International forum · Milan, Lombardy

AGRI & ARTIInternational Excellence Forum

Name: AGRI & ARTI 2026
Start: 2026-11-26
End: 2026-11-27
Location: Milano, Lombardia

26 – 27 November 2026

Two days to build economic, commercial and institutional relationships between Lombardy and the Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceïma region of Morocco. Conceived by Italy Discovery, the forum brings together companies, delegations, institutions and partners through the institutional forum, B2B meetings, the Global Talks and first-hand discovery of local excellence.

The village of Valverde among meadows and hills under an overcast sky. — Valverde, Colli Verdi (Pavia)

The town of Chefchaouen at the foot of the Rif mountains, with fields in the foreground. — Chefchaouen and the Rif mountains, Morocco

LombardyTanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceïma

Different territories, a shared vision.

Who AGRI & ARTI is for

The forum brings Italian and Moroccan delegations, companies, institutions, trade associations and partners together around one international table.

Forum themes

Rural and sustainable tourism
Agri-food and quality supply chains
Craft production and Made in Italy
Technological innovation and digitalisation
International cooperation
Investment and business-support instruments
New opportunities for business, work and employment
Developing new international markets
Promoting territorial excellence
Design and fashion
Ports, inland ports, logistics and packaging
Startups

An arched lane in the medina of Tétouan, between white walls and green doors. — A lane in the medina of Tétouan, Morocco

Four dimensions

BusinessQualified meetings and opportunities.
InstitutionsCooperation and international dialogue.
TerritoryBusinesses, people and places.
ExperienceVisits, food, first-hand knowledge.

The two-day programme

Official programme (PDF)Document in Italian · 1.6 MB

Thursday26November

Institutional forum, international cooperation and B2B meetings

Venue: Palazzo del Consiglio Regionale della Lombardia

09:30
Welcome and coffee
Welcome for the Italian and international delegations, institutional authorities, companies and partners.
10:00
Official opening
Institutional greetings and presentation of the Forum's objectives.
Institutional dialogue between Regione Lombardia and the Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceïma region, with the participation of institutions, trade associations and the Italian and international delegations.
11:00
Institutional addresses
Addresses by Italian and international authorities and institutional representatives on strengthening relations between territories and on the prospects for cooperation.
12:00
Cooperation and development opportunities
Presentation of economic, institutional and territorial collaboration opportunities.
A closer look at strategic sectors, productive excellence and the scope for developing joint projects.
13:00
Institutional ceremony: signing of the Collaboration Agreement
Regione Lombardia / Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceïma Region (Morocco)
The official signing of the collaboration protocol, in the presence of the institutional representatives of both Regions.
The agreement aims to strengthen cooperation in tourism, agri-food, crafts, innovation, internationalisation and territorial development.
13:15
An all-Lombard lunch
A convivial moment for the delegations, authorities, companies and partners, showcasing Lombard cuisine and hospitality.

AGRI & ARTI Global Talks

14:00–15:00
Territories, innovation and international cooperation
An international session on investment opportunities, economic cooperation and territorial development.

Scheduled speakers
- Fondo Provinciale Milanese per la Cooperazione Internazionale: Dr Elisa Balconi, Mayor of Cassina de' Pecchi and President of the Fund
- Sierra Leone: Consulate General of Sierra Leone for Northern Italy
- Mauritania: Representative of the Gorgol Region
- Libya: An Italian company working on technical training and skills-development programmes
- Gabon: Minister of Energy, remote participation (awaiting confirmation)

International B2B & Workshop

15:00–17:00
International B2B & Workshop
Meetings between Italian and international companies, economic delegations and industry operators.
Sessions dedicated to developing new commercial opportunities, partnerships, investment and international cooperation projects.
17:00–17:15
Coffee break
A break for networking between participants and delegations.
17:15–18:30
International B2B & Networking
B2B meetings and professional networking resume between companies, institutions and international partners.
18:30
Close of proceedings
End of the institutional day and of the professional meetings.

21:00
International Gala Dinner
An evening bringing together the Italian and international delegations, with convivial moments and networking opportunities.

The dinner venue will be announced by the organisers.

Friday27November

Experience Tour & company visits

Discovering Lombardy's excellence

11:00–16:00Lombardy

A day dedicated to discovering Lombardy, its productive excellence and the opportunities for international collaboration.

The itinerary and meeting point will be announced by the organisers.

11:00
Experience Tour begins
Welcome for the Italian and international delegations and start of the activities dedicated to discovering Lombardy's excellence.
11:00–13:00
Experiential tour and tailored visits
Direct meetings with local producers and operators in agri-food, crafts and rural tourism.
Company visits arranged around the delegations' interests and the commercial opportunities that emerged during the B2B meetings on 26 November.
13:00–14:00
Convivial lunch at a Lombard agriturismo
A convivial moment for the participating delegations and operators, showcasing Lombard cuisine and hospitality.
14:00–16:00
Company visits and meetings with local operators
The tailored visits and professional meetings continue.
Activities will be organised around the sectors of interest and the commercial opportunities that emerged during the Forum, to support new partnerships, investment and projects between Italian and international companies.
16:00
Experience Tour ends
Close of activities and end of the AGRI & ARTI 2026 programme.

The programme may be subject to organisational updates and to confirmation of the institutional speakers.

Taking part

Participation in AGRI & ARTI is supported by a voluntary donation; there is no fixed participation fee.

The forum is open to Italian and international companies, delegations, institutions, associations and partners.
Register by 20 November 2026. Each participant registers in their own name; several people can be registered in one order.
The lunches, the gala dinner and the Experience Tour are programme activities; access conditions will be communicated by the organisers.

RegisterBooking on Eventbrite · form in Italian

Registration and voluntary donation

Register for the event on Eventbrite, free of charge.
Receive the confirmation email with your Eventbrite order number.

Registration is free.
The donation is optional and is not required to validate your registration.

Bank details for voluntary donations will be published on this page. Registration is free and remains valid without a donation.

For questions about registration or donations, write to segreteria@italydiscovery.net

The Gold and Main partnerships are separate commercial packages with fixed prices. See partnerships

International B2B & Workshop

On 26 November, in two sessions (⁦15:00⁠–⁠17:00⁩ and ⁦17:15⁠–⁠18:30⁩), meetings between Italian and international companies, economic delegations and industry operators.

Sessions dedicated to developing new commercial opportunities, partnerships, investment and international cooperation projects.

B2B thematic tables

Finance, investment and business development
Agritourism, franchising and development projects
Inbound and outbound tourism
Packaging, logistics and industrial equipment
Agri-food, pasta, rice and bakery products
Extra virgin olive oil
Coffee and cocoa
Dairy products and cheese
Agri-food supply chains: honey, honey products and argan
Agri-food supply chains: seafood and condiments
Agri-food supply chains: fruit, vegetables and beverages
Cosmetics, beauty and make-up
Fashion, design, clothing and accessories
Technological innovation for rural areas
Vocational training and skills
Pastry, ice cream and confectionery
Sport and the 2030 Football World Cup in Morocco
Event organisation, sport and culture

Rows of Grana Padano wheels lined up on the shelves of an ageing warehouse. — Grana Padano wheels ageing

Hospitality and services on request

To arrange hotel rooms, meeting rooms and transfers, you can contact Connect Project. Availability, conditions and quotes are agreed directly with the agency.

Contact Connect Project (opens an external website)Or write to info@connectproject.it

These services are separate from event registration.

Where it takes place

26 November · Institutional forum, international cooperation and B2B meetings: Palazzo del Consiglio Regionale della Lombardia
26 November · 21:00 · International Gala Dinner: Venue to be announced by the organisers
27 November · ⁦11:00⁠–⁠16:00⁩ · Experience Tour & company visits: Lombardy · itinerary and meeting point to be announced by the organisers

Official programme (PDF)Document in Italian · 1.6 MB

Organisers and partners

Organisers and partners of the 2026 edition.

Regione Lombardia
Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceïma Region (Morocco)
Italy Discovery
Consorzio Vivere Italy
Blink Up
AIC
Morocco Discovery
FENAGRI
Meridian
Penelope Buh
Assocamuna
MIMA
Club Amici del Made in Italy
FIPTES
Milano 33 S.r.l.

Partnership

For organisations that wish to support the forum with an institutional presence. Partnerships are fixed-price commercial packages, separate from participation by voluntary donation: they are agreed with the organisers and are not purchased as tickets.

Gold Partner

€1,500+ VAT

Gold status and logo on official materials
Forum and lunch on 26 November
Presentation slot and networking
Interpreting and brand visibility
Listing in the official catalogue

Main Partner

€3,000+ VAT

Prominent logo on official materials
Dedicated presentation and speaking slot
Networking priority and premium catalogue listing
Brand visibility and interpreting
Dedicated activities with the delegations
Customisable partnership

Ask about partnership

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to take part?

Registration is free. Anyone who wishes can support the initiative with a voluntary donation, which does not affect the validity of the registration. Each participant must be registered in their own name.

Does the donation give access to the lunches, the gala dinner and the Experience Tour?

The lunches, the gala dinner and the Experience Tour are programme activities. Access conditions will be communicated by the organisers.

How do I book hotels, meeting rooms and transfers?

Through Connect Project, which agrees availability, conditions and quotes directly. These services are separate from event registration.

When does registration close?

Registration closes on 20 November 2026.

Where does the forum take place?

In Milan and Lombardy. On 26 November the forum takes place at Palazzo del Consiglio Regionale della Lombardia; the venue of the gala dinner will be announced by the organisers. On 27 November the Experience Tour takes place in Lombardy; the itinerary and meeting point will be announced by the organisers.

How much does a partnership cost?

Partnerships are commercial packages, separate from participation: Gold Partner €1,500 + VAT and Main Partner €3,000 + VAT, agreed with the organisers.

Take part in AGRI & ARTI 2026

26 – 27 November 2026 · Milan · Lombardy

RegisterBooking on Eventbrite · form in Italian