2020: A SIVAL record!

26 000 visitors thronged the aisles at the 34th edition of the SIVAL?that took place between the 14th and 16th January at the Parc des Expositions in Angers, with a convivial atmosphere providing perfect conditions to do business. This record-breaking figure constitutes a major turning point for the Show, that has seen its surface area increase by 4000m2 overall in 2020 thereby enabling 700 exhibitors to be welcomed. The new extension coupled with a new look layout enabled the SIVAL to reaffirm its position as the leader in events dedicated to the whole of the specialist plant production, horticultural and wine production sectors, as well as market gardening, tree production, seed production... The position of leader is reinforced further thanks to the attractive, forward looking content that was on offer throughout the three days of the show. Resolutely focusing on agro ecology and innovation linked to production techniques in order to promote efficient and sustainable agriculture, t h e SIVAL gave 4000 participants, in the conference areas and the Forum, the chance to discover the opinions of experts, in order of to find out more about the major challenges facing agriculture. Climate change was also a major theme that featured, notably, in the conferences held as part of the 2nd edition of FRUIT 2050. Record levels of participation were also registered for a certain number of conferences. 21 innovations received awards at the SIVAL Innovation Concours, and the Agreen Startup Concours also enabled 5 projects to receive grants for development, thus reinforcing the aim of promoting innovation in the different sectors in order to help agriculture answer societal expectations. Finally, another milestone was reached at an international level with 55 nationalities present, (compared to 45 in 2019) and 300 highly qualified business rendezvous taking place as part of the Vegepolys Valley International Business Event (VIBE). With an increase in the the number of delegations, the whole of the Top Buyer program was reinforced resulting in numerous discussions for trade creation, and guaranteed publicity for the region?s businesses at an international level. With this target for development, the SIVAL will be continuing its collaboration with foreign Shows like MACFRUT in Italy and the AAFEX in China. Buoyed by its success, the SIVAL is intending to build on this growth for its next edition, by paying special attention to the visitor?s experience throughout the whole Show. The date is fixed! We look forward to seeing you next year at the SIVAL, from 12 to 14 January 2021 at the Parc des Expositions in Angers.