From September 24 to 28, 2024, a delegation of food distributors, importers, influencers, and journalists from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) visited Poland. The delegation was invited by the National Association of Processors and Producers of Organic Products “Polska Ekologia” as part of the promotional and informational campaign “EU Organic Food – Good Choice,” co-financed by the European Union and targeted at the UAE market.
During the study tour, the delegation attended one of the most significant events for the food and HoReCa sectors in Poland – the POLAGRA Fair in Poznań. At the fair, the guests visited the stand of the Polish Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development and the National Support Center for Agriculture (KOWR), as well as selected stands of European food companies.
One of the main highlights of the tour in Poznań was a seminar dedicated to organic farming in the European Union. Experts gave presentations on topics such as organic food processing and production (“Polska Ekologia”), the status and prospects of organic farming (Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development), accreditation in organic farming (Polish Centre for Accreditation), and the transformation of food systems (IDFS Sp. z o.o.). After the presentations, a panel discussion took place, followed by a series of B2B meetings with European organic food producers, which provided opportunities not only for exchanging experiences but also for establishing valuable business contacts.
The delegation members also had the opportunity to visit facilities producing organic food, including producers of freeze-dried organic food and mills specializing in organic flour production. They were introduced to the high standards and principles of sustainable production, certification processes, and the quality of organic products from the EU.
Additionally, throughout the study tour, the guests enjoyed European cuisine specialties prepared with organic ingredients at selected renowned restaurants. They also participated in a specially organized cultural and artistic program.
Due to the high interest in the study tour and the limited number of spots, another edition has been scheduled for December. Media and companies interested are invited to contact us for further details.
For more information on the “EU Organic Food – Good Choice” campaign, please visit: euorganicfood.eu.
