Balkan Agro & Food Summit 2026
Connecting Balkan Agriculture, Food & Markets
2026
Three days of conference sessions, exhibition and B2B meetings for the agri-food sector.
19–21 October 2026, three full days
University of Patras campus, Rio, Patras
Conference, exhibition and B2B meetings
What BAFS is
The Balkan Agro & Food Summit (BAFS) is a three-day international event in Patras that brings together producers, cooperatives, food companies, exporters, researchers, public bodies and investors from across the Balkans and Southeast Europe.
Through a conference programme, a dedicated exhibition and structured B2B meetings, BAFS creates a meeting point where knowledge turns into partnerships and partnerships turn into business, strengthening the agri-food value chain of the wider region.
Three strands, one event
The Summit combines a conference programme, an exhibition and structured business meetings.
Conference
Keynotes, panels and presentations on the issues shaping agriculture and food production in the Balkans.
Exhibition
An exhibition area where companies, regions and organisations present their products, services and innovations.
B2B meetings
Pre-arranged one-to-one meetings connecting buyers, suppliers, distributors and partners from across the region.
B2B meetings
One-to-one meetings between companies is one of the key parts of the event. Through pre-arranged B2B meetings, participants will be able to connect with potential clients, suppliers, distributors and business partners, creating the conditions for new trade agreements and collaborations.
Register
Create your company profile and tell us who you want to meet.
Get matched
Receive a personalised schedule of meetings before the summit.
Meet
Sit down face to face with partners at dedicated meeting tables.
Why visit BAFS?
Because it brings together, in one place, the people with whom you can take your next business step.
BAFS is for farmers, companies, food industries, exporters, investors, representatives of institutions, professionals and everyone who wants to be part of the growth of the agri-food sector in the region.
Meet new business partners
Connect with producers, buyers, distributors and investors from across the Balkans in one place.
Present your company and products
Show what you do to a focused audience of professionals from the agri-food sector.
Find out what the future holds for agriculture
Hear experts on innovation, policy, markets and sustainability, and leave with practical ideas.
Connect with people from the region
Build relationships with peers, institutions and organisations facing the same challenges.
Business decisions are made
Decision makers are in the room, so conversations move quickly from introduction to agreement.
Thematic areas
Six thematic areas shape the conference programme and the discussions.
Agricultural Policy & Balkan Cooperation
Agricultural policy, regional cooperation and cross-border initiatives for a more competitive Balkan agriculture.
Circular Economy & New Business Models
Resource efficiency, by-products, energy and business models that create value from waste.
Innovation, Technology & Smart Farming
Precision agriculture, digital tools, data and research that raise productivity.
Agrifood Value Chain & International Outreach
Processing, logistics, exports and access to new markets for regional products.
New Generation, Skills & Entrepreneurship
Young farmers, training, start-ups and the skills the sector needs for the next decade.
Quality, Nutrition & Sustainable Food Systems
Food safety, certification, nutrition and sustainable production from farm to fork.
Speakers
Representatives of governments, businesses, research and international organisations will take the stage.
Speakers will be announced soon
The first confirmed speakers will be published here in the coming weeks.
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Programme
Three days of thematic panels, presentations and discussions.
The detailed programme will be announced soon
Sessions, speakers and times for 19 October will be published here once confirmed.
The detailed programme will be announced soon
Sessions, speakers and times for 20 October will be published here once confirmed.
The detailed programme will be announced soon
Sessions, speakers and times for 21 October will be published here once confirmed.
Sponsors and supporters
The organisations and companies supporting the summit.
Exhibitors
Companies and organisations presenting their products and services at the exhibition.
Exhibitor list will be announced soon
Confirmed exhibitors will appear here as registrations are completed.
Become a sponsor or exhibitor
Companies that choose BAFS gain enhanced presence packages, which include exhibition space, participation in the conference and B2B activities, and promotion through the official communication channels of the event.
Contact the organising team to receive the available packages and find the option that best fits your goals.
Sponsorship packages
Brand visibility, speaking slots and hospitality.
Exhibition stands
A stand in the exhibition area plus B2B access.
Venue
The summit takes place at the University of Patras campus in Rio, just outside the city of Patras.
Conference and Cultural Centre of the University of Patras
University of Patras campus, Rio, 265 04 Patras, Greece
About 20 minutes by car from Patras city centre, with parking available on campus.
News
Updates, announcements and stories from the summit.
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Frequently asked questions
What is BAFS?
The Balkan Agro & Food Summit is an international event for the agri-food sector of the Balkans that combines a conference, an exhibition and structured B2B meetings.
When and where does it take place?
BAFS 2026 takes place on 19–21 October 2026 at the Conference and Cultural Centre of the University of Patras, Greece.
Is there a fee to attend?
Registration details, including any participation fees, will be announced together with the programme.
Who should attend?
Farmers and cooperatives, food and beverage companies, exporters, retailers, investors, researchers, public bodies and anyone working across the agri-food value chain.
Who will the main speakers and panellists be?
Speakers will be published on this page as they are confirmed.
How do the B2B meetings work?
Register for the B2B meetings, complete your company profile and select who you want to meet. You will receive your meeting schedule before the summit.
How do I become a sponsor or exhibitor?
Get in touch with the organising team using the contact details below and we will send you the available packages.
Contact
For questions about attending, sponsorship or the exhibition area, contact the organising team.
Newsletter
Get updates on the programme, speakers and the opening of registrations.