Marking a significant milestone in Nagaland’s journey toward global recognition in the specialty coffee sector, a nine-member delegation from the state participated in COFFEX ISTANBUL EXPO 2025, held from May 9 to 11 in Istanbul, Turkey.
Led by G. Ikuto Zhimomi, Advisor for the Land Resources Department, Nagaland, the delegation included former Commissioner & Secretary Kevekha Kevin Zehol, NCS; Additional Director Hekato N; and five prominent coffee entrepreneurs representing Nagaland Coffee, Été Coffee, Juro Coffee, YES Coffee, and Coffee Lady.
The international participation was facilitated by the Consulate General of India in Istanbul, Mijito Vinito Chishi, who coordinated closely with the Coffee Board of India and Turkish authorities to ensure a meaningful presence for Nagaland’s delegation. This initiative aligns with the vision of the Department of Land Resources, Nagaland, to promote the state’s unique coffee offerings on global platforms.
COFFEX ISTANBUL, a premier international coffee trade fair, attracts industry leaders, roasters, growers, and enthusiasts from across the Middle East and beyond. The event provided the Nagaland team with invaluable exposure to global trends in coffee cultivation, processing technologies, flavor profiling, sustainable innovations, and evolving market dynamics.
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