150 Food Companies in ExpoCacia

Taking part in the activity are suppliers of machinery and equipment, services and raw materials from the food industry and related industries.

"Marco Cercone, chairman of the chamber, explained that the event is an excellent way boost the market in view of improved processes and competitiveness.

"Suppliers of large, medium and small businesses will find the industry’s latest, all in one place, allowing them to improve their production processes in every part of the value chain", Cercone said in a statement.

The exhibition will be accompanied by a series of business talks”, reported Elfinancierocr.com

Source: elfinancierocr.com

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