FAO and the International Trade Centre (ITC) organize a working session at the 2016 WTO Public Forum on: "Inclusive Trade & Growth: Building the link between smallholder farmers and international value chains".　

Thursday, 29 September 2016, (17:00-18:30) WTO, Room W 　

A panel of leading experts representing government, international organizations, farmers and the private sector will discuss efforts to ensure sustainability of supply to meet global food demand, whilst securing benefits for small-scale farmers. Current policies, practical case studies and innovative initiatives as well as possible new policy making strategies for inclusive and sustainable trade will be explored. 　

Opening Remarks:　

Mr. Anders Aeroe, Director, Division of Market Development, ITC 　

Speakers:　

Dr. Nyagoy Nyong’o, Executive Director, Fairtrade Africa (FTA) 　

Mr. Gabriele Noberasco, President, Noberasco 　

Mrs. Kathrin Brugger, Deputy Head of Sustainability, Chocolats Halba (COOP) 　

Mr. Tony Sikpa, President, Federation of Association of Ghanaian Exporters (FAGE) 　

H.E. Mr. Alvaro Cedeño Molinari, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of Costa Rica to the WTO 　

Mr. David Neven, Programme Officer, FAO 　

Moderator & Closing Remarks:　

Mr. Hernan Manson, Senior Officer, Sector Competitiveness, Division of Market Development, ITC