The Agricultural society of Kenya has announced an increase in the number of exhibitors who will take part in this year's Mombasa international show as preparation begun in earnest.

Mombasa ASK chairman Henry Nyaga says preparation for the annual event is 98 percent complete as exhibitors are finalizing on arrangements of exhibition stands.

This year, he says at over  250 local and international exhibitors have confirmed participation, an increase from 150 exhibitors who took part in the previous show.

"In 2023 the show attracted over 150 exhibitors in trade, livestock farm and dairy. This year, we expect to have an increase in the number of exhibitors to over 250,with several visitors likely to hit approximately over 250,000 over the five days",stated Nyaga.

The official also announced that some over 30 new exhibitors including the East Africa tea Auction will showcase their trade for the first time in the show.

"This is a sign of confidence that we have built overtime to different traders, we are on an upward trajectory in-terms of growing the number of stakeholders,"said Nyaga.

This year's show will kick off from September 4th- 8th under the theme "promoting climate smart Agriculture and trade initiatives for sustainable economic growth".

"The event will provide a platform for exhibitors to not only showcase the latest technologies in their sectors but will also enable them to interact directly with their customers," said Nyaga.

Speaking during a media briefing at the Mkomani show grounds arena, Nyaga also hinted that some 38 foreign companies will take part.

"We have reached to 38 foreign companies who have shown interest to participate, out of the 38,five of them have confirmed participation," Nyaga confirmed.

The official also assured exhibitors of sufficient water supply, enough security surveillance as well as emergency response Incase of an health emergency.

The annual event will also provide a platform for visitors to get goods at subsidized prices  of goods and services, government services, free farmer training and workshops, livestock parades and arena entertainment for free.

According to ASK schedule President William Ruto is expected officially open the show on September 5,2024.