2008 Africa Regional Conference 2008 Africa Regional Conference The Kampala Serena Hotel June 24-27 Kampala, Uganda Hosted by: ACTIF, CDO and NOGAMU Sponsored by: ComMark, Nordstrom and Reinhart Agenda Online Registration Mail/Fax Registration Logistics and more information (ACTIF web site) Find out more about sponsorship opportunities for this event. To become a sponsor, include the sponsorship in your online registration or fax/mail this sponsorship form. Organic Exchange, ACTIF, CDO and NOGAMU cordially invite you to join us for a series of meetings focused on expanding the production and use of organic fiber and food crops in the region. Africa is a major production area of organic ingredients for apparel, food, home and beauty products as well as the location of many high quality manufacturers of textile, apparel, home, food and beauty products. Brands and retailers including Aveda, Coop Switzerland, Marks & Spencer, Nordstrom and Woolworth’s South Africa are offering their customers a growing variety of certified organic and fair trade products from Africa. Meeting Highlights June 24-June 27: 2008 Africa Regional Conference The Business of Organic – Integrating the Cotton and Textile Supply Chain Participants will look at the global organic cotton market, the competitive position of Africa and explore next steps in developing an "Organic Africa" strategy. Training sessions will focus on issues across the chain on costs, certification, labeling, business cases and sourcing organic cotton fiber through fabrics. Events during the conference include Welcoming Reception the night of the 24th and a Mill Tour during the day on the 26th. June 25-June 27: Organic Marketplace The Organic Marketplace will be open throughout the conference giving participants a chance to browse the lastest regional organic cotton products. Meeting Fees Pre-registation: $450 (Available until May 30th) Onsite registration: $550 One-day rate: $150  (June 25th or 26th only) Farm / Farm Partner: no cost Marketplace: $120/booth We hope you, colleagues from your company and your business partners will join us for these exciting events.Register today to reserve your spot.The deadline to register at pre-registration rate is May 30, 2008. Event Sponsorship Find out more about sponsorship opportunities for this event. To become a sponsor, include the sponsorship in your online registration or fax or mail this sponsorship form.