FEED NIGERIA SUMMIT NOW SLATED FOR 2ND-3RD MAY.

The Feed Nigeria Summit has been rescheduled to hold on Tuesday, 2nd and Wednesday, 3rd May, 2017 at the Intercontinental Hotels, Victoria Island, Lagos. With the theme  “Feed Nigeria; To Feed Africa”,

Organized by Agronigeria, with technical support from the African Development Bank and the Songhai Centre for Development, the Feed Nigeria Summit is a key collaborative intervention between policymakers, the private agro-sector, the development community and the academia-research community to ensure the continued growth of the Nigerian agricultural sector, particularly for the benefit of the primary producers.

The Summit will feature a Special Session on the Home Grown School Feeding Programme (HGSFP) of the Federal Government, which shall be chaired by the Vice President, Prof Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, GCON, and will feature the Ministers of Agriculture (the Host Minister) and other key Ministers of the government. The need for this all-important discourse comes to the fore because AgroNigeria, and indeed the agro-private sector, firmly believe that, especially with multi-stakeholder buy-in, the HGSFP has massive potentials to promote inclusive growth in Nigerian agribusiness, boost the economic benefits accruable to smallholder farmers and increase the volume of domestic food production, while ramping up agro-industrial investments.

According to a statement made available to us by the organizers, the Keynote addresses will  be delivered by Prof (Fr) Godfrey Nzamujo, Director of the Songhai Centre, Porto Novo, Benin Republic and Ms. Atsuko Toda, Director of Agricultural Finance at the African Development Bank. Expected dignitaries include the Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki, the President of the African Development Bank, Dr Akinwunmi Adesina, key Governors and prominent players in the private agri-sector in Nigeria.

In the words of the Director-General of the Feed Nigeria Summit Secretariat, Barrister Richard-Mark Mbaram, the Summit is expected to tackle issues such as sustainable agriculture, the Nigerian imperative to feed Africa, policy dynamics in agri-sector competitiveness, nutrition, food systems enhancement and food security, value chains across the genres, including youth and gender inputs, best practices for improving farm productivity, and smart financing for sustainable growth in agriculture.

Key deliverables include agreements on how local production can assuage the needs of the HGSFP, mechanisms for Nigerian food companies and SMEs along the food value chain to engage in the HGSFP, key incentives and financing packages for agro-stakeholders, veritable and scalable initiatives for attracting investments and relevant regulatory and policy frameworks critical to the attainment of set objectives.

attendance at the Summit is strictly by invitation, registration can be accessed via the Summit website; www.feednigeria.ng

0VER 250 EXHIBITORS EXPECTED TO ATTEND FOOD WEST AFRICA CONFRENCE 2017.

Food West Africa provides the largest platform for both international and regional food and beverage companies to meet, network and establish business ties in Africa’s largest economy – Nigeria. Food West Africa 2017 is the place to be to source suppliers, manufacturers and distributors for those involved in the food and beverage industry.
The event comes up from 17th to 19th May 2017,  over 150 exhibitors from over 25 countries are expected to showcase their products at the largest Food & Beverage trading platform in West Africa .
According to the organizers exhibitors will the opportunity to meet industry leaders from regional, national and international organisations, over the three days, showcasing an extensive range of the latest products and services all under one roof. Registration is on going at  www.food-westafrica.com/en/home.htm


Food West Africa conference is a three-day multisector meeting which will discuss current issues in the food supply chain management. It will present latest modern channels of food distribution in the region, advances in food handling and logistics, updates on safety management, and regulations on importation and exportation.
It aims to provide a learning and networking avenue for the industry’s major stakeholders including food importers, exporters, distributors, agents, wholesalers, retailers from both new and traditional markets – to determine challenges and help improve current systems and procedures in doing business.
Regional experts from domestic and international large-scale food companies, government, local agencies, and associations will be represented and will give their insights on improved technologies and advanced measures on how to consolidate and implement better measures in food distribution retail in West Africa

EXPERT WARNS AGAINST LATE NIGHT FOOD.

 An  Ilorin-based medical practitioner, Dr Florence Adigun,on Wednesday advised Nigerians to reduce intake of solid foods. She disclosed this in Ilorin that eating too many kinds of carbohydrates has many bad effects on the body.

 The Medical practitioner advises Nigerians against frequent intake of solid foods Medical practitioner advises Nigerians against frequent intake of solid foods . Adigun disclosed this in Ilorin that eating too many kinds of carbohydrates has many bad effects on the body. The doctor also urged that people eat more of fruits and vegetables.

She further stated  that eating solid or heavy foods would lead to gaining body fat, weight and feeling stressed out. Adigun also explained that eating the right kind of carbohydrates was very beneficial, adding that it made loss of fat easier, while improving sleep and minimizing stress response. She also said it could improve athletic performance, make workouts feel better, eliminate food cravings and reduce tendency to over eat. Adigun, however, warned against eating late in the night, adding that the ideal time to eat should be between 7.00 p.m and 7.30 p.m.

She said that when foods were consumed late at night, anytime from after dinner and outside a person’s typical sleep and wake cycle, the body was more likely to store those calories as fat rather than burn it as energy.                          

GTbank Set to host 70 food exhibitors.

At the GTbank food and drink fair, there will be a wide variety of  food exhibitors  showcasing and selling food products ranging from fresh organic groceries to dry foods, confectionery and pastries, ready to eat consumables, top quality crockery and wine & champagnes.

In addition to the exhibition  and sales, the GTBank Food & Drink event will also offer culinary experiences such as food and wine tastings, cooking master classes with renowned International and Nigerian Chefs, outdoor grills and thrilling entertainment.

Fun seekers at the last edition. Photo:www.google.com

The exhibition will host more than 70 food exhibitors across 2,400m² of exhibition space within the Food & Drink Centre at Plot 1, Water Corporation drive, Oniru, Victoria-Island, Lagos on the 30^th of April and 1^st of May, 2017. Attendance is free. There will be Farmer's Market, Exhibitions and Master Classes. 

The GTBank Food & Drink weekend will offer a free platform for dozens of small businesses to increase brand visibility and sales, whilst showcasing the latest products, trends and innovations within the food industry. Guests will be afforded the opportunity to discover new and exciting brands, products, and innovations within the industry.

L K F STREET FOOD FESTIVAL IS HERE.

In 2017, HKMO and LKF Association  creating  the first Spice Market in Hong Kong. This festival is a celebration of both local and international spice food and drink. The vibrant multicultural nature of Hong Kong brings the best cuisines to our city. There will be an impressive lineup of street food, beer, cocktails, and entertainment. What better place to launch such a festival than Lan Kwai Fong itself and we hope that you can join us!

We are now looking for Folk Art vendors!!

Venue: Lan Kwai Fong(Outdoor)

Application Form: https://hkmarkets.typeform.com/to/vSJp1u

Ruminant Nutrition Insight Day .

Ruminant Nutrition Insight Day run by Eurofins Agro, in collaboration with Schothorst Feed Research, the  day will focus on two main topics.  First, the features and benefits of dried  NIRS forage analysis.  Dried NIRS analysis provides more accurate and  practical information on forage quality than conventional fresh NIRS analysis. Second a discussion, led by Schothorst Feed Research, on different feed evaluation models. Date is 11th May ,2017 at  the London Suite, situated within the grounds of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Set in 15 acres, these beautifully landscaped gardens are home to over 7,000 different plants.

 Eurofins Agro supports farmers, feed companies and agricultural consultants through the provision of analytical testing of forage, hay, and other feedstuffs. This service enables livestock farmers to optimise animal rations, whilst keeping costs low. 

In addition, Eurofins Agro provides comprehensive testing of a range of other agricultural materials including soil, compost, manure, fertiliser, water and hydroponic solutions. While Schothorst Feed Research is an international company that provides independent and expert research on a wide variety of feed-related areas.

The event is free to attend, but registration is required as space is limited at IsobelDaley@eurofins.com

FARMING FIT FOR FOOD COMES UP IN JUNE.

Farming Fit For Food is a one-day event that will explore how farming, in partnership with the food industry, can rise to the challenge of changing food and dietary requirements.

Organised by Nuffield UK and sponsored by Frontier, the focus of the conference is in response to the rising consumer interest in healthy food options, coupled with the simultaneous rise in diet-related public health issues, such as obesity and diabetes.

With the help of world-renowned experts, it will explore the implications of these changing needs on farming, how farmers, the food industry and health professionals can work together to respond to these challenges and the opportunities these new demands present.

Farming Fit For Food is a must-visit for anyone working, or involved with, the farming, food, health and sustainable industries, who have a vision to create a food system in which nutrition sits at the heart of growing, producing and selling food.

The event  comes un on Thursday, 8th June 2017 

STEPHEN FELL ,Conference Day Chairman.

 at the East Midlands Conference Centre,  located two miles from the city of Nottingham and is set within 330 acres of the University of Nottingham’s landscaped parkland.

Adjacent to the Conference Centre is the award-winning 4* accommodation DeVere Orchard Hotel which architects designed using the latest state-of-the-art technology to be eco-friendly, to minimise environmental impact and reduce carbon emissions. The venue has excellent transport links by road and rail, and also provides ample car parking for delegates.

For futher details log on to: www.nottinghamconferences.co.uk/emcc