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Programme - Inhouse Farming - Feed & Food Convention

29 to 30 April 2025 | Congress Center Hamburg

Tuesday, 29 April 2025

9:00 – 10:00 | Registration and welcome coffee

10:00 - 12:30 | Plenum

New approaches in agriculture and food industry

Opening session

12:30 - 13:30 | Lunch break

Room 1

The Future of Food: What’s Next on Our Plates?

How can we create a sustainable diet that protects people and the environment? This theme block will explore the role of plant-based alternatives, new technologies and the challenges of highly processed food. Together we will explore how innovative approaches can meet the growing demand for healthy food.
 
 

13:30 - 15:00

Nutritional physiology in view

Health and sustainability as key challenges

Room 2

Aquatic growth – Blue Food & Feed trend

Immerse yourself in the world of sustainable indoor production of fish, crustaceans, algae and aquatic plants. Discover the biodiversity, technologies and solutions that enable successful production. Blue Seafood is the trend - be part of it and help shape it!
 
 
 

13:30 - 15:00

Aquatic growth

Room 3

Regulatory challenges and opportunities

in novel food innovation

In this session, we will look at the rules and opportunities for innovative foods such as algae, insects and cultured meat. Topics include legal issues, ethical aspects, consumer trust and supply chain transparency. The aim is to drive innovation while creating safe and sustainable food systems.

13:30 - 15:00

Legal and ethical considerations for novel food innovations

Room 4

AI for a Sustainable and Innovative Food Future

Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionising the food industry - from the development of new products to the efficient use of resources. Topics include AI-supported food design, process optimisation, food safety and sustainable agriculture. Together we are shaping an innovative and sustainable future of food!

 

13:30 - 15:00

AI-powered food innovation

Designing the future of food

15:00 - 15:30 | Coffee break

15:30 - 17:00

Focus on macronutrients

Opportunities and Challenges through fermentation

15:30 - 17:00

Aquatic growth

15:30 - 17:00

Building consumer trust

Communicating the benefits and safety of novel foods

15:30 - 17:00

AI for resource efficiency in food production

From 17:00 | Networking and Evening event

Wednesday, 30 April 2025

Room 1

Future proteins 1 - Redefining flavour and nutrition

Alternative proteins can have a positive impact on sustainability, food security and climate change. Which raw materials form their basis and how do they change our diet? The focus: technologies that efficiently convert raw materials into high-quality proteins and innovations that increase quality and acceptance.

9:00 - 10:30

Innovative Protein Sources in the Value Chain: Challenges and Opportunities

Room 2

Future proteins 2 - Redefining taste and quality

Discover the world of innovative ingredients such as sweet proteins and mushrooms. Learn more about their production, nutritional values and possible uses in the kitchen. Be inspired by how agriculture, food science and health can work together to create a sustainable and healthy diet.
 

9:00 - 10:30

Product interpretations of mega trends by science and startups

Room 3

Standards for the future - Sustainable vertical farms

Learn how standards are shaping the future of vertical farming. From lighting and construction to sustainability metrics, this session will delve into the key areas where standardization can drive innovation, improve efficiency, and enhance the environmental impact of vertical farming.
 

9:00 - 11:00

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Room 4

Nurturing Innovation: supporting startups in the vertical farming landscape

The vertical farming industry is witnessing a surge in innovative startups, each with the potential to revolutionize food production. This session will explore the critical role of supporting these startups through funding mechanisms, seed programs, and testing facilities. Discover how funding, mentorship, and testing facilities can help startups grow and thrive.

9:00 - 11:00

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10:30 - 11:00 | Break

11:00 - 12:30

Hidden insect solutions

11:00 - 12:30

Fungi fantastic: The future of mushroom-based foods and health

11:00 - 12:30

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11:00 - 12:30

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12:30 - 13:30 | Lunch break

13:30 - 15:00

Innovative Techno-logies and Processes

Quality, Scalability, and Market Readiness in Alternative Protein Production

13:30 - 15:00

Sweetening the future: The rise of sweet proteins

13:30 - 15:00

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13:30 - 15:00

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15:30 – 17:00 | Plenum

Closing event and networking