The 2026 Nairobi International Trade Fair will run from September 28 to October 4 at Jamhuri Park Showground, bringing together farmers, agribusinesses, manufacturers, technology companies, financial institutions, researchers, investors and consumers.
Organisers are positioning this year’s event as more than a traditional agricultural show. The fair will focus on climate-smart farming, artificial intelligence, precision agriculture, digital tools, market access and business partnerships, while giving farmers practical exposure to technologies designed to improve productivity and manage production risks.
Key Overview
- The fair will run from September 28 to October 4, 2026, at Jamhuri Park Showground.
- More than 500 exhibitors are expected from agriculture, manufacturing, technology, finance and other sectors.
- Artificial intelligence, precision agriculture and data-driven farming will be major areas of focus.
- Farmers will be exposed to climate-smart production, efficient input use, water management and resilient crops.
- More than 25 countries are expected to participate, widening opportunities for regional and international business connections.
- Young Farmers Clubs and innovation showcases will promote agriculture as a technology-driven commercial sector for young people.
More Than 500 Exhibitors Head to Jamhuri Park
The Nairobi International Trade Fair is scheduled to run for seven days from September 28 at Jamhuri Park, with farmers and businesses expected to meet exhibitors from a broad range of industries.
More than 500 exhibitors are expected to participate, spanning agriculture, manufacturing, technology, finance, research and public-sector institutions. Organisers say preparations have reached an advanced stage, with security, drainage and venue arrangements being finalised ahead of opening day.
The event’s 2026 theme, “Promoting Climate Smart Agriculture and Trade Initiatives for Sustainable Economic Growth,” reflects a deliberate effort to connect agricultural innovation with trade and business development.
Rather than limiting the fair to product displays, organisers want farmers and enterprises to use the event to find customers, suppliers, investors and potential commercial partners.
AI and Precision Farming Take Centre Stage
Technology will be one of the main features of this year’s show. Farmers are expected to see applications of artificial intelligence and precision agriculture, alongside digital platforms and data-driven tools designed to improve farm decision-making.
These technologies can help producers monitor crops, allocate inputs more efficiently, track weather and market information and make better use of limited resources.
ASK Chief Executive Officer Batram Muthoka has said the fair will also showcase practical solutions in climate-smart production, water management, resilient crops and efficient input use.
The focus is particularly relevant as farmers deal with increasingly unpredictable weather, changing production costs and volatile markets. Organisers say the objective is to show visitors how new technologies can be applied practically rather than simply discussing innovation in theory.
Fair Targets New Markets and International Partnerships
Market access will be another major element. The fair is expected to attract participants from more than 25 countries, including countries from East Africa as well as Europe, Asia and the Middle East.
That international participation gives Kenyan farmers, manufacturers and agribusinesses an opportunity to explore cross-border markets, identify buyers and develop partnerships outside their normal trading networks.
The fair also supports Kenya’s wider push to expand demand for locally produced goods. Participants are expected to use product demonstrations, business meetings and exhibition stands to introduce products, gather market feedback and build commercial relationships.
For farmers, the value of the event could therefore extend beyond learning about production technology. Meeting processors, exporters, financiers and buyers can help connect farm production with the wider agricultural value chain.
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Climate-Smart Agriculture Moves From Theory to Practice
The fair’s climate-smart theme will be reflected in live demonstrations, workshops and practical training. Visitors are expected to see climate-smart technologies and hands-on training covering sustainable production and trade.
Water management is likely to receive particular attention because efficient irrigation and water use are increasingly important for farmers facing irregular rainfall.
Resilient crop varieties, improved farm inputs and technologies that reduce production risks will also form part of the programme. These demonstrations are intended to help farmers compare solutions directly and understand the potential costs and benefits before adopting them.
Young Farmers Get a Commercial View of Agriculture
Organisers also want to change how young people view the sector. Agriculture is increasingly being presented as a business ecosystem involving farming, technology, logistics, processing, finance, marketing and data.
The fair will use innovation showcases and Young Farmers Clubs to expose younger participants to entrepreneurship opportunities across the agricultural value chain.
This approach broadens the idea of an agricultural career beyond owning or working on a farm. Technology developers, food processors, equipment suppliers, logistics businesses, financial-service providers and agricultural consultants all form part of the wider sector.
From Exhibition to Business Platform
The 2026 Nairobi International Trade Fair is increasingly being positioned as a marketplace where agricultural knowledge, technology and capital can meet.
For farmers, the opportunity lies in seeing new technologies and connecting with buyers and suppliers. For businesses, it offers product launches, partnerships and access to potential customers. For investors and financial institutions, the show creates a concentrated view of opportunities across Kenya’s agricultural and trade sectors.
If organisers succeed in turning demonstrations and meetings into longer-term commercial relationships, the fair could play a broader role in connecting Kenyan agriculture with technology, investment and regional markets.
Sources: Agricultural Society of Kenya / Kenya News Agency / The Standard / Citizen Digital
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