ANNOUNCEMENT AND EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE KCOA ORGANIC WEEKEND
The “Organic Weekends” are moments of exhibition, sales and debates on the positive impact of
Ecological Organic Agriculture (EOA) on the population and on the environment. This event is
proposed to encourage and support the organisation or participation of actors (producers,
processors, traders, consumers, BDS (Business Development Services) in small fairs (Organic
Weekends).
Objectives of the “Organic” Weekend
The purpose of this event is to promote organic and ecological agriculture. This activity consists
of sales exhibitions, sharing sessions (experiences, partnerships, networking, etc.) and
communication with the actors in the value chain.
Specific objectives
Develop an attractive space that can highlight the activity to encourage consumer
acceptance
Promote the exhibition of processed agricultural products, agro-ecological and organic
inputs (seeds, fertilizers…)
Expanding the network of organic consumers with the promotion of EOA, among the
population
Promote discussion on the topic of LBS among the actors of the value chain
Create a framework for exchanges between the different links in the value chain
Expectations from the participant of organic weekend
The layout and décor of the market will encourage consumer acceptance
Agro-ecological products, processed products, inputs, and agricultural equipment are on
display
The network of organic and agro ecological consumers is better known and expanded for
the promotion of EOA at this organic weekend
The discussion on the topic of EOA is held by the actors of the value chain
Exchanges are established between links in the value chain.
Participants
Producers of Organic/Ecological products,
Processors,
Traders and Organic Consumers
The businessmen services at the AEB’s turn
Local press
Organisations (Producers, NGOs ….)
Proposed Date : 28th March 2022
Proposed location : Abuja
Sponsorhip : Moderate support for maximum of ten (10) participants is avalable
Expression of interest
Interested participants should submit a short profile including :
Name of farm(s)/enterprises
Location of the farm(s)/enterprises
NOAN Membership status
Certification status
List of produce(s)/service(s)
Any other information that may help the screening /selection process
To the NOAN-KCOA Project Manager (ezegbogufidelis@gmail.com not later than midnight February 28, 2022)