• The 2025 edition opened on Wednesday, September 3, and runs through Sunday, September 7 at the Mkomani Showground, drawing over 1,000 exhibitors from Kenya and abroad.

On September 4, 2025, President William Ruto opened the Mombasa International Agricultural Show, declaring that his administration is prioritizing long-term national prosperity over short-term political wins.

He has framed agriculture as the clearest expression of this vision, calling it the backbone of Kenya’s economy and the daily lifeline for millions.

“We made the tough but correct choice to subsidise production rather than take the convenient yet shortsighted path of subsidising consumption,” he said. “The results are visible and measurable: stronger food security, higher farmer incomes, and renewed investor confidence.”

To secure these gains and accelerate food production, President Ruto said the government is partnering with the private sector on large-scale irrigation projects in Galana-Kulalu, Bura, and the Tana Delta.

These initiatives target maize, rice, sugar, cotton, and other cash crops positioning Kenya for sustained agricultural growth and national prosperity.

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The Mombasa International Agricultural Show, organized annually by the Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK), remains one of the country’s premier exhibitions spotlighting innovation in agriculture, trade, and industry.

The 2025 edition opened on Wednesday, September 3, and runs through Sunday, September 7 at the Mkomani Showground, drawing over 1,000 exhibitors from Kenya and abroad.

Exhibitions at the Mombasa International Agricultural show. (Photo credit: X)

This year’s theme “Promoting Climate-Smart Agriculture and Trade Initiatives for Sustainable Economic Growth” calls attention to the urgent need for sustainable farming, environmental conservation, and regional trade as pillars of Kenya’s food security and economic resilience.

The event features international representation across sectors like Agriculture and agritech, Manufacturing and trade, Tourism and hospitality, Banking and finance, Transport and communication and Education and public services.

Photo credit: X

According to the Agricultural Society of Kenya, the show is designed as a global platform for innovation, collaboration, and sustainable development.

Past editions have included exhibitors from countries such as India, Israel, China, South Africa, Germany, and the Netherlands, especially in areas like irrigation technology, seed development, and climate-smart farming.