Mission
To build lasting partnerships between Canada and Africa through agricultural knowledge exchange, trade, investment, and technology that improve food security and create economic opportunities for farming communities.
CAFBEX
Connecting Agriculture. Growing Opportunity.
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Canada–Africa Exchange
Canada–Africa Farmers Business Exchange
Connecting farmers, agribusinesses, investors, researchers, and policymakers to advance trade, innovation, knowledge exchange, and sustainable agricultural growth between Canada and Africa.
Purpose
Mission & Vision
CAFBEX exists to connect agricultural communities across the Atlantic through knowledge, trade, and opportunity.
Vision
To become the leading platform connecting Canadian and African farmers for sustainable agriculture, innovation, and economic prosperity.
Objectives
What CAFBEX aims to advance
Eight interconnected priorities guide how we design programs, partnerships, and exchange opportunities.
- 01
Connect Canadian and African farmers
- 02
Promote agricultural trade and investment
- 03
Showcase modern farming technologies
- 04
Facilitate business networking and partnerships
- 05
Encourage value addition and food processing
- 06
Support youth and women in agribusiness
- 07
Create export and import opportunities
- 08
Share best practices in sustainable and climate-smart agriculture
Services
Eight pathways for agricultural exchange
Each service area has a dedicated page outlining purpose, participants, and how to express interest.
Community
Who CAFBEX connects
A cross-sector network spanning producers, enterprises, research, policy, and technology.
- Farmers
- Agribusinesses
- Investors
- Researchers
- Policymakers
- Youth
- Women entrepreneurs
- Exporters
- Technology providers
Connection
A bridge across the Atlantic
CAFBEX is a conceptual exchange corridor between Canadian and African agricultural communities — focused on relationships, knowledge, and opportunity.
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This map is illustrative. It does not represent offices, active partner locations, or verified trade volumes.
Activities
Formats designed for exchange
CAFBEX activities may include conferences, field learning, trade platforms, and training that bring Canadian and African agricultural stakeholders together.
- International conferences
- Workshops
- Farm visits
- Technology demonstrations
- Agricultural exhibitions
- Trade fairs
- B2B networking
- Investment forums
- Innovation, marketing, and export training
Events
Upcoming gatherings
Conferences, forums, and exchange moments — published when confirmed.
No upcoming events yet
When CAFBEX publishes confirmed events, they will appear here. In the meantime, you can inquire about participation or propose a gathering.
Gallery
Moments from the exchange
Visual stories from conferences, farm visits, training, and community gatherings.
Landscapes
Canada and Africa, side by side
Aerial farms, greenhouses, and exchange moments — replace these slots with your photography.
Products & Opportunities
Agricultural catalogue
Featured products and opportunities published by CAFBEX. Request information — this is not a checkout storefront.
Voices
What participants say
Published testimonials appear here.
“CAFBEX creates a respectful space where farmers and agribusinesses from Canada and Africa can learn from each other and explore real partnership pathways.”
“The exchange format helped us understand climate-smart practices in different contexts — not as a one-size solution, but as adaptable ideas for our own farms.”
“Clear conversations about trade readiness and networking made it easier to know what questions to ask before pursuing cross-border opportunities.”
Blog
Latest news
Updates, insights, and stories from the Canada–Africa agricultural exchange.
Insights · Mar 1, 2026
Why Canada–Africa agricultural exchange matters now
A framing essay on trade, knowledge, and partnership opportunities between Canadian and African farming communities.
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Exchange Notes · Mar 15, 2026
Designing respectful farmer-to-farmer learning
Principles for peer exchange that honor local knowledge while opening space for new practices.
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Insights · Apr 1, 2026
Climate-smart agriculture across different contexts
How climate-smart ideas travel — and why adaptation to place, soil, and markets is essential.
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Join the exchange
Connect. Participate. Grow opportunity.
Whether you are a farmer, agribusiness, investor, researcher, or policymaker — CAFBEX welcomes dialogue that advances Canada–Africa agricultural partnership.