Gaziantep Prepares for Middle East Food Fair

November 4, 2026 · Özel Haber

The MFF Middle East Food and Food Technologies Fair, organized by Nobel Expo, will open its doors in Gaziantep from November 5-7, 2026. The event aims to directly connect the Turkish agriculture and food industry with global buyers from the Middle East and Gulf markets.

Regional and Global Vision

Nobel Expo, a next-generation exhibition organizer, is arranging the MFF Middle East Food and Food Technologies Fair, aiming to be one of the most comprehensive organizations for the Eurasian and Middle Eastern markets in the food and agricultural technology sectors. The event, scheduled to take place from November 5-7, 2026, will open its doors at the Gaziantep Middle East Fair Center. The fair plans to directly connect food producers and agricultural industry representatives with trade delegations from the Middle East, Gulf countries, and the North African region. Qualified purchasing professionals operating on a global scale will gather under one roof for three days.

Strategic Export Move Centered in Gaziantep

Positioned as a critical export gateway from Anatolia to the world, this organization aims to increase Turkey's international market share in the food sector. Gaziantep, considered the agricultural industry capital of the country, hosts the event with its massive production capacity, competitive pricing, and advanced logistics capabilities. Domestic food producers will have the opportunity to conduct direct bilateral business meetings with buyers invited from abroad. Through these B2B interactions, the goal is to sign long-term export contracts and further strengthen supply networks.

Wide Product Range from Farm to Table

Within the scope of the organization, over 100 leading firms and hundreds of renowned brands will showcase the agricultural value chain from farm to table. The fairgrounds will feature staple agricultural foods such as legumes, grains, bakery products, spice varieties, olive oil, vegetable oils, and dairy products. Additionally, meat, poultry, delicatessen products, table eggs, canned vegetables, and frozen foods will be presented to buyers. Gaziantep pistachios, dried figs, apricots, chocolates, traditional sweets, and functional organic foods will be offered to the appreciation of international visitors.

Food Technologies and Logistics Solutions

The event will not be limited to final consumer products but will also introduce visitors to the modern technological infrastructure required by the agriculture and food industries. Beverage sector components, tea and coffee machines, and industrial kitchen equipment will be available for inspection by industry professionals. Packaging technologies, smart packaging, and vacuum systems will be showcased as innovative solutions for the sector. Simultaneously, cold chain logistics, climate control systems, food additives, and laboratory analysis services will complement the technology section of the fair.

Target Audience and Professional Participants

The specialized fair, offering extensive commercial opportunities, is preparing to host a rich profile of professional visitors. Buyers from supermarket chains, hotel operators, restaurant managers, and food and beverage directors are invited to the organization. Catering companies, wholesalers, international distributors, and purchasing authorities from institutions like hospitals will have the opportunity for direct contact. Furthermore, gastronomy experts, chefs, and food engineers will be present at the fair to examine the latest industrial products firsthand.

Strong Institutional Support and Stakeholders

The MFF Middle East Food Fair is being realized with the support of leading trade and industrial organizations in the region and Turkey. The Gaziantep Chamber of Industry, Gaziantep Chamber of Commerce, Southeast Anatolian Exporters' Unions, and Gaziantep Commodity Exchange are among the main stakeholders of the fair. Numerous sectoral media organizations and magazines operating internationally are also serving as promotional partners for the organization. This combined force of regional institutions aims to reinforce the competitive advantage of the Turkish agricultural food industry in international markets.

Visiting Hours and Transportation Details

The organization, lasting for a total of three days from November 5-7, 2026, will be a professional specialized event closed to visitors under 18 years of age. The Gaziantep Middle East Fair Center, located in the Başpınar Organized Industrial Zone in the Şehitkamil district of Gaziantep, is approximately 20-25 minutes from the city center via Gaziray and the ring road connection. The official airline sponsor of the event, Turkish Airlines, is offering discounted flight tickets to fair participants with the promotion code 037TKH26. Industry representatives and interested parties can obtain free online tickets through the official website.

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