Profood Propack & Agbiz Exhibition from August 4 at BMICH

The Sri Lanka Food Processors Association (SLFPA) and Lanka Exhibition and Conference Services Pvt. Ltd (LECS) hosted 20th edition of the Profood Propack & Agbiz Exhibition, will be held from August 4 to 6, 2023, at the BMICH Exhibition Center, Colombo.

The event is endorsed and supported by the Ministry of Industries, the National Agribusiness Council, and the Institute of Food Science and Technology Sri Lanka. This landmark event, the largest trade fair in Sri Lanka dedicated to agriculture, food, beverage and packaging, the Profood Propack & Agbiz Exhibition has significantly contributed to the macroeconomic growth of the country.

President of the Sri Lanka Food Processors Association, Delano Dias, stated, “The exhibition has played a pivotal role in widening the scope of the food processing industry. With expanding markets and growing demand, it is crucial that we fully tap into the potential of cultivating, producing, processing, and packaging food and drinks.”

“This exhibition provides a platform to showcase the industry’s advancements, and it continues to be an important driver of growth for Sri Lanka.”

The exhibition offers numerous opportunities for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to display and promote their products. SMEs play a vital role in the industry’s growth, and this event enables them to gain exposure, build relationships, and explore potential collaborations with key stakeholders.

Chairman of the Profood and Propack 2023 Organizing Committee, Vasantha Chandrapala,said their focus is on agriculture, food processing, packaging, and knowledge sharing.

“We have partnered with nine universities to showcase their innovations, and at the end of each day, we will evaluate their presentations,” he said.