2025 is set to be a groundbreaking year for the Agrifoodtech industry, marked by a series of influential events that will bring together innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to shape the future of food technology.
As the sector continues to tackle global challenges with innovative solutions, these gatherings will provide unparalleled opportunities to showcase revolutionary projects, foster strategic collaborations, and discuss sustainable advancements poised to redefine the agrifood landscape. Stay tuned for a year filled with transformative ideas, meaningful networking, and innovations that will drive the next wave of growth in Agrifoodtech and all the disruptive technologies that will play a promising role in this sector.
January
January 11-14 NRF: Retail Big Show | New York, USA
NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show focuses on the changing retail landscape, providing a key venue to innovate and lead in the industry. Attendees will be able to explore more than 175 sessions on future trends, business strategies, and innovative technology, plus an expo with more than 1,000 industry partners presenting transformative technology solutions. Expo Tours are also offered for guided analysis in specific areas, allowing participants to test innovations, hear from global leaders and make strategic connections to change the rules of the game in the sector.
January 29-30 S4i | Madrid, Spain
Science for Industry is the largest international meeting point for Deep Science. Organized by Universidad Autónoma de Madrid and BeAble Capital, S4i is an ambitious international event. S4i will showcase the most disruptive research projects in today’s leading industrial sectors and will connect universities, research centers, leading companies, and Science Equity funds from all over the world.
February
February 12-13 MEVO | Singapore, Asia
MEVO is an exclusive summit for 250 leaders in the alternative protein sector, bringing together manufacturers, investors, technology providers and brands. In 2025, it will focus on scalability strategies, regulatory developments, new revenue streams and innovation. The program will include technologies, best practices and solutions to reduce costs and accelerate commercialization.
February 17-21 Gulfood | Dubai
Gulfood, the world’s largest annual food event, will be held from February 17-21, 2025. In its 30th edition, it will present an impressive combination of culinary experiences, including expert-led masterclasses, chef debates, competitions, exclusive dinners and more, celebrating a special milestone. It will be the ideal opportunity to explore the best in food and beverage in both established and emerging markets.
February 20-22 FOODTECHCONNECT2025 | Barcelona, Spain
FoodTechConnect 2025 is a key platform for interdisciplinary dialogue, cutting-edge research, and innovative solutions to tackle global food challenges. Held in Barcelona, a city celebrated for its cultural heritage and culinary excellence, the conference offers a unique opportunity to connect with experts, expand knowledge, and contribute to building a sustainable, resilient, and equitable food system.
February 24-26 5th Fermentation-Enabled Alternative Protein Summit | San Francisco, California
The 5th Alternative Fermentation Derived Protein Summit is once again the definitive and flagship forum to delve into the integral technical and strategic challenges of commercializing an alternative protein. It is an opportunity that offers 3 days and 3 tracks of exclusive evidence-based case studies, discussions and premium networking with over 300 high-level industry stakeholders. Leading investors, alternative protein producers, CPGs, retailers, brands, ingredient suppliers, media and equipment suppliers will be welcomed to this end-to-end learning and networking summit.
February 25-27 Space Talks 5.0 | London
SPACEtalks 5.0 returns for its fifth edition with a new format. Over three full days, the event will bring together international experts to explore the latest trends in space technology, current and future markets, and security issues. This event is designed for a select audience, offering presentations, panel discussions and high-level networking opportunities. SPACEtalks 5.0 is the ideal meeting place for those looking to deepen their knowledge of the space sector and connect with industry leaders.
March
March 3-6 4YFN | Barcelona, Spain
4YFN is the event partner of MWC Barcelona, the world’s largest connectivity event, designed to power every player in the startup ecosystem, from AI disruptors to visionary VCs and corporate changemakers. This event brings together key stakeholders such as investors and innovators, while connecting startups to a global online community of founders and investors. Taking place in Barcelona, it offers startups the opportunity to showcase their potential and gain visibility among key decision-makers in the connectivity ecosystem, including CEOs from global mobile operators and tech companies.
March 11-12 Lunch! North | London
Lunch! NORTH is an exclusive event for professionals in the takeaway sector. Organized by Diversified, the event is committed to sustainability by reducing waste, conserving resources, investing in renewable energy and supporting local communities. Through these initiatives, Lunch! NORTH aims to create a long-term positive impact on the environment and society, recognizing that every small change contributes to a better future.
March 11-12 World Agritech USA | San Francisco, USA
The World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in San Francisco unites more than 2500 global leaders and pioneering businesses dedicated to advancing and investing in technologies to build a stronger, more resilient agri-food supply chain. With a focus on harnessing nature-based solutions to meet climate commitments, and successful paths for commercializing biological inputs, next-generation breeding, AI, and automation, an outstanding speaking faculty uncovers the innovations and investment propelling new value creation in this sector.
March 12-14 Transfiere | Málaga, Spain
Transfiere is the largest European event dedicated to R&D&I and knowledge transfer, connecting the Spanish innovation system and boosting its international projection. For three days, it brings together more than 4,500 professional visitors, 600 companies, entities and public administrations, and 164 startups, offering a unique space to generate global alliances and synergies. With a program that includes more than 100 panels and conferences, the event covers key topics such as artificial intelligence, digital transformation, industry 5.0, investment and more. In addition, prototypes and research projects are presented, providing attendees with access to valuable up-to-date information and business opportunities.
March 13-14: Hello Tomorrow Global Summit | Paris, France
Hello Tomorrow is the largest and widest Deep Tech network as well as helping Deep Tech startups and corporations build new solutions. At this summit you can deepen your knowledge of emerging technologies and strengthen your business amongst a curated guest list of over 3000 leaders in their fields. Watch pitches on the pioneers stage, from the best startups selected through the Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge
March 13-14 Future Food-Tech SF | San Francisco, USA
Future Food-Tech returns to San Francisco on March 13-14, 2025, bringing together global leaders from CPGs, retailers, ingredient and technology providers, innovators, and investors. This summit focuses on advancing food innovation to ensure a healthy and sustainable future. Attendees will explore the vital role of innovation and collaboration in meeting the growing demand for climate-friendly and healthy food. The event covers key themes such as ingredient development, AI’s role in food, the impact of GLP-1 drugs, and scaling biotechnologies. Additionally, the Start-Up Arena will showcase cutting-edge technologies, while interactive workshops and live demo kitchens offer a hands-on experience.
March 17-19 IFE: International Food and Drinks Event | London
IFE, the UK’s largest product sourcing platform, will take place from March 17-19, 2025, at ExCeL London as part of Food, Drink & Hospitality Week. This event offers brand owners and manufacturers the opportunity to meet face-to-face with retailers, wholesalers, importers, exporters, and hospitality professionals. It serves as a key platform to showcase products to buyers actively seeking the latest innovations in food and drink.
March 25-26: American Food Innovate Summit | Atlanta
The American Food Innovate Summit is a place where passion for shaping the future of food comes together! The journey of the summit started with a simple yet powerful idea: to unite experts and revolutionize the way we think about, create, distribute, and enjoy food. Join leading food innovators, professionals, and experts as they discuss the newest innovations, technologies, and developments in the industry. Over two days, they will share cutting-edge case studies and exciting stories that can help you improve your product launch success rate.
April
April 3-4 STARTCO | Medellín, Colombia
Startco is the first live startup auction in Latin America. An event, from entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, where it will manage to bring together the entire ecosystem of the region under one roof, focusing on those startups that are in advanced stages and with a minimum annual income of USD 25,000.This is an experience in which more than 11,000 entrepreneurs have shared their ideas live, obtaining multimillion-dollar investments in real time and reaching their maximum potential in the competitive business world.
April 8-10 Anuga Select| Brasil
Anuga Select Brazil, formerly ANUFOOD Brazil, is the largest food and beverage fair in the Americas. Inspired by its German counterpart, the event fosters global connections, highlights industry trends, and promotes sustainability and innovation, bringing together leading national and international professionals to shape the future of the food system.
April 8-9 Blue Food Innovation Summit| London
The Blue Food Innovation Summit returns to London on April 8-9, 2025. This event connects over 300 aquaculture and blue food pioneers, driving innovation and investment in the blue economy. The summit will feature daily pitch sessions, targeted networking, a start-up exhibition and a 1-1 networking app, offering a prominent platform for partnerships and innovation. Topics such as artificial intelligence-driven aquaculture, next-generation aquaculture feeds, aquatic health, regenerative solutions, blue carbon, sustainable fisheries, etc., will be addressed to position the blue food sector as a key part of a sustainable food system.
April 9-11 South Summit Brasil | Porto Alegre
South Summit, the leading event for the global entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem, co-organised by IE University, will hold its third edition in Brazil between the 9th and 11th of April 2025. South Summit will be held, once again, in Porto Alegre with the aim of creating real business opportunities between investors, corporations and startups, as well as generating high-value connections between the Brazilian and Latin American innovation ecosystem and the rest of the world.
April 24-25 EU Startup Summit | Malta
Malta hosts the EU-Startups Summit on April 24-25, an event where Europe’s most cutting-edge startups are showcased and the brightest minds gather to learn from successful European entrepreneurs. The two-day event will bring together up to 2,500 attendees, including founders, startup enthusiasts, companies, business angels, venture capitalists and media from across Europe. Participants will have access to a networking app that will allow them to schedule more than 8,500 meetings in advance. The summit will feature talks with internationally successful founders, keynotes and an exciting pitch competition featuring Europe’s most promising startup teams, selected from more than 1,500 applicants.
April 27-30 Web Summit Rio | Rio de Janeiro, Brasil
Web Summit Rio 2025 is set to take place from April 27-30, continuing its legacy as the largest technology event in the world. Following the success of the 2024 edition, which gathered over 34,000 attendees, 500+ speakers, and 1,000+ startups, Web Summit Rio promises to be a major hub for innovation, networking, and knowledge sharing. This event will bring together industry leaders, investors, and startups from around the globe, offering invaluable opportunities for collaboration, investment, and growth in the tech sector.
April 29-30: The Future of Protein Production | Chicago
FPP Chicago counts with more than 400 delegates expected and +40 exhibiting companies, this conference and exhibition boasts an industry-leading agenda that showcases the latest innovative breakthroughs to help accelerate the commercialization and scaling of alternative proteins.
The senior executive-level conference presents an unbiased opportunity to explore and discuss this complex issue with world-leading experts. Discover a wide range of solutions that will have a positive impact through abolishing animal cruelty, reducing global pollution, and improving human health.
May
May 6-8 Macfrut| Rimini, Italy
Macfrut is the international exhibition for the fruit and vegetable supply chain, a professional trade fair that brings together exhibitors from all over the world and covers everything from nurseries to the most advanced processing technologies. Macfrut, which will take place at the Rimini Expo Centre from May 6 to 8, 2025, is the reference event for professionals in the fruit and vegetable sector, both in Italy and worldwide. It is a unique international trade fair representing the entire industry, including production, trade, pre- and post-harvest technology, packaging, logistics and services.
May 13-14 Rethinking Materials 2025 | London
The Rethinking Materials Summit, taking place in London on May 13–14. Join a community of over 300 materials pioneers for thought-leadership panels, start-up pitches, investor insights, targeted networking, and a busy 1-1 meetings hub. This international thought-leadership and networking event connects innovators, brands, producers, converters, and investors scaling sustainable alternative materials and circular solutions in consumer product and packaging value chains.
May 13-15 Food4Future | Bilbao, Spain
Food 4 Future – FoodTech Expo is the leading event driving technological innovation in the food industry. It brings together experts, startups and companies to explore the latest trends in sustainability, digitization, new food sources and advanced solutions such as robotics and machine vision. A unique space to discover how technology is transforming food production, personalization and quality, promoting a more efficient and sustainable future.
May 15-16: Hack Summit | Lausanne, Switzerland
Hack Summit is Europe’s largest gathering of Climate Funders, Founders, LPs and Operators. No other ClimateTech event brings together so many impact-driven founders and investors from across Europe and beyond. Hear from the brightest minds in ClimateTech.
May 13-16: Pick N Pack | Bilbao, Spain
PICK&PACK for FOOD INDUSTRY gives you a unique platform to promote your business to your target audience. Position your brand and meet for three days with industry leaders, prescribers and purchase decision-makers. PICK&PACK proposes to embrace digitalization, artificial intelligence, robotics, 3D printing, new processing systems or more sustainable materials for packaging, as well as the instruments that will transform companies into more efficient, intelligent and efficient factories and warehouses.
May 20-21 F&A Next | Wageningen, Netherlands
F&A Next is a premier event that connects promising food and agriculture technology and start-up companies with specialized investors and leading companies. Over the course of two days, attendees will engage in networking, presentations and discussions on the future dynamics of food and agriculture. An opportunity for those committed to transforming the agri-food industry.
May 20-22: Vitafoods Europe | Barcelona, Spain
Vitafoods Europe has been bringing the global nutraceutical community together every year to connect and do business, since 1997. It offers the perfect platform for businesses to thrive and forge long term collaborations, enrich their understanding and initiate critical conversations around the most pressing issues concerning the health and nutrition industry. Experience the world’s nutraceutical event, Discover the latest nutraceutical innovations and trends, Build new partnerships and grow your business, Connect with industry leaders and experts, and Showcase your thought leadership to the most relevant audience.
June
June 3-5: Bridge2Food PB Foods Summit Europe | Wageningen, Netherlands
Bridge2Food Europe 2025 will return to the Fokker Terminal in The Hague from June 3–5, uniting over 650 attendees and 95+ speakers across Course Europe and Summit Europe. Focused on “From Hype to Reality: Navigating Through a Shifting Landscape,” this event provides unmatched networking opportunities, strategic insights, and technical expertise for the alternative protein sector. Join industry leaders, senior R&D professionals, and innovators for three days of collaboration, knowledge exchange, and transformative partnerships. Don’t miss the chance to engage with the entire value chain and drive the future of food innovation!
June 4-6: South Summit | Madrid, Spain
South Summit is the most valuable networking platform in the global entrepreneurial ecosystem, driving business opportunities through the power of connections. Join South Summit Madrid, the meeting point where global innovators, bold entrepreneurs, leading companies, and visionary investors come together. Immerse yourself in an environment designed to foster strategic connections, accelerate business growth, and launch innovative projects that will shape the future.
June 16-17: Food Innovate | Madrid, Spain
The 23rd Annual Food Innovate Summit, where the future of food takes center stage. Born from the idea of uniting experts to reimagine how we create, distribute, and experience food, this summit remains at the forefront of food innovation. Over two dynamic days, leading innovators, professionals, and industry experts will share cutting-edge technologies, strategies, and solutions shaping the sector. Featuring key speakers from top global companies, attendees will gain valuable insights on best practices, regulations, and emerging trends. With ample opportunities for networking, this summit is designed to foster meaningful connections, spark collaboration, and drive business growth.
June 24-25 World Agri-Tech South America Summit | São Paulo, Brasil
The South America Agri-Tech World Summit, which will take place on June 24-25, 2025, will highlight the region’s immense potential to scale innovation and drive the global transition to sustainable and climate-smart agricultural practices. The agenda will cover crucial topics such as climate-smart agriculture for extreme weather and water scarcity, scaling up biological solutions in harmony with nature and improving efficiency through digital farming platforms, biotech innovations such as gene editing to combat pests and diseases, farm-to-consumer traceability through advanced tracking tools, and empowering farmers with agri-finance solutions. In addition, the event will explore interoperability for seamless integration into farming operations and new financing models for start-up investments.
June TBD MadBlue | Madrid, Spain
MadBlue Impact Summit has established itself as the annual event in the innovation and impact investment sector in Madrid. For two days, entrepreneurs with the most innovative solutions, investors, organizations and institutions, key actors in the economy and regulatory bodies, and companies determined to become the leaders of the future, connect in this event where they share knowledge and build ties, synergies and the transactionality necessary to drive change towards a better planet and society.
June TBD, 2nd Bioactive Infant Formula & Nutrition Summit
Bioactive Infant Formula & Nutrition Summit focuses on the technical, commercial and regulatory aspects of developing high-value formulas that support infant health. Attendees will gain global insights, including opportunities in the Chinese market, as well as guidance on GRAS status and health claim substantiation. A pioneering biotechnology panel, featuring Helaina, TurtleTree and BIOMILQ, presents cutting-edge cell and fermentation technologies. The summit also emphasizes the importance of demonstrating bioefficacy to advance scientific understanding and foster innovation in infant nutrition.
August
August TBD 7th Industrializing Cultivated Meats & Seafood 2025
September
September 10-12 Expo Agro Futuro | Medellín, Colombia
Expo Agrofuturo is one of the most important events for the agricultural sector in Latin America, providing a platform where key players in the production chain can find strategic allies, distributors, and representatives for their products. Recognized as the leading business hub in the region, it offers a robust value proposition by integrating producers, marketers of agricultural products and services, and facilitating the convergence of supply and demand across all business segments and ecosystems within the sector.
September 22-23 Word Agri-tech Innovation Summit | London
The World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in London is the leading European networking event for businesses at the forefront of investing in and developing technologies for nature-positive, resilient agriculture and food systems. Over two interactive days, curated panel discussions, start-up showcases, intimate breakouts, and a 1-1 meeting platform create a powerful networking environment to foster knowledge exchange and new business partnerships between industry leaders from around the globe.
September 24-25 Future Food-Tech London | London
Future Food-Tech returns to London on September 24-25, bringing together over 600 food brand leaders, ingredient suppliers, pioneering entrepreneurs and investors to address the challenges of creating nutritious, accessible and climate-smart food.
September 30 – October 1 Nutrevent| Nantes, France
NutrEvent is dedicated to innovation in Food, Human and Animal Nutrition. It aims at identifying industrial, scientific, commercial and financial partners for your R&D projects and innovations. NutrEvent gathers 600 international actors: Food, feed, clinical nutrition, food supplement, pharmaceutical industries and distributors, innovative ingredient and process suppliers, academic institutions, technology transfer organisations, research institutes, R&D services and consulting firms and investors.
October
October 4-8 ANUGA Cologne, France
Anuga is the premier event for the food and beverage industry, built on the principles of openness, transparency, trust, and partnerships. It provides a unique platform to engage directly with key buyers and decision-makers, explore 10 specialized trade shows under one roof, and gain valuable insights into the latest trends. With its focus on business and networking, Anuga offers an unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of the food industry.
October 7-9 Biospain | Barcelona, Spain
BIOSPAIN is one of the largest biotechnology events worldwide and the largest organized by a national bioindustrial association in Europe. In its last edition, 34% of the participants came from abroad, reflecting its international character. For 2025, it will return to Barcelona, one of Spain’s main biotech hubs and a city renowned for its dynamism.
October 8 – 9 Food Matters Live | Ascot
Food Matters Live Ascot brings together over 500 speakers and 100 sessions for two days of cutting-edge food and ingredient innovation. The event offers market trends, technical insights, and experiential ingredient showcases, guiding professionals in solving NPD challenges and driving sustainable innovation in food and nutrition.
October 21-23 Bridge2Food PB Foods & Proteins Summit Americas| Minneapolis
Bridge2Food North America 2025, taking place from October 21-23 in Minneapolis, will bring together Course Americas and Summit Americas to create the largest-ever North American event for the alternative protein sector. This two-in-one event offers a unique opportunity to explore the latest trends, innovations, and market insights in alternative proteins, cultivated meat, clean labels, and supply chain integration. Attendees will benefit from expert-led discussions, networking opportunities, and partnerships, all while gaining valuable knowledge on new product development, economic impacts, retail strategies, and investments shaping the future of food.
October 28-30 ExpoAgritech 4.0 | Málaga, Spain
Expo AgriTech 2025, taking place October 28-30, 2025 in Malaga at FYCMA, is the premier event dedicated to improving the competitiveness of the Spanish agricultural sector through innovation, technology, and sustainability. With a focus on cutting-edge equipment, improved water management, and the new CAP, the show addresses the evolving challenges facing the industry. Over three days, Expo AgriTech will bring together more than 8,000 professionals from the agricultural sector, showcasing the latest advances in management systems, machinery, post-harvest technology, greenhouses, energy, food safety, biotechnology and solutions aimed at improving quality, sustainability and productivity.
October 29-30 The Future of Protein Production | Amsterdam, Netherlands
FPP counts with more than 500 delegates expected and +45 exhibiting companies, this in-person conference and exhibition is Europe’s preeminent event for showcasing the latest innovative breakthroughs to help accelerate the commercialization and scaling of alt proteins.
The senior executive-level conference presents an unbiased opportunity to explore and discuss this complex issue with world-leading experts. Discover a wide range of solutions that will have a positive impact through abolishing animal cruelty, reducing global pollution and improving human health.
October TBD | 4th Fermentation-Enabled Alternative Protein Europe
The last year the 3rd Fermentation-Enabled Alternative Protein Summit Europe brought together Europe’s leading biomass and precision fermentation community, building on three years of data-driven insights. Through collaborations with trailblazers like Mycorena, Arkeon, and Bon Vivant, attendees tackled the unique technical challenges facing each technology in greater depth. The summit showcased pioneering innovations, explored scaling strategies, and addressed key topics such as commercialization, sustainability, and regulation. Overall, it provided a comprehensive snapshot of the latest advancements and future opportunities in the fermentation-driven alternative protein landscape.
November
November 4-6 Asia Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit | Singapore, Asia
The Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit returns to Singapore in November 2025, gathering over 800 stakeholders to discuss climate resilience, food security, and innovation in Asia’s agri-food sector. The event will cover topics such as regenerative agriculture, AI solutions, and novel food scaling, with networking opportunities and insights from industry leaders.
November 5-6 FoodTech Congress | Barcelona, Spain
Food Tech Congress, where innovation, technology, and connections shape the future of the food industry. This annual event gathers over 1000 global food tech pioneers, entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers to tackle the industry’s most pressing challenges. Over two days, you dive into discussions on climate-smart food systems, alternative proteins, AI advancements, and more.
November 5-9 Food Matters Live | Dublin
Food Matters Live will return to Dublin in November 2025, bringing together new partners and more expert panel sessions focused on sustainable, healthy nutrition for all. The event will gather leading food and drink brands from across Ireland, offering a dynamic agenda with over 80 expert speakers. Attendees will explore a rich program of panels, roundtables, and market insights alongside ingredient showcases. Key discussions will address the future of food, featuring insights from Tastes of Better partners like AAK, IFF, and Kerry, who will highlight innovative solutions in taste, texture, and sustainable reformulation for better-for-you products.
December
December 2- 4: Fi Europe | Frankfurt
Fi Europe is the premium trade fair for the food and health ingredients sector and represents a busy professional meeting platform for key industry players in the European market. Leading companies and innovators attend Fi Europe every year, as it represents a leading industry that drives the European economy and supports innovation in many related sectors. Connect with the innovators who are changing the industry and discover food trends on a global scale.
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