SL showcases organic excellence at Middle East Expo

The Consulate General of Sri Lanka to Dubai and Northern Emirates, in collaboration with the Export Development Board (EDB), organized Sri Lanka’s participation in the Middle East Organic and Natural Product Expo 2023, which was held from December 12 to 14, at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

Over 16 Sri Lankan organic food and fertilizer companies showcased diverse offerings at the Expo.

Sri Lanka’s participation was organized with the aim of promoting its organic and natural food sector on the global stage and demonstrated the nation’s commitment to sustainable and eco-friendly agri practices.

A diverse array of Sri Lankan companies specializing in organic fertilizers, organic food, herbal products and coir products took part. The Sri Lankan pavilion at the Middle East Organic and Natural Product Expo provided a unique platform for business networking and collaboration opportunities. Visitors to the Expo were able to explore a wide range of products, from organic fertilizers to premium organic foods, herbal remedies, and sustainable coir products.

The Consulate General of Sri Lanka encouraged all stakeholders, industry professionals, and visitors who attended the Middle East Organic and Natural Product Expo 2023 to engage with the Sri Lankan exhibitors and explore the exceptional offerings that showcase the island nation’s rich heritage of organic agriculture and natural products. The event also had an action station serving authentic Sri Lankan cuisine using organic and natural ingredients such as coconut milk and spices.

The Middle East Organic and Natural Expo has been MENA’s (Middle East and North Africa) leading platform for wholesale and retail trade for the past 21 years. It has been connecting suppliers with buyers and is held under the patronage of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment of the United Arab Emirates. This event focuses not only on the new food and fertilizer products, but also on cosmetics and bioproducts.

The growth in the organic market in the Middle East has been exponential during the past couple of years. Dubai as the commercial hub in the region, is the perfect place to kickstart opportunities in the booming natural market that is fueled by an increasing shift towards healthy living and high disposable incomes.

The Consulate General facilitated setting up business networking sessions and meetings with respective counterparts in the UAE including, but not limited to, Lulu, Al Maya, Carrefour supermarket and hypermarket chains, gardening suppliers for the Sri Lankan participants to expand their footprint in the UAE and the MENA.

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