This is how we lived it: Rural Expo 2023 in numbers

Buenos Aires, July 31, 2023.- Under the slogan Let's Live Our Thing, we celebrate the 135th edition from the International Livestock, Agriculture and Industry Exhibition with once journeys full of activities to promote the main activities of the field and regional industries that drive the country's economy.

More than 1,300,000 visitors they were able to explore different options, meet and interact with the more than 2,000 animals experts in our field and enjoy the best of every corner of the country with the proposal of 400 commercial exhibitors in agricultural machinery, 4x4 pickup trucks, industrial products and supplies, food, and apparel.

The Rural Expo 23 solidified itself as the epicenter of agricultural business with the Business Round organized by the Argentine Agency for Investment and International Trade. For two days, 80 Argentine companies of food and beverages held 180 meetings with 8 companies importers from the region and Europe to expand the national industry. In addition, they carried out 48 talks and training sessions with an attendance of 1,000 attendees, fostering technical-commercial exchange among industry professionals.

As one of the main new features, the “Open Hearts” Social Entrepreneurs Fair” drew 17,000 visitors who were able to learn about the products and purposes of 28 foundations and NGOs, also, a interfaith meeting to promote dialogue and peace. In a year with a strong electoral agenda, a space was organized for presidential pre-candidates to present themselves. The inaugural event, held on July 29, was attended by officials, diplomats, and sector leaders. Nicolás Pino, the president of the Rural Society highlighted the role of the countryside and advocated for an Argentina with state policies based on agreements.

Expo Rural 2023 in summary:
11 matchdays
+1,300,000 virtual and in-person visitors
1,382 exhibitors and breeders
* +400 trade exhibitors
Over 2,000 animals
14 provinces
48 days of seminars, talks, and presentations
* Over 10,000 people dedicated to daily work
* +$8.000 million in 27 auctions
+1,200 accredited journalists

About the Rural Exhibition

With 135 years of history, the Livestock, Agricultural, and Industrial Exhibition is the most representative and traditional event in the country. It has established itself as the most significant business arena for the agro-industrial community and continues to be an unmissable winter holiday plan, where over a million lovers of the countryside connect with our roots annually. It is also the premier meeting point for producers, contractors, entrepreneurs, professionals, students, and technicians from Argentina and around the world.
For more information about the event, go to www.exposicionrural.com.ar

About La Rural, Buenos Aires Exhibition Centre

With over 135 years of history, La Rural, Buenos Aires Exhibition Centre, is one of Argentina's great emblems, a symbol of its identity and traditions. Its prime location in the center of Buenos Aires and an area of over 12 hectares make La Rural the main exhibition center in Latin America, a unique space of its kind. With state-of-the-art technological and building infrastructure, it adds 45,000 m² of covered space and more than 10,000 m² of open space, as well as an underground parking lot for 1,000 cars. La Rural combines respect for history with a strong commitment to the modern world.

 

Contact:
prensa@larural.com.ar

About La Rural, Buenos Aires Exhibition Centre

With over 150 years of history, La Rural, Buenos Aires Exhibition Centre is the main event venue in Argentina and a benchmark in Latin America. Strategically located in the heart of the city, the venue integrates tradition and innovation in a 360° management model focused on quality, efficiency, and experience, raising the standard of the MICE industry.

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