AgriFair 2026 hailed as a success

The Malta AgriFair 2026 has been hailed as a success by both the Government, as well as participants who have spoken to BusinessNow.

The fair, which took place between the 17th and 19th of April at the Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre in Ta’ Qali, saw thousands of people visit.

The first AgriFair organised by the Agiculture Ministry was held in 2022, with this year’s event being the third edition. The fair featured, among other things, stands by local farms, cooperatives and garden centres, a livestock competition, food and debates.

Agriculture Minister Anton Refalo described this year’s event as a success, and said that it remains an important platform to bring the public closer to the work done by those in the sector. “The strong attendance we witnessed over these three days shows how much the Maltese people value local products and the work of our producers. This is also confirmation of the need to continue strengthening these sectors through investment, innovation, and sustainability,” the Minister said.

Meanwhile Parliamentary Secretary Alicia Bugeja Said said that the AgriFair was clear proof of the passion and dedication of all those who work in the farming, fishing and animal husbandry. “This fair is not only an event where we showcase the products and work of our farmers and fishers, but also an opportunity to continue strengthening awareness about sectors that are essential to our country’s economy and food security.”

Talking to BusinessNow, Daniel Schembri, CEO of Koperattivi Malta, which took part in the AgriFair, hailed the event as a success, and said its members informed him that they did well at the fair. He believes the event could be held once a year. One complaint he received however, was that at times the live music was too loud and people struggled to hear one another.

Darren Mifsud, one of the owners of Diar Il-Bniet, praised the organisation of the event, and also called it a success, saying that a lot of people attended. Looking to future editions, while he said that awareness and understanding about the importance of farmers and the work they do is raised through the event, future events should put more emphasis on this given the struggles they face today.

Louis Grima from Solis Tractors Malta also said that the event was marketed well, and said that they had good exposure through it. He said that the AgriFair contained something for the whole family to enjoy.

Both Mr Mifsud and Mr Grima believe that the event should remain biennial.

Throughout the AgriFair, around €60,000 was collected in aid of the Malta Community Chest Fund.