VIENTIANE, Dec. 13 (Xinhua) -- The Lao Agri-Food Expo 2024 will be held in Lao capital Vientiane to promote sustainable agricultural production in Laos and support the implementation of key food standards.
The expo seeks to encourage local farmers to produce safe, chemical-free products and promote their organic goods to consumers, according to a report from Laos' Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry on Friday.
The expo will feature product showcases, business transactions, face-to-face networking, and agri-business conferences.
The expo is an important platform for upgrading agricultural production in Laos that can serve as a driving force to guide the sector towards more collaboration, industrialization and sustainability.
The event hopes to promote industrial agriculture through modern techniques and integrated sustainable practices to ensure food security and boost exports to regional and international markets.
The Lao Agri-Food Expo 2024 is expected to bring together agricultural entrepreneurs, donors, domestic and foreign agribusinesses, and Lao farmers. ■
