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WorldFood Istanbul: mixed impressions

September 18, 2024 at 12:35 PM , Der AUDITOR
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ISTANBUL. Held on 3-6 September 2024 the 32nd WorldFood Istanbul aimed to strengthen Turkey’s position as a leading and innovative food producer. While discussions covered a wide range of topics from export opportunities, over health and the environment to artificial intelligence, visitor numbers were a bit disappointing. Industry representatives also highlighted the fact that the price fluctuations in Turkey are complicating negotiations between suppliers and buyers this season.

Visitor numbers not as high as anticipated

Food fairs held in different metropoles around the world are increasingly attracting exhibitors and visitors. Organized by ICA Events, the WorldFood Istanbul fair brought together producers based in Turkey as well as companies from various countries. Particularly in the last four years, the fair has grown rapidly. While it remains to be seen if it will reach the scale of ANUGA or SIAL in the future, it is already being compared to some of the world's leading fairs.

As the largest event connecting the Turkish food se

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