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Day 1: July 15, 2026

08:00 am - 08:30 am

Registration and Welcome Arrival of guests and registration at the front desk - breakfast.

08:30 am - 09:00 am

Opening Remarks and Keynote Address

Welcome addressed by summit chair and special guest of honor.

09:00 am - 09:15 am

Keynote Address

Keynote speech on building partnerships beyond aid.

09:55 am - 10:30 am

Keynote Speakers – Canada-Africa Agricultural Trade Opportunities

Exportable Goods to Canada and Africa.

10:30 am - 11:00 am

Break and Exhibition Visit

Coffee Break, Exhibition &
Networking

11:00 am - 11:30 am

Stand-Alone Sessions: Agricultural Finance and Investment

Breakout Sessions - Keynote Speakers

11:30 am - 12:00 pm

First B2B Matchmaking

Introducing selected and partner
companies.

12:00 pm - 01:00 pm

Lunch Break and Exhibition Visit

Lunch Break, Exhibition &
Networking.

01:00 pm - 02:00 pm

Keynote Speakers: Agricultural Innovation

Climate-resilient farming, precision agriculture, regenerative agriculture. 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm: Discussion and Questions for Keynote Speakers.

02:30 pm - 03:15 pm

Panel Discussion: Trade Missions and Agritourism

Exploring the role of trade missions, business consortia and agrotourism in promoting Export and Imports between Canada and Africa.

03:15 pm - 04:00 pm

Panel Discussion: Government Roles in Advancing Canada-Africa Agricultural Cooperation

Needed Government Policies, Effective Strategies and Existing Realities to Access New Markets and Promote Sustainability.

04:00 pm - 05:00 pm

Exhibition Visit and Canada-Africa Agribusiness Deal Room: Connecting Buyers & Sellers

Participate in B2B meetings and business matchmaking to explore trade opportunities, forge partnerships, and drive business growth. Light refreshment.

05:00 pm - 05:30 pm

Closing Remarks & Group Photo

Closing remarks for Day 1 - Special remarks by the summit host - Closing Remarks by special guests of honor - Group photo opportunity with sponsors and delegates.

Day 2: July 16, 2026

08:00 am - 08:30 am

Registration & Breakfast

Welcome address and overview of the day two’s agenda.

08:30 am - 09:00 am

Opening Remarks & Welcome

Welcome address and overview of the day two’s agenda.

09:00 am - 09:30 am

Keynote Speaker: Trade, Policy, and Market Insights

Global Market Trends and Trade Dynamics.

09:30 am - 10:15 am

Panel Discussion: Market Entry Strategies

Cross-Cultural Partnerships - Strategies for Successful Collaborations.

10:15 am - 10:45 am

Break and Exhibition Visit

Coffee break, networking opportunities and exhibition visit

10:45 am - 11:25 am

Keynote Speakers: Investment Opportunities in Canada and Africa

Investing in Canada's Agri-Value Chain - Opportunities and Partnerships.

11:25 am - 12:10 pm

Unlocking Africa's Agri-Value Chain

Investment Opportunities and Growth Potential.

12:10 pm - 01:10 pm

Networking Lunch Break & Exhibition Visit

Lunch Break, Exhibition &
Networking.

01:10 pm - 02:00 pm

Panel Discussion: Entering into Profitable Ventures for Canadian Companies

Challenges Facing Small Holder Farmers and Agribusinesses in Africa.

02:00 pm - 03:00 pm

Keynote Speakers: Role of Financial Institutions in Promoting Trade

Supporting Businesses in Expanding to Foreign Markets

03:00 pm - 03:45 pm

Breakout Session: Next Steps in Promoting Canada-Africa Trade

Strategies that can be implemented to further enhance trade cooperation between Canada and Africa.

3:45 pm - 4:00pm

Presentation of posposed ideas on promoting Canada-Africa trade.

04:00 pm - 04:45 pm

Closing Remarks, Group Photo and Networking Reception

Attendee check-in and breakfast reception.

COMPLIMENTARY AGRITOUR

Day 3: July 17, 2026

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