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EIT Alumni CONNECT 2025
2025-10-17
Mark this day in your calendars because EIT Alumni CONNECT is coming back this year on the 17th of October!
EIT Alumni CONNECT 2025 is the next edition of EIT Alumni‘s signature annual event. This once-a-year special occasion serves to foster a strong sense of community among EIT Community alumni and to bring together alumni from across various cohorts & KICs. The event also acts as a platform to celebrate the achievements of EIT Community alumni, highlight their impact, and demonstrate the thriving talent within the community.
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39th EFFoST International Conference 2025
2025-11-17 - 2025-11-19
The Biotech4Food team will participate in the EFFoST International Conference 2025, a key event for discussing innovation and transitions in the agri-food sector. This is a great opportunity to present the project’s ambitions and strengthen ties with stakeholders involved in biotechnology applied to food.
The 39th EFFoST International Conference will be hosted by Universidade Católica Portuguesa – Escola Superior de Biotecnologia and will be held in the city of Porto, Portugal. The EFFoST2025 conference will explore the theme “Fostering the Transition to Sustainable Food Systems: Embracing Novelty and Overcoming Challenges”. We look forward to welcoming you in the city of Porto, from 17-19 November 2025.
The three main conference subthemes and topics will be:

1. Exploring Novel and Alternative Food Sources for the Future
• Identifying new sources for essential nutrients in foods
• Sustainable diets with high nutrition and consumer appeal
• Development of novel ingredients for emerging food trends
• Exploring consumer packaged goods (CPG) food innovations

2. Sustainable Food Processing and Packaging Innovations
• Making food processing technologies greener
• Industrial adoption of eco-friendly processing techniques
• Innovative, intelligent, and bio-based packaging solutions
• Recycling and reducing plastic in food packaging systems

3. Digital Transition/Big Data towards Food Systems Transformation
• AI and blockchain for traceable, resilient food supply chains
• Foodomics and digital solutions transforming food systems
• Climate impact on food safety and solutions for waste reduction
• Eco-friendly food production with water and energy re-use

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Fi Europe
2025-12-02 - 2025-12-04
The Biotech4Food team will participate in the FI Europe, a key event for discussing innovation and transitions in the agri-food sector. This is a great opportunity to present the project’s ambitions and strengthen ties with stakeholders involved in biotechnology applied to food.
Fi Europe unites the world’s leading food & beverage suppliers, buyers, R&D experts and production specialists all under one roof.
In 2025, Fi Europe returns to Paris for its 30th edition – a special milestone celebrating the incredible journey of an industry that has shaped the future of food. Whether you’re a long-time attendee or new to the community, don’t miss out!
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CFIA Rennes 2026
2026-03-10 - 2026-03-12
The CFIA returns for its 29ᵉ edition and is proving more than ever to be the must-attend event for the food industry. With over 2,000 exhibitors and 23,600 visitors, discover the latest trends, innovative solutions and technologies shaping the food industry of tomorrow.

Ingredients, Equipment & Processes, Packaging & Packing and Food Safety: the CFIA brings together the entire value chain in a single event. Explore, exchange ideas, innovate and be inspired by a show designed to accelerate your projects and boost your performance.
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Vitafoods Europe 2026
2026-05-05 - 2026-05-07
The Biotech4Food team will participate in the Food Vitafoods Europe, a key event for discussing innovation and transitions in the agri-food sector. This is a great opportunity to present the project’s ambitions and strengthen ties with stakeholders involved in biotechnology applied to food.
VITAFOODS EUROPE is the annual event that brings together all the key players in the nutraceuticals sector, from ingredients and raw materials to finished products, equipment/machinery, packaging and services.
It enjoys a growing reputation and attracts a highly qualified international professional clientele. It is the must-attend trade show for the industry and innovative companies.
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SIAL 2026
2026-10-17 - 2026-10-21
The Biotech4Food team will participate in the SIAL 2026, a key event for discussing innovation and transitions in the agri-food sector. This is a great opportunity to present the project’s ambitions and strengthen ties with stakeholders involved in biotechnology applied to food.
Whether you work in retail, catering, manufacturing or the import trade, you’ll find a world inspiration, both in the aisles and at all the special events taking place during the five-day show.
Being at this show means gaining access to the heart of a business generator offering more than 60 years of expertise.
SIAL Paris is the world’s largest international meeting point for buyers and suppliers, your n°1 stop to do trade. Discover 7,500 exhibitors from 125 countries with more than 400,000 food products on display.
Meet and chat with the best international suppliers, stand out from your competitors with your chosen products, and negotiate your prices in person.
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Food Tech Congress
2026-11-04 - 2026-11-05
The Biotech4Food team will participate in the Food Tech Congress, a key event for discussing innovation and transitions in the agri-food sector. This is a great opportunity to present the project’s ambitions and strengthen ties with stakeholders involved in biotechnology applied to food.
Food Tech Congress is the leading food industry event in Europe, taking place in June, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain. For two days, more than 1,000 entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and agrifood companies come together to showcase technologies, explore trends, and spark partnerships shaping the future of food.
This global summit and exhibition is where startups pitch on stage, corporates unveil innovations, and investors discover the next big thing. From climate-smart agriculture and alternative proteins to AI-driven food systems, discussions go beyond theory—fueling real deals, real innovation, and a more sustainable future.
Food Tech Congress takes place in June, 2026 in one of Europe’s most dynamic food capitals: Barcelona, Spain. Get ready for a unique experience at the iconic Palau de Congressos de Barcelona — a hub of innovation that sets the stage for breakthrough ideas, partnerships, and the future of food tech.
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