The 11th International Conference on Pulses, Oilseeds and Spices

About EPOSPEA

Ethiopian Pulses, Oilseeds and Spices Processors-Exporters Association (EPOSPEA, was established in 1998 with the objective of building the capacity of its members to make them competitive in global market. Currently EPOSPEA has more than 450 active members who take advantage of the favorable country’s policies for the sector.

The Association endeavors are meant to serve, promote and protect the interest of its members, build their capacity to participate and compete in the global market and contribute for economic development of the country. Hence the following activities are under the jurisdiction of the Association: such as

• providing up-to-date local and foreign market information, trends & analysis of the sector to build competitive position of members

• delivering advocacy services to create enabling environment and policy reform in pertinence to the operation of the sector

• Creating international opportunities to enhance the exposure of members on global export business.

• Enhancing the implementation capacity of members through providing them with essential Business Developing System

In general, EPOSPEA facilitates and supports the development of the sector through carefully selected strategies and action plans.

III. The Eleventh International Conference on Pulses and Oilseeds

EPOSPEA is thrilled to announce the official dates for our next 11th International Pulses and Oil seeds conference which will take place on November 15-16, 2022 in Sheraton Addis, Ethiopia. This year conference brought a triumphant return to in-person events for the global pulses and oil seeds industry.

This is the largest event in Eastern and sub Saharan Africa. Expect exclusive market information, fabulous networking opportunities and a few surprises at our annual Pulses convention.

Ethiopia is a huge player in the global pulses and oil seeds market. It will be a fantastic opportunity to make connections and gain great insights.

4.1 Contents of the Conference:
The conference will stay for two days i.e. Nov. 15th & 16th 2022. Within this time line it will intended

to include the following itineraries.

1. Opening & Closing Session,  Presentations
2. Networking
3.  Product Show-case,

The presentation will be expected to highlight current trends and developments of the sector in Ethiopia and around the world, cross-cutting issues on the marketing and processing of the products, and industry best practices and trends.

4.2 Participation Targets of the 11th International Conference:

More than 100 major International buyers and over 220 national exporters are expected to meet during the conference. The national exporters will showcase their marketable products of pulses, oilseeds and spices.

Accordingly, EPOSPEA planned to reach the following minimum participation level of key participants during the 11th International Conference.

The conference is expected to reach more than 320 national and global key players of the sector.

This will constitute:

•  EPOSPEA members,

• International buyers from all over the world and international importer associations,

•  Public sector representatives such as Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration ,Ministry of

  Agriculture, Agricultural Authority Ethiopian Commodity Exchange, , etc.

• Public and Private owned financial institutions,

•  Value chain companies and service providers,

•  Major development partners,

•  Agro-processing industries,

• Grain producers, traders, and brokers, Fertilizers/agrochemical & cleaning machine suppliers,

•  National and international professionals engaged in agriculture, in development & marketing,

  etc.

V. How to Participate:

The conference participants use this platform to network with peers, learn about the newest market trends, discuss the challenges and opportunities in the local and global market, and learn new ways of increasing quality, productivity and marketability.

In order to participate in this mega event one should register online via (www.epospeaeth.org) Information on Registration fee (per person) for one and half days participation,

Member Exporter Companies: 9,000 ETB
Onsite registration for EPOSPEA members: 9,500 ETB
Non Members Companies: 12,000.00 ETB
Onsite registration for Non-member companies: 12,500.00 ETB Foreign Importers Companies: 400$
Onsite registration foreign Importers Companies: 450$

All fees should be on account as specified below:-

1. Ethiopian Pulses, Oilseeds & Spices Processors Exporters Association Bank Name: United Bank S.C.
   Bank Branch: Misrak Branch
   Account Number: 1131816050760016

   Swift Code: UNTDETAA

   Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – or –

2. Ethiopian Pulses, Oilseeds & Spices Processors Exporters Association

   Bank Name: Commercial Bank of Ethiopia. Bank Branch: Finfine Branch
   Account Number: 1000001847876
   Swift Code: CBETETAA

   Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – or –

3. Ethiopian Pulses, Oilseeds & Spices Processors Exporters Association

   Bank Name: Lion International Bank Sc. Bank Branch: Yeka Branch
   Account Number: 00110956449-67
   Swift Code: LIBSETAA

   Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
   For USD only: Intermediary Bank: Bank of China (Head Office) Beijing China; Swift: – BKCHCNBJXXX Account Number, 778400003561.

Besides, there are other opportunities to interested companies to participate in this mega event, by sponsoring and subscribing magazine ad, which are uploaded on our website.

This unique sector specific conference affords sponsors exposure to a wider audience that made up of local growers, exporters, industry suppliers, financial sector operators as well as of international buyers and distributors.

N.B: If you have any questions or require clarification on the event itself, information about Sponsorship package and magazine advertisement please contact us through the following address

Tel: +251-11-6-62-35-45/251 985 20 23 38/+ 251 910 30 00 32 Fax: +251-11-662-35-04
E-mail: epospea@gmail.com; epospeatayech@gmail.com,epospeaconferences@gmail.com