Feedback of the exhibitors and visitors
Head of Sales for Distribution, Agro-Sputnik:
"Participation in Prodexpo is, first and foremost, an opportunity to hear the voice of our consumers and understand their needs. In addition to concluding contracts, the exhibition allows us to assess the level of demand for our products, closely examine the competitive environment, and identify our strengths and weaknesses. This is the only way we can remain competitive and improve constantly."
Aleksandr Kozitsyn, Branch Manager, Yadrinmoloko (Cheboksary):
"First of all, participation in Prodexpo is a matter of prestige. When we come here, we are saying that we are working, we are competitive, and we are in the market. It is also a great opportunity to make new contacts with suppliers and distributors, see new products, and discuss trends."
Andrey Kvasnikov, Acting Minister of Agriculture and Fish Industry of the Republic of Karelia:
"Prodexpo gives a successful start of the new year to food industry entrepreneurs. It allows to expand the geography of business contacts, share valuable cases, and hear opinions of competent experts."
Evgeniy Tikhonov, Acting Minister of the Agriculture Industry and Consumer Market of the Yaroslavl Region:
"The participation of our enterprises in such a large-scale international event emphasises their contribution to food security. We are proud to be able to present a variety of products that reflect the high quality standards and richness of our region."
Sergey Sokolov, Deputy of the Yaroslavl Regional Duma, Development Director at the Aronap coffee and chicory plant:
"There is no doubt that Prodexpo is the main event for the entire food industry in Russia. The Yaroslavl region takes a worthy place at this show as it shares its experience, competences, and opportunities."
Tatiana Zakharova, Marketing Director, Sarepta Volgograd Mustard Oil Plant:
"The advantages of participating in exhibitions such as Prodexpo are obvious. First of all, it is an opportunity to make yourself known and to study your competitors. Such participation saves a lot of money thanks to the state programme to support exporters. After the exhibition, we receive a lot of contacts, including contacts from potential contractors, which are printing plants and label manufacturers. It allows us to choose suppliers using tenders, taking into account price and quality. Participation in international exhibitions, awards received at them, and interaction with the export centre are taken into account when assessing activities of exporters. They also increase the company's competitiveness in the international market."
Yulia Zenkina, Sales Manager. Bulgarconserv:
"We are exhibiting at Prodexpo for the second year in a row. We would like to point out its high level of organisation. We have a great location, which attracts a lot of attention from the visitors. Last year, the exhibition brought us good contacts. We continue to be in touch with potential customers and select the right products from our range for them. This edition has also brought us great results. We met customers we had never seen in person before and discussed issues that cannot be discussed by mail or phone."
Andrey Nebolsin, Head of Sales, RusSilica:
"We know that successful business development is impossible without establishing strong ties with partners and clients. Prodexpo has confirmed the importance of face-to-face meetings and networking in business, which allow establishing trusting relationships and clarifying market needs. We would like to thank everyone who showed interest in our products. We are confident that our joint efforts will strengthen our position in the market and allow us to implement a number of successful projects. We look forward to continuing the dialogue with our new partners and customers, so that we can move together towards common goals and results."
Dmitry Krasnov, Minister of Economic Development and Property Relations of the Chuvash Republic:
"Prodexpo offers a unique opportunity to exchange experience with industry professionals, demonstrate the potential of the Chuvash food industry, generate new business contacts, and discuss prospects for cooperation. We provide our manufacturers with comprehensive support and help them to take part in exhibitions of different levels. This way these companies strengthen the image of the republic and promote local brands in the Russian and international markets."
Maksim Yakovlev, CEO, 1MK:
"Participation in Prodexpo was an important step forward for us. We have presented our products here for the first time at a group stand of the Kaluga region. We received a lot of positive feedback and interested offers. Our assortment aroused keen interest among visitors even without tastings. We already have concrete agreements with partners, and we plan to start deliveries to Kazan next week."
Polina Demidova, Deputy Director General for Commerce and Strategic Development, Volganin:
"Our work at the exhibition was very productive. We had a huge number of visitors from Russian regions. We were also approached by visitors from other countries such as Saudi Arabia, Iran, China, who were interested in the products we presented, eggs and processed egg products such as melange, egg whites, yolks. The visitors were particularly interested in our new products, dry egg protein with different flavours, and chicken meat products. We discussed the topic of supplies and market expansion with potential partners."
Natalia Rogotskaya, President at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Yaroslavl Region:
"We have been participating in Prodexpo with a group stand for more than 15 years. Participation in Prodexpo is a great opportunity for businesses to keep abreast of current trends in the market, make themselves known, find new partners, strengthen already established business ties, discuss current issues in a professional circle, and find new ideas for inspiration and improvement. That is why every year we bring together Yaroslavl manufacturers and come to this exhibition."
Zaur Aboev, Commercial Director, Bavaria Group:
"We held a number of meetings with distributors from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Armenia, and the UAE. Representatives of these countries expressed interest in supplying Bavaria products. We have also reached agreements on signing contracts with Iran, Azerbaijan, and China. The most important thing is to identify strategic partners with whom we can further develop the range of products we make. As a result, we have common understanding and set tasks for both professionals of our company and partners. We also have met new customers during this exhibition."
Inna Tolkacheva, Member of the Standing Commission of the Council of the Republic of Belarus on Legislation and State Building, Director at Soligorsk Poultry Factory:
"Prodexpo 2025 is an opportunity to meet partners, generate new business contacts, and get feedback. This is very valuable for us. Food products from Belarus are in well-deserved demand in the markets of many countries. The taste and quality of our poultry products made a good impression on the exhibitors and visitors to the exhibition."
Andrey Rubashin, Director of the Department of the Agriculture Industry of the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug:
"We are continuing our work on the positioning of the Yamal brand. Our manufacturers had a chance to see the latest trends in food production. They were interested in everything including innovations in cooking and serving methods, packaging design and materials. Many people significantly expanded their circle of acquaintances in the professional environment and acquired new business contacts, which will contribute to the growth of quality and expansion of sales of Yamal products."
Olga Skrigan, Deputy Head of Marketing, Slutsk Cheese-Making Plant:
"It is always interesting to see our buyers, get feedback from them, and draw conclusions about where the market is going to, how it is developing, and what is needed for the Russian market and other markets. After all, this is a platform for negotiations not only with the end consumer, but also with suppliers of ingredients, equipment, and packaging."
Dina Alborova, Head of the Administration of Matveevo-Kurgan District, Rostov Oblast:
"Prodexpo 2025 in Moscow has once again confirmed its status as a key event in the world of food and beverages. The increase in the number of companies and the variety of wines and spirits presented testify to the growing interest in quality products and their development in the international arena. It is very pleasing to see the success of Don winemaking, which not only receives high marks from experts, but also actively develop their own vineyards in the region. The support from the government and the increase in the area under autochthonous grape varieties are important steps towards strengthening Russia's position in the wine market."
Marat Kulbaev, Specialist of the Export Support Centre of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic:
"Prodexpo 2025 was a success. There were a lot of visitors, and the products of our enterprises aroused great interest among them. We have concluded preliminary agreements on cooperation."
Anton Doronin, Acting Minister of Economic Development of Stavropol Krai:
"More than 20 manufacturers from Stavropol Krai took part in Prodexpo. We held 250 meetings and agreed to conclude contracts worth several million dollars."
Natalia Kishkina, Director, Barnaul Dairy Plant:
"We had more than a hundred meetings and negotiations with buyers of retail chains with whom we are already working fruitfully. There are also new, interesting offers for us. We have reached preliminary agreements with partners from CIS countries, and we plan to start shipments in the near future."