The landmark 11th edition of agrofood Nigeria concluded at Landmark Centre, Lagos, marking its most successful and internationally diverse showing to date. From 24 to 26 March 2026, the exhibition served as a high-octane hub for the entire agricultural value chain, connecting over 130 global exhibitors with thousands of senior decision-makers from across West Africa.
Organised by fairtrade Messe in cooperation with Modion Communications, agrofood Nigeria serves as a highly focused marketplace for investment, innovation, and business development across the entire value chain, from agriculture and food and beverage processing to ingredients, packaging, and finished food products.
For professionals seeking capacity expansion, operational optimisation, product innovation, market diversification, or enhanced retail positioning, the exhibition offered direct access to proven technologies, reliable suppliers, and new investment opportunities in one concentrated setting.
Strong International Presence
The 2026 edition featured a record-breaking international presence. A total of 138 exhibitors from 17 countries showcased a vast array of solutions across food and beverage processing, packaging and ingredients, cold chain and logistics, and agriculture and food production. Participating countries included global powerhouses such as China, Germany, India, Italy, UK, and USA.
The Netherlands was the official Guest of Honour, reflecting the strong partnership between Nigeria and the European nation, highlighting the Dutch expertise in the agrofood sector.
agrofood Conference: Shaping Future of West Africa’s Agrofood & Packaging Industries
The 2026 agrofood Nigeria conference programme brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and technology providers to discuss key developments shaping Nigeria’s food, beverage, and packaging sectors.
Across several expert sessions and panel discussions, participants could explore market trends, investment opportunities, and innovations, making the event an important meeting point for professionals across the West African agrofood industry.
Strong Support from Local and Global Institutions
With backing from over 20 leading organisations – including international chambers, government ministries, trade agencies, and industry associations – agrofood Nigeria 2026 reinforced its position as West Africa’s leading business and innovation hub for the agrofood and packaging sectors.
The 8th edition of West African Cold Chain Summit & Exhibition (WACCSE) was once again co-located alongside agrofood Nigeria 2026.
Nigeria Emerges West Africa’s Food & Packaging Investment Hub
Driven by rapid population growth and a booming consumer market, Nigeria has solidified its position as West Africa’s primary destination for agrofood and packaging technology. According to data from VDMA, Nigeria’s imports of food and packaging technology reached €265 million in 2024, with packaging technology imports alone accounting for €121 million. This investment surge is essential to meet the needs of a population projected to soar from 238 million in 2025 to 411 million by 2050.
According to Statista, the domestic food market is projected to reach around $233.53 billion in 2025, with an expected annual growth rate of 10.76% from 2025 to 2030. Despite significant investments in local food production, WTO figures show Nigeria’s food imports at $6.1 billion in 2023, positioning the nation as one of Africa’s foremost food importers. Nigeria contributed $2.2 billion in food exports to the global economy.
West Africa’s Leading Annual Platform for Agrofood & Packaging Industries
By enabling direct engagement with international solution providers, agrofood Nigeria promotes technology transfer, strengthens supply chains, and supports informed investment decisions across Nigeria and the wider West African market.
