{"id":480655,"date":"2024-12-12T15:33:16","date_gmt":"2024-12-12T15:33:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kapitalafrik.com\/?post_type=event_listing&#038;p=480655"},"modified":"2024-12-12T15:33:20","modified_gmt":"2024-12-12T15:33:20","slug":"abidjan-the-7th-edition-of-sara-international-agriculture-and-animal-resources-exhibition-of-abidjan","status":"publish","type":"event_listing","link":"https:\/\/www.financialafrik.com\/en\/event\/abidjan-the-7th-edition-of-sara-international-agriculture-and-animal-resources-exhibition-of-abidjan\/","title":{"rendered":"Abidjan: The 7th edition of SARA (International Agriculture and Animal Resources Exhibition of Abidjan)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>SARA<\/strong> (International Agriculture and Animal Resources Exhibition of Abidjan) is one of the major events dedicated to agriculture, animal resources, fisheries, and forestry sectors in Africa. Held biennially, SARA has established itself as a key platform for professionals, investors, and the general public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>7th edition<\/strong> of SARA will take place at the <strong>Abidjan Exhibition Park<\/strong>, marking the second time this venue has been chosen to host the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>History and Objectives<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Launched 16 years ago, the <strong>SARA<\/strong> was revived by the Ivorian government after a hiatus, with the aim of promoting and showcasing the agricultural, livestock, fisheries, and forestry sectors of C\u00f4te d&#8217;Ivoire. The <strong>6th edition<\/strong> was held from <strong>September 28 to October 8, 2023<\/strong>, and achieved great success both in terms of organization and results. This event facilitated exchanges between industry players and led to the realization of several development projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Figures from the 2023 Edition<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2023 edition played a significant role in advancing the sector, through professional meetings, knowledge-sharing, and project realization:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>169 B2B meetings<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>950 business meetings<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>80 conferences, workshops, and panels<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>35 official exchange meetings<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>119 institutional visits<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>4 focus days<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>9 specialized meetings<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 agricultural start-up hackathon<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These activities facilitated networking and investment opportunities within agriculture, livestock, and natural resource sectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Platform for Investment Opportunities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SARA serves as a true <strong>platform for investment opportunities<\/strong> in the agricultural, livestock, fisheries, and forestry sectors. The 2023 edition allowed various economic actors, financial institutions, SMEs, and NGOs to meet and establish partnerships, thanks to fruitful exchanges during B2B meetings, roundtables, and informal discussions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>An Educational and Entertaining Event<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond its economic goals, SARA also stands out for its <strong>educational<\/strong> and <strong>entertainment<\/strong> aspects. The event attracted nearly <strong>400,000 visitors<\/strong>, including <strong>70,000 children<\/strong>, who had the chance to discover the richness of Ivorian agriculture and engage in interactive experiences through various activities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Exhibition stands<\/strong> showcasing products and innovations from the sector.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SARA Park<\/strong>, an interactive space dedicated to agricultural discoveries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gastronomy space<\/strong>, offering a variety of local products.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Animal park<\/strong>, presenting local livestock species.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SARA Market<\/strong>, a marketplace for agricultural products.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SARA By Night<\/strong>, a leisure area with animations and concerts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These activities helped raise awareness, particularly among young people, about the importance of the agricultural sector and the employment opportunities it offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>High Attendance and International Participation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>6th edition<\/strong> saw high attendance, especially in the first few days, with visitors from all over C\u00f4te d&#8217;Ivoire and several other countries. In total, <strong>29 countries<\/strong> participated in the event. The <strong>14 districts<\/strong> and <strong>31 regions<\/strong> of C\u00f4te d&#8217;Ivoire were also represented, each showcasing their agricultural, animal, fisheries, and forestry specialties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Showcase of Skills and Expertise<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SARA also served as a platform for the <strong>sharing of skills<\/strong> and <strong>expertise<\/strong>. Through conferences, training workshops, and professional meetings, exhibitors and visitors were able to exchange knowledge on innovative agricultural practices and share <strong>success stories<\/strong> both from C\u00f4te d&#8217;Ivoire and abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In 2023, <strong>29 countries<\/strong> participated, offering a rich exchange of knowledge and practices. The 2025 edition is already expected to attract more countries, eager to explore the potential of the Ivorian and African agricultural markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About SARA<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SARA is organized by the following ministries:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ministry of Animal and Fisheries Resources<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ministry of Water and Forests<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These ministries play a central role in the preparation and organization of the event, in collaboration with private partners and rural development stakeholders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SARA has become a biennial event that is essential for the development of agriculture, animal resources, fisheries, and forestry sectors in C\u00f4te d&#8217;Ivoire and Sub-Saharan Africa. The 2023 edition confirmed its central role in facilitating exchanges, cooperation, and investments in these sectors. 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