ECCAIS
2015
EASTERN & CENTRAL COUNTIES AGRIBUSINESS INVESTMENT SUMMIT 7-9 October 2015 CHUKA UNIVERSITY, THARAKA NITHI COUNTY
THEME: Transforming Small and Medium Scale Farmers To Agribusiness Entreprenuership as Key Drivers in Economic Development in the Counties
CONFERENCE GUIDE
ABOUT THE EVENT
The 1st Eastern and Central Counties Agri-preneur Investment Summit 2015 (ECCAIS2015) is a Conference & Exhibition summit showcasing Smallholder farmers, sharing and learning from leading experts, organized by Procurement Technical Agribusiness Centre (PTAC International) in partnership with the National & County Governments, Tertiary Institutions and development partners and private sector stakeholders
CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES Improving the untapped potential of the Eastern and central counties agribusiness commodity value chain through:-
Market -led national and county investments plans. Inclusive financial and non financial products and systems. Agripreneurship capacity building at all levels at various value chains Enhancing Agro processing for value addition. Promote and facilitate ICT Innovation strategy in agribusiness
THEME: Transforming Small and Medium Scale Farmers To Agribusiness Entreprenuership as Key Drivers in Economic Development in the Counties
The 3 day event has attracted participants twelve counties from Eastern and Central part of Kenya. O v e r 1,800 Smallholder famers’ representatives as delegates and exhibitors. The event will also bring together policymakers, technology providers, investors, NGOs, research and agribusiness organizations to share knowledge, identify opportunities and partnerships.
CONFERENCE OUTPUTS AND EXPECTATIONS Training, Empowering and Repositioning Smallholder farmers in Eastern and Central Kenya as key drivers to economic development for a food secure nation Trade Access and Market Linkages for Smallholder farmers Unlock Agribusiness Investment opportunities to potential investors Access to Finance and Capital for Smallholder Farmers Leading Innovations and Technologies for Smallholder producers Establish a Platform for networking that foster Information and knowledge Sharing methodologies for modern agribusiness practices
TARGET AUDIENCE & PARTICIPANTS ECCAIS 2015 will attract key industry stakeholders and participants that include; Smallholder Farmers, Commercial Farm Owners, Managers and Farmers Associations National, County Government and Public Agencies representative Leading Agribusiness Technology and Solutions Providers Educational and Learning Institutions – From primary to Research Bodies/Universities/Tertiary animal and crop colleges etc Parastatal Agencies/Research Bodies/Universities and Animal Health Colleges Financial Services Providers and Private Investors Development Agencies and NGOs
The Conference/ Exhibition will Feature the following key Sectors of the Agribusiness Industry;
Agriculture & Horticulture Participants & Visitors: Agents & Distributors Agribusiness Investors & Entrepreneurs Educators & Students Government Authorities Agriculture & Horticulture Technologists
Poultry & Livestock Participants & Visitors: Veterinary & Animal Health Specialists Agents & Distributors Egg Processing and Packaging Specialists Farmers & Breeders Wholesalers & Distributors Silos and Feed Specialists
Aquaculture & Fisheries
Participants & Visitors: Aquaculture Investors & Entrepreneurs Aquaculture Technologists Fishermen & Aquaculture Farmers Aquaculture Equipment Suppliers Restaurant, Catering & Hospitality Suppliers Aquaculture Agents and distributors
Agri Machinery & Supplies Participants & Visitors: Machines & Equipment dealers, agents and distributors Agriculture Technologists Importers, Exporters & Traders Agribusiness Investors & Entrepreneurs Farm & Farm Managers
Educational Institutions Participants & Visitors: Primary Schools Universities Tertiary Animal and Crop colleges Research Institution etc.
Processing & Manufacturing
Participants & Visitors: Manufacturing & Processing Specialists Importers, Exporters & Traders Supply Chain Specialists Procurement Specialists Wholesalers & Traders Production & Operation Specialists
WE WELCOME YOUR PARTICIPATION TO THIS HISTORIC EVENT Organized by:
Host County:
Venue Location
Procurement Technical Agribusiness Centre
County Government of Tharaka Nithi
Chuka University
For More Details & Participation Contact Us Procurement Technical Agribusiness Centre (PTAC Int.) P.O. BOX 17439-00100 NAIROBI, KENYA.
Email: ptacinternational@gmail.com Website: https://eccais.wordpress.com Tel: +254 772347625/ +254 723106827