About

The Bangladesh Agro Conclave 2025, jointly organized by the Sustainable Agriculture Foundation Bangladesh (SAF Bangladesh) and LightCastle Partners (LCP), is grounded in a bold yet pragmatic mission: to align vision, strategy, and collective action for building a resilient, competitive, and inclusive agriculture sector in Bangladesh.

Guided by this year’s theme: “Unlocking Bangladesh’s Agri-Potential for Global Competitiveness and Sustainable Growth” the conclave serves as a platform for bridging silos and accelerating sector-wide transformation.

As Bangladesh navigates mounting climate challenges, global market shifts, and evolving development priorities, this initiative aims to bring together the right actors to co-create integrated solutions that are market-driven, climate-resilient, and equity-focused.

By fostering public-private collaboration and championing inclusive value chains, the conclave aspires to lay the groundwork for sustainable, scalable, and impactful change across the agri-food system.

Why You Should Attend — Unlock Opportunities at the Forefront of Agri-Innovation

Agriculture remains a cornerstone of Bangladesh’s economy, contributing approximately 11.02% to the nation’s GDP and employing about 37% of the labor force. However, the sector faces numerous challenges, including limited commercialization, poor market linkages, climate vulnerabilities, food safety concerns, and an increasing disinterest among the youth.

The Bangladesh Agro Conclave 2025 is a crucial platform to ignite strategic discussions and forge collaborative solutions for these pressing issues. Taking place on May 25, 2025, at Amari Dhaka, this high-level event, organized by the Sustainable Agriculture Foundation Bangladesh (SAF Bangladesh) and LightCastle Partners (LCP), will bring together over 100 national and international stakeholders. By engaging in curated panels, innovation showcases, and networking opportunities, participants will explore solutions for sustainable agricultural growth, strengthen public-private partnerships, and work towards positioning Bangladesh as a competitive player in global agri-value chains.

Who’s Attending — A Powerhouse Lineup of Agri-Leaders, Innovators & Changemakers

The conclave will bring together a diverse group of stakeholders to create a collaborative environment for ideation and partnership. Participants will include:

• Policymakers
• Private sector actors
• Development partners
• Agri-tech companies
• Investors
• Financial Institutions

The event will facilitate cross-sector engagement, allowing actors from policy, business, and development fields to align on shared goals and strategies.

What to Expect — Inspiring Talks, Real Solutions, and Ideas

The day-long event will feature:

1. Keynote presentations and panel discussions involving policymakers, private sector leaders, development partners, among others

🔹 Panel 1: Charting the Path Towards Global Export Market

Strategies to build inclusive agri-export value chains by enhancing collaboration between agri-businesses, exporters, and smallholder farmers. Focus on capacity-building, certification, logistics, and successful export models. 

🔹 Panel 2: Empowering Women and Youth in Agri-Food Value Chains

Exploring innovative financing, partnerships, and market access solutions to uplift women- and youth-led agri-businesses through targeted support and collaboration.

🔹 Panel 3: Ensuring Food Safety and Cold Chain Efficiency in Protein & Dairy

Addressing challenges in food safety, traceability, and cold chain management using tech-driven solutions and public-private partnerships to meet global standards and reduce losses.

2. Showcases of agri-tech solutions and  innovative models across the agriculture and agro-processing sectors 

Get inspired by cutting-edge agri-tech solutions and innovative business models revolutionizing the agriculture and agro-processing sectors. At the Bangladesh Agro Conclave 2025, companies will showcase emerging technologies, products, and breakthrough ideas — offering you a first-hand look at the innovations shaping the future of food and farming.

Whether you’re an investor, policymaker, entrepreneur, or enthusiast — this is your chance to be a part of transformative action and to connect with the changemakers driving agricultural progress in Bangladesh and beyond.

3. Opportunities for cross-sectoral networking over lunch and tea to foster future collaboration

The conclave aims to serve as a launchpad for long-term partnerships and policy alignment to drive sustainable growth in the agriculture sector.

Be Part of the Change — Shape the Future of Agro-Entrepreneurship & Sustainability

The Agro Conclave 2025 will provide a platform to co-create a roadmap for transforming Bangladesh’s agriculture — from subsistence-based practices to commercially viable, market-oriented models.

By participating, you will join a movement focused on unlocking agri-potential through innovation, investment, and inclusive growth — aligned with national goals and global competitiveness.