Biotech4Food | International Spring School organised by Wagralim
2025-05-13 - 2025-05-15 | Namur, Rue Grafé, 2 (UNamur, Salle 01), Namur, Wallonia, 5000, Belgium
INNOVATION FOR SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS:
Shaping the future of nutrition and health

Join top scientists and industry experts at this unique event to explore the latest innovations in food, nutrition and health. Discover sustainable solutions shaping the future of food, gain insights from leading research and experience the scientific excellence of Wallonia. Network with over 200 professionals, exchange ideas and collaborate on impactful projects that drive positive change in the food industry. Join the movement for a healthier and more sustainable world!
This is a three-day event organised by WAGRALIM and FoodWall from 13 to 15 May, with the support of local authorities such as Wallonia.be. During the days of the event, participants will be able to attend conferences on innovation in food systems, biotechnology or the use of digital tools in the food value chain, visit Namur and take part in a number of thematic visits throughout the Walloon region.

Biotech4Food as a partner to the International Spring School:
The event is organised in partnership with the Biotech4Food project, IIS FOODBOOSTER, Protewin, CIRCULAR WALLONIA and High Five. The use of biotechnology in the food industry will also be at the heart of this edition of the International Spring School.
The Biotech4Food project aims to facilitate investment & innovation in new value chains between biotechnologies and the agro-food industry, thanks to interregional cooperation. The objectives are to make the agri-food industry more sustainable, with a more circular and efficient use of biomass resources, better adapted to consumer demands and more responsive to nutrition and protein needs, addressing nutrition, protein and health challenges for a sustainable agri-food system.

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Vitafoods Europe
2025-05-20 - 2025-05-22 | Barcelona, Spain
The world’s nutraceutical event

VITAFOODS Europe is the annual event bringing together all the major players in the nutraceuticals sector, from ingredients and raw materials to finished products, equipment/machinery, packaging and services.
The show is an ideal platform for making new contacts, meeting prospects face-to-face and developing new opportunities. It’s also the place to discover new products, promote them and keep abreast of market trends.
Key figures 2024

1,041 exhibitors
More than 19,000 visitors
Visitors from 162 different countries (11.5% from France, 10.8% from Germany, 10.5% from Switzerland)
Hybrid show with over 20,000 connections on the platform
More than 2,100 online meetings

Exhibitor profile
Manufacturers or distributors of nutraceuticals, functional drinks, food supplements, functional ingredients and raw materials, plant extracts, companies offering technical or regulatory services.
Vitafoods Europe Barcelona 2025 will offer new perspectives on global health solutions and nutraceuticals. It will be the leading centre for researching innovative products, locating high quality ingredients and forming alliances that drive success in the nutrition and health industries. Vitafoods Europe 2025 Barcelona will help you stay on top of trends, make new contacts and gain in-depth knowledge.
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Biotech4Food | Key tools to identify potential technology customers
2025-05-20 12:00 - 14:00 (Europe/Paris) | Webinar
Key tools to identify potential technology customers
Working on innovative projects requires the right partners and fellow travellers. And finding them is a critical step for any company. As part of the Biotech4Food project, CNTA is organising this webinar aimed at improving these skills for agri-food SMEs.
In this session, together with Viromii, we will train you in the identification of databases and analysis tools for the valorisation and search of technological clients.
We will work on:

Identifying search strategies
Improving data mining and identification of relevant profiles
Addressing the process of contacting companies
Identifying decision-makers

With the participation of:

Natanael Viñegra de la Torre, researcher European R&D&I Projects at CNTA
Vicente Barberá, co-founder of Viromii

Biotech4Food meeting in Rennes (France)
2025-09-30 - 2025-10-02
Biotech4Food meets in Rennes
On September 29th Biotech4Food partners will meet in Rennes (France) to participate in different activities, like conferences, workshops, networking, etc. This will be the second time that the 26 members will see each other in person. To close this trip we will celebrate the sixth Steering Committee.
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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.
More details about agenda to come!
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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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Biotech4Food meeting in Lyon (France)
2026-04-21 08:00 - 2026-04-22 17:00
Biotech4Food meets in Lyon
On April 21st Biotech4Food partners will meet in Lyon (France) to participate in different activities, like visits, workshops, networking, etc. This will be the third time that the 26 members will see each other in person. To close this trip we will celebrate the 7th Steering Committee.
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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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Biotech4Food Final event in Thessaloniki (Greece)
2026-09-28 - 2026-10-02
You are invited to the Biotech4Food final event!
The Biotech4Food project is reaching a key milestone with its final event. Launched in 2023, this European project aims to accelerate innovation and investment in new value chains at the crossroads of biotechnology and the agri-food industry, with a view to more sustainable, circular and competitive production.
This event will be an opportunity to review the project’s progress, highlight the solutions developed by the European players involved and explore the prospects opened up by biotechnology applied to the agri-food industry: new ingredients, process optimisation, valorisation of co-products and secondary flows, and the transition to more responsible industrial models.
Designed as a highlight for sharing, networking and projection, the final Biotech4Food event will bring together companies, innovation stakeholders, researchers, clusters and public decision-makers around a common goal: to transform the project’s results into concrete opportunities for the European agri-food sectors.
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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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