meet and seek business opportunities.
The three-day Agri Vietnam 2024 showcases advanced, efficient and safe products and solutions in the agricultural sector. This year, it features special display areas to honor high-quality agricultural products of the country, including one for export rice and another for items under the One Commune, One Product (OCOP) programme.
Coming to the exhibition, enterprises and producers can learn about the latest agricultural products, techniques and technologies while exchanging experience in promoting green and circular economy towards sustainable development.
Specifically, a seminar hosted by leading industry experts is expected to help businesses update the latest technology trends and market developments. Participants can get connected with one another to seek partners and sign contracts through business-to-business events.
The exhibition is expected to attract more than 4,000 domestic and international visitors.
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