Agrifood. Production and processing strategies to meet challenges of a changing world

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, in partnership with the Ministry of Finance of the Czech Republic and in cooperation with the Ukrainian Agribusiness Club Association, is inviting you to join the “Agrifood. Production and processing strategies to meet challenges of a changing world” panel discussion, which will be held within the framework of the 22nd International Conference BLACK SEA GRAIN.EUROPE by UkrAgroConsult.

The panel discussion is part of IFC’s Agribusiness Resilience Project. The goal of the project is to facilitate private sector investments in sustainable and resilient food ecosystems in Ukraine and in Central and Eastern Europe.

When: February 14, 2025

Where: Marriott Hotel (Prague, Czech Republic)

Today's world is changing rapidly, and to remain competitive, agribusinesses must constantly adjust and look for new opportunities. Therefore, panelists will discuss the following issues:

• Promising niches for production and processing: What new directions are companies exploring?
• What factors influence changes in company strategies? What obstacles do they face?
• How are companies gaining additional margin? How is the supply chain evolving from raw materials to processed products?
• Is competition increasing in end-user markets?
• Which end-user segment shows the most active demand and prospects for sustainable growth?
• How can companies adapt to challenges and maintain competitiveness?

Panel discussion moderator: Yekaterina Foster, Operations Officer, Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Services Europe of the International Finance Corporation (IFC).

Let us remind you that BLACK SEA GRAIN. EUROPE is the premiere event for the global leaders of grain and oilseed industry since 2004, which offers exclusive agri market analytics and insights from the top industry experts. During the event, participants are expected to discuss global macroeconomic and regional trends, effective networking and meetings with players across the value chain.

The conference will connect top market stakeholders of the Black Sea & Danube region, CEE and Balkans to foster effective agri commodity supply chains to the global food markets.

Join the ultimate gathering of agribusiness professionals from 50+ countries – producers and crushers of grains & oilseeds, commodity traders, agri-food, logistics and finance sectors, government authorities and industry associations.

Registration link: https://bit.ly/3EpyWab

For UCAB members, exclusive conditions of participation apply. For details, please contact us by email: [email protected]