Nagaland entrepreneurs attend Coffex Istanbul 2025

G Ikuto Zhimomi with officials and coffee entrepreneurs from Nagaland during their participation at Coffex Istanbul Expo 2025 in Istanbul, Turkey.

• DIMAPUR — With the vision of the Department of Land Resources, Nagaland, to promote Nagaland coffees, a nine-member delegation led by G Ikuto Zhimomi, Advisor, Land Resources, participated in Coffex Istanbul Expo 2025.
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• The delegation included Kevekha Kevin Zehol, former Commissioner and Secretary, Land Resources; Hekato N, Additional Director, Land Resources; and five coffee entrepreneurs from Nagaland representing Nagaland Coffee, Été Coffee, Juro Coffee, YES Coffee, and Coffee Lady.
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• The event was held from May 9 to the 11th in Istanbul, Turkey, according to a DIPR report.

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• The Consulate General of India in Istanbul, Mijito Vinito Chishi, was instrumental in facilitating the participation by liaising with the Coffee Board of India and the Government of Turkey. This resulted in the involvement of the Nagaland delegation.
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• Coffex Istanbul serves as the premier international trade fair and promotion platform for coffee and related industries in the Middle East, uniting coffee enthusiasts and professionals. The visit aimed to enhance knowledge of coffee cultivation, processing, and marketing and to explore global trends and market linkages.
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• During the three-day event, the team engaged in cupping sessions, workshops, and interactions with international stakeholders in the coffee value chain.
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• It was stated that they gained firsthand exposure to diverse coffee processing methods and flavours and an understanding of market dynamics, including consumer preferences, pricing strategies, cutting-edge technologies, and sustainable innovations.