Arusha horticulture exhibition draws participants from 42 countries

Monday 9th November 2026

By inAfrika Newsroom

HortiLogistica Africa brought growers, exporters and buyers to the TGT Grounds in Arusha on 9 November, with more than 3,000 participants from 42 countries, Daily News reported. The exhibition is part of a three-day programme that runs through 10 November.

The Tanzania Horticultural Association organised the event with the Zanzibar agriculture ministry and the Arusha regional commissioner’s office. Participants include farmers, technology companies, international buyers and investors.

Arusha Regional Commissioner Amos Makalla said ahead of the event that it would bring producers into contact with buyers in regional and overseas markets. Daily News reported that more than 150 producers from Africa, Europe and Asia were expected at the exhibition.

Les organiser’s programme includes business meetings alongside sessions on production and the handling of fresh produce. The cold-chain programme covers the refrigerated storage and transport needed to maintain the quality of produce between farms and buyers.

Daily News reported that Vice-President Deogratius Ndejembi was expected to formally open the exhibition on Monday. The programme lists Tuesday, 10 November, as the final day.

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