The 20th edition of the fig and local products expo kicked off in Béjaïa, Algeria, with nearly 300 exhibitors from 12 provinces participating in the event. The expo, which runs from September 24 to 26, is organized by the Béjaïa Province Fig Producers Association. It brings together fig producers and various agricultural product producers from across the country, including Béjaïa, Algiers, Sétif, and others.
The event is being held at the "Baaziz El Hafiz" center for vocational training and education in the municipality of Beni Maouche, south of Béjaïa. Over the years, the expo has gained a national reputation and attracts citizens from within and outside the province. The expo aims to promote the fig sector and introduce various agricultural products from the region.
According to Ammar Sahaki, a member of the Béjaïa Province Fig Producers Association, the expo enjoys great interest from producers and the public, considering it a large market for figs at the national level. The association's objectives include promoting figs in the national market and working to enable them to enter international markets.
Sahaki noted fluctuations in the price of a kilogram of figs, emphasizing that the expo's goal is to offer this product at reasonable prices for Algerian consumers. The expo provides a platform for exchange between producers, professionals, and researchers, contributing to the support and development of agricultural activity.
The event features participants from 12 provinces, including Béjaïa, Algiers, Sétif, Bordj Bou Arreridj, Médéa, Bouira, Tizi Ouzou, Boumerdès, Djelfa, Blida, Tougourt, and Tamanrasset. The expo is an opportunity for producers to showcase their products and interact with potential customers.
The Béjaïa Province Fig Producers Association has been organizing the expo for years, aiming to promote the local fig production and support the agricultural sector. The association's efforts focus on developing the fig industry and enhancing its competitiveness in the national and international markets.
The 20th edition of the fig and local products expo is expected to attract a large number of visitors, providing an opportunity for producers to market their products and network with professionals and experts in the field. The event is a significant platform for promoting Algeria's agricultural sector and supporting local producers.
Key points
- The 20th edition of the fig and local products expo in Béjaïa, Algeria, features nearly 300 exhibitors from 12 provinces.
- The expo aims to promote the fig sector and introduce various agricultural products from the region.
- The event provides a platform for exchange between producers, professionals, and researchers, contributing to the support and development of agricultural activity.
