Pro Food exhibition from August 23-25

by Ananda Agalakada

The 12th annual Pro Food, Pro Pack show together with the 8th annual Agbiz exhibition, 'From the Farm to the Kitchen', will be held at the BMICH from August 23-25.

This popular exhibition will showcase products and services related to the processed food and packaging industry.

"The event, over the years, has garnered a reputation as one which showcases every aspect of the food processing industry beginning from the basic tenets of the process, the seeds and other raw material to the end product which is used by the consumer," a spokesman for the organisers said.

The exhibition will have stalls which will show every facet of the production process.

The Sri Lanka Food Association said that as in the past, the exhibition will be a central meeting point of 'consumers and producers'.

General Manager, Lanka Exhibition and Conference Services, Aasim Mukthar said, "Pro Food, Pro Pack and Agbiz 2013 is the 'only one-stop shop' for any requirement and service needs related to the processed food, packaging and agriculture industry and therefore will feature almost all phases that make a distinct part of the final product that is available to the consumer."

The exhibition this year, as in past years, will have the popular 'Cooking Studio' comprising chefs from Cinnamon Grand, one of Sri Lanka's leading five star hotels. They will craft a special mix of oriental, eastern and western dishes. Special hourly raffle draws, discounts ranging from 20%-60% on food and beverage, a children's corner, sampling of consumer favourites from pastas to chocolates will be available.

The organisers of the event have ensured maximum participation from all partners and players of the industry to provide the visitor a comprehensive outlook of the inner workings of the industry.

There will also be exhibitors from India, China, Malaysia, Dubai, Singapore and Pakistan.