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Balkans & Black Sea Grain forum, Istanbul
AGRIPEC Forum · Istanbul

Balkans & Black Sea
Grain 2026

Istanbul · Türkiye · 22 September 2026
350Delegates
30Countries
1Intensive day
SofitelTaksim
PartnerMedia partners
Why Istanbul

Where the Black Sea grain trade meets.

Istanbul sits at the crossroads of the Black Sea, the Balkans and the Mediterranean — neutral ground where exporters, importers and traders set up the season face to face.

01

Meet Buyers

Importers, mills and processors from Türkiye, MENA and the Mediterranean.

02

Close Deals

One focused day can replace months of emails and move real tonnage.

03

Read the Season

Black Sea balances, Romanian flows and freight — straight from the desks that trade them.

The room

The room is the product.

The value of the forum is not the presentations. The value is who is inside the room.

350Delegates
30Countries represented
1 dayFocused, no filler
BalancedBuyer and seller participation

Registration data from the previous Balkans & Black Sea Grain editions, delivered by the AGRIPEC team.

The day

One day. 22 September 2026.

Sofitel Istanbul Taksim · 09:00 to 21:00

09:00 – 10:00

Registration & networking

Badges, coffee and the first meetings. The room fills up early.

10:00 – 11:30

Export markets: Black Sea grain flows

Where the tonnage actually moves this season, from the desks that trade it.

11:30 – 12:00

Coffee break

12:00 – 13:30

Import demand: growth markets

Türkiye, MENA and East Africa — who is buying and on what terms.

13:30 – 15:00

Business lunch

The most productive hour of the day. Deals are made over the table, not from the stage.

15:00 – 16:30

Romania as a strategic grain hub

The Danube corridor, Constanța and the new balance of the region.

16:30 – 17:00

Coffee break

17:00 – 18:30

Logistics & infrastructure

Freight, war risk and insurance — what it costs to move grain now.

18:30 – 21:00

Grain Gala Dinner

Where the day’s conversations turn into relationships.

Speakers 2026

Who speaks in Istanbul.

Ibrahim Demirayak

Ibrahim Demirayak

Grains & Oilseeds ManagerAmeropa
Pieter Defoor

Pieter Defoor

Founder and CEOCommo18 BV
Sabina Sodikova

Sabina Sodikova

Country Manager RussiaAgrozan Commodities DMCC
Yavor Velchev

Yavor Velchev

FounderSHIPPOSSIBLE Insurance Brokers

More speakers are being confirmed. To propose a speaker, write to us.

Previous editions

Built edition by edition.

Full archive →
Who attends

The audience in numbers.

Istanbul, previous editions.

350delegates
30countries
1 dayfocused programme
Balkans& Black Sea
01Traders and merchants

International trading houses, exporters and commodity brokers.

02Buyers, mills and processors

Importers, flour and feed mills, crushers and food manufacturers.

03Ports, terminals and logistics

Terminal operators, shipping lines, freight forwarders and surveyors.

04Banks, insurance and inspection

Trade finance, insurers and inspection companies that keep the trade moving.

05Government and associations

Ministries, state buyers, grain councils and industry unions.

Already registered

Confirmed participants.

Companies that have booked their place at Balkans & Black Sea Grain 2026. The list grows every week.

Registration

Your access to the market.

Current rate€690until 31 July 2026
Standard€790from 1 August 2026
Late€890from 1 September 2026
Delegate pass Full day · 22 September 2026 · Sofitel Istanbul Taksim €690 €790 from 1 Aug · €890 from 1 Sep · €1,000 on-site Register
  • All conference sessions and panels
  • Business lunch and coffee breaks
  • Grain Gala Dinner
  • Delegate directory with contacts
  • Company profile and logo in the catalogue
  • Materials and post-forum report
Register10% off for three or more delegates from one company

Prices in EUR, VAT excluded for EU taxpayers · payment by card or invoice.
10% discount for three or more delegates from one company.

The venue

Sofitel Istanbul Taksim.

Sofitel Istanbul Taksim

Sıraselviler Cad. 13 · Taksim, Beyoğlu

  • Two minutes from Taksim Square and the M2 metro
  • IST 41 km · SAW 50 km — allow an hour either way
  • Sessions, meetings and the Gala Dinner under one roof
FAQ

Practical questions.

Where and when is the forum?

Istanbul, Türkiye, on 22 September 2026 at the Sofitel Istanbul Taksim. It is a one-day forum, with the Grain Gala Dinner the same evening.

In what language is the forum run?

English.

What is included in a pass?

All conference sessions and panels, lunch and coffee breaks, and the Grain Gala Dinner. Every delegate also gets a company profile with contacts and logo in the official catalogue, the delegate directory, forum materials and the post-forum report.

How much does a pass cost?

€690 until 31 July 2026, €790 from 1 August, €890 from 1 September, and €1,000 on-site. Prices are in EUR, VAT excluded for EU taxpayers.

Is there a group discount?

Yes — 10% for three or more delegates from one company.

How can I pay?

By corporate invoice or by card. Leave a request and our team will send an invoice and confirmation within one business day.

Can you help with a visa?

Yes. Registered delegates can request an invitation letter for a Türkiye visa application — write to info@agripec.com once your registration is confirmed.

Which airport should I fly into?

Istanbul Airport (IST) on the European side, or Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) on the Asian side.

What is the dress code?

Business. Business formal for the Grain Gala Dinner.

Can my company become a partner or speak?

Yes. Partner and speaking options are available — write to info@agripec.com.

Final invitation

Join the market.

22 September 2026 · Istanbul

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