Future of Food and Beverage Forum

Conference Agriculture

Critically assessing the economic reality of food system transformation and sustainability as a driver of competitiveness.

The conference brings together cross-functional leaders and decision makers within the food and beverage industry. We bring together key stakeholders from across the value chain including suppliers, investors, policy makers and more. With off-the-record discussions, unscripted panels and audience-led sessions, we aim to identify the main areas of opportunity and innovation within the industry.

Learn how business can connect regenerative agriculture, nutrition, and R&D with consumer trends to deliver commercial advantage and supply resilience.

Conference editions

12
May
In-person Agriculture

The Future of Food and Beverage Forum

12th - 13th May 2026

Amsterdam, Netherlands

27
May
In-person Agriculture

The Future of Food and Beverage Forum USA

27th - 28th May 2026

Minneapolis, USA

"I was amazed by the atmosphere of trust and transparency created. I also liked the overall structure and topics and it was great to re-connect with my fellow peers."

Sarah Tischer

Head of Group Compliance and Group Sustainability
Neumann Kaffee Gruppe

"Enjoyed the content, great speakers and good conservations in between. Big thanks to Innovation Forum for hosting such a great event."

Susanne Mathis-Alig

lobal Sustainability, Head Sustainable Futures
Mondelēz International

"Thank you to Innovation Forum for the opportunity to have such an insightful conversation around what is needed from us all to propel conservation agriculture forward."

Amy Skoczlas Cole

President, Farm Journal and Trust in Food
Trust in Food

Who attends

40% brands, retailers and agribusiness

55% key decision makers

Up to 10% farmers and ranchers

Key themes

Resilience as a business strategy

Reframing sustainability around risk mitigation, value creation and long-term supply security.

On-farm productivity and financial security

Innovative tech and incentives to foster genuine collaboration with farmers across the value chain.

Innovating towards net zero

Integrating climate goals into product design through traceable data and digital supply chains.

A consumer-led transition

How companies can align strategy, R&D and communications to meet evolving consumer expectations

Previous attendees

Danone
Mars
Kellanova
Aldi
European Commission
Cargill
McDonald's
Nestlé
Pepsico
Mondelez International

Join the conversation

Join industry leaders to identify the main areas of opportunity and innovation within the food and beverage industry.