International AgriBusiness Forum 2010: Business Opportunities for Indian Companies / ICRISAT and CII to boost Indian agro-food sector participation at AgriBusiness Forum
KAMPALA, Uganda, May 28, 2010/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Kampala, the bustling capital city of Uganda, is the official host city of the 2010 edition of the AgriBusiness Forum jointly organised by the Government of the Republic of Uganda and Brussels-based EMRC. Following the success of EMRC’s AgriBusiness Forum 2009, which saw over 400 delegates gathering for the four day forum held on African shores for the first time, in Cape Town, South Africa, EMRC is proud to hold the Forum for the second time in Africa and hopes for a strong representation of the Indian agro-food sector in Kampala.
“We have chosen Uganda as the host country as not only does it present excellent business incentives to attract foreign direct investment, it also provides a great example of an African agriculture-based economy with substantial natural resources and an impressive economic growth rate. Today, India ranks among the top 5 worldwide in farm output and agriculture plays a great role in India’s socio-economic development. Together with ICRISAT and CII, we invite and encourage any interested players from the Indian agro-food sector to join us in the bustling city of Kampala in October.” Idit Miller, EMRC Managing Director.
The EMRC AgriBusiness Forum 2010 will focus on the theme of “Food Security: a Business Opportunity” with the overall aim of boosting the African agro-food sector through the design, planning and implementation of diverse agricultural projects. Discussions and presentations will explore best practices and expertise and successful case studies relating to the theme. The tailor-made EMRC Business-to-Business sessions, which enable delegates to take part in one-on-one meetings will facilitate cross-continental and inter-continental business introductions and partnerships that will propel the implementation of the collaborative ideas planted at the forum. Current AgriBusiness Forum 2010 partners include FAO, Rabobank, USAID, Stanbic Bank, Syngenta Foundation, Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund (AECF), the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA), Windrock International, the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), KPMG as well as the host and principal partner, the Government of the Republic of Uganda.
Over 400 delegates from Africa, Europe, America and Asia are expected, representing the private and public sector, international organisations, micro-financers, investors, bankers, agriculturalists, NGOs, project developers, owners and more. In preparation for this prestigious event, the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) will be responsible for the coordination of the Indian representation at the AgriBusiness Forum 2010, while the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) will mobilize its members to participate
“ICRISAT continues to champion public-private partnership in agricultural research for development. Being headquartered in India, and our presence and work in Africa, give us the platform and the opportunity to support and enhance South-South collaboration which includes agri-business networking and partnership between Indian and African companies.” William Dar, ICRISAT Director General.
For further information, please contact:
Caterina Giulano
EMRC, AgriBusiness Forum Project Manager
Tel. : +32 2 626 1514
Fax : +32 2 626 1516
Brussels, Belgium
cg@emrc.be
About EMRC
Established in 1992 in Brussels, EMRC is a non-profit International Association composed of a network of entrepreneurs, financiers, consultants and officials based throughout the world. EMRC’s mission is to lead the private sector in Africa to sustainable economic development and to drive regional change via partnerships.
About AgriBusiness Forum
An annual business Forum that aims to contribute to the sustainable economic growth of Africa by further developing its agriculture and agro-food industry, with the expertise, experience and involvement of knowledgeable individuals and institutions. The event gathers industry leaders, cooperatives, SMEs, Financiers, Government Officals, NGOs, Researchers, Int’l Organisations, Multinationals and Donors.
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