In brief
On Nov. 5, 2026, Kabul hosted a four‑day agriculture and livestock exhibition promoted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock. Farmers, livestock breeders and local entrepreneurs from across Afghanistan showcased their products at the trade fair, which seeks to improve market access, increase domestic production, and reduce import dependence. The event follows a week‑long mining exhibition and is part of a broader series of trade initiatives in the capital.
On Nov. 5, 2026, Kabul opened a four‑day agriculture and livestock exhibition aimed at Afghanistan’s farmers and livestock breeders. The event, hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock, welcomed participants from across the country to showcase their products and explore new market opportunities.
At the inauguration ceremony, Minister Mawlawi Ataullah Omari highlighted Afghanistan’s natural resources, including abundant water, fertile soil, a favorable climate, and a sizeable human workforce. He described the fair as a vital platform for displaying sector achievements, identifying existing capacities, and forging stronger links among investors, traders, farmers and livestock producers.
Farmers, livestock breeders, and local entrepreneurs lined the exhibition halls with displays of produce, livestock, and related goods. They entered the event seeking greater market access and hoping to trade directly with importers and exporters present in the capital.
According to a ministry statement, the exhibition’s goals include improving market access for agricultural and livestock goods, boosting domestic production, reducing the country’s dependence on imports, expanding exports, and enhancing coordination between producers and the private sector. The fair therefore serves as a one‑stop venue for producers to meet potential buyers and investors, while learning about modern practices and supply‑chain efficiencies.
The trade fair forms part of a wider series of initiatives in Afghanistan’s capital. A week earlier, the country’s first specialized mining exhibition opened in Kabul, featuring more than 140 booths where companies showcased precious and semi‑precious stones such as emeralds, rubies and lapis lazuli. That expo, like the agriculture fair, underscores the government’s focus on diversifying trade offerings and attracting foreign investment.
Across the city, stalls displayed fresh fruit, grain, poultry, dairy, and cured meats, while livestock sections allowed breeders to present cattle, sheep and goats. Business visitors from within Afghanistan and abroad mingled with producers, trading goods and discussing potential contracts. Participants expressed optimism that the expo could help eliminate barriers and streamline supply chains, improving the profitability of small‑scale operations.
The Ministry also promised follow‑up support for participating farmers, including training programs, technical assistance, and connections to export channels. By integrating producers directly into the import‑export framework, the government hopes to reduce middle‑man costs and increase farmers’ margins.
Observers noted the sizeable attendance and the diversity of products on display, suggesting a growing readiness among Afghan agrarians to engage more fully with global markets. The exhibition also highlighted the nation’s agricultural potential: sufficient water resources, fertile soils and a workforce ready for modernization.
In closing, Minister Omari reiterated the fair’s role as a catalyst for rural development, emphasizing that the government will continue to foster linkages between investment communities and local producers. The four‑day event ran through Nov. 8, signalling a sustained effort to promote Afghanistan’s agricultural and livestock sectors on an international stage.
