NATEXPO, the leading trade show for organic professionals, has just concluded its 2018 edition in style, marked by the annualization of the show, which was held for the first time in Lyon. A double gamble crowned with success: exhibitors and visitors were indeed in full force, transforming Lyon into a true organic capital during the two days of the show, September 23 and 24. From the biggest historical names in organic, to the most recent start-ups, 700 exhibitors responded (including 250 new participants), 20% of whom were international, from 18 countries, with the top 5 being: Belgium, Germany, Spain, Italy and the Netherlands.
9,600 professionals in the sector crowded the aisles as soon as the doors opened on Sunday morning, to discover all the latest news on French and international organic products. This large audience was made up of 11% international professionals, coming from more than 58 countries around the world, with the top 5 being Spain, Switzerland, Belgium, Italy and Germany. A quality of visitorship highlighted by the exhibitors.
A Lyon edition marked by dynamism and conviviality
A perfect reflection of the vitality of organic farming in France and around the world, NATEXPO has become a major international event, a true pioneer of the bio-trends of today and tomorrow. The show covers all areas concerned with organic farming, divided into 6 sectors: food, cosmetics & hygiene, dietetics & food supplements, ingredients & raw materials, products & services for the home & the person, as well as services & equipment for the storeThe enthusiasm for this essential event for industry professionals was once again confirmed with this first edition held in Lyon. Under the sign of dynamism and conviviality, NATEXPO 2018 was particularly rich in exchanges between exhibitors and visitors. For the first time, a big evening was organized following the presentation of the Natexpo Trophies, bringing together all the exhibitors for a friendly moment.
The numerous activities and conferences that punctuated the two days of the show were a great success with the visitors, who came in large numbers to participate, and more than 800 business meetings were organized at the show!