Ammon News - AMMONNEWS - Some 46 Jordanian food processing companies will take part in Gulfood 2017, which will kick off in Dubai next Sunday, said head of Jordan Exporters Association Omar Abu Wishah.

In a statement released on Friday, Abu Wishah said that the Jordanian companies taking part in the event include meat processing, dairy, poultry, drinks, refreshments and other companies. The Jordanian stand, he added, will extend over 700 square meters.

"The association is keen to take part in the event every year to allow Jordanian companies to network with traders taking part in Gulfood, in order to exchange expertise and sign business deals," the head of the association said.

Gulfood is the region's biggest food exhibition, which is held annually with the participation of many countries.