1,000 exhibitors expected as Mombasa agricultural show set to kick off

More than 1,000 exhibitors are anticipated to participate in the Mombasa International Agricultural Show, a six-day event scheduled to commence on September 2. The show will feature local and international exhibitors, farmers, students, and other agriculture sector professionals. During preparations, Mombasa Agricultural Show chairman Henry Nyaga expressed satisfaction with the large number of exhibitors, with over 250 local exhibitors already registered and six foreign companies confirmed.

The livestock section, with more than 700 animals, will also be a significant draw, offering farmers a chance to learn about improved breeds, including dairy cattle capable of producing at least 40 liters of milk daily. Nyaga encouraged farmers from the Coast region and nationwide to attend the event to learn about modern agricultural practices aimed at enhancing food security and household incomes.

The show will also showcase over 1,000 displays under the skilled farmer section, highlighting seeds, crops, and technologies. Agriculture stakeholders urged schools to participate, exposing students to modern farming techniques such as kitchen gardens and vertical farming. The government's push for greater investment and innovation in agriculture, exemplified by the Ministry of Agriculture's call for stakeholder input on budget priorities for the 2027/28 to 2029/30 fiscal years, underscores the event's importance.

The Mombasa Agricultural Show provides a platform for farmers to interact with experts, exhibitors, and companies, learning about technologies that can boost production and incomes.