As global populations rise and protein demand increases, the food industry must innovate to ensure a sustainable future. At ProVeg International’s 2024 New Food Conference, industry leaders explored the evolving role of alternative proteins in addressing these challenges. Among the many insights shared, a handful stood out as pivotal for food industry stakeholders committed to fostering a more sustainable food system. So what do we need to do? Let’s look at two of the most important. Steps for a sustainable food industry Support farmers in the protein transition Farmers are at the heart of the shift from animal-based to plant-based and alternative proteins, but they need substantial support to make this transition successful. Education on growing new protein crops, providing fair, long-term contracts, and building …
Attendees at this year’s New Food Conference will hear how “a societal tipping point” is approaching, as eating less meat becomes normalised. Among the key speakers is Professor Armando Perez-Cueto of Umeå University in Sweden which last month released the results of a survey of 7,800 EU consumers from nine European countries. The study found that 27% of survey respondents who described themselves as omnivores eat meat less than three times a month. “This consumer study has shed light on the development towards a societal tipping point. With about 27% of omnivores eating as flexitarians, without identifying as flexitarians, this is a step forward, as it suggests that reducing meat consumption is becoming the new normal,” Professor Perez-Cuteo commented. The Berlin conference on 3 September, …
Food awareness organization ProVeg International will host the fourth edition of the New Food Conference (NFC) from the 25th to the 26th of October in Berlin, Germany. Focusing on the future of plant-based and cultivated meat and dairy products, the conference will provide attendees with a comprehensive overview of the latest innovations in alt proteins driving change in the food industry. The NFC will feature presentations from industry experts and panel discussions, to delve into scientific developments and market trends surrounding plant-based and cultivated products. Additionally, the event will host tantalizing tastings of yet-to-be-released products to offer attendees a preview of future foods. Learn from the experts The event will serve as a platform for researchers, food technologists, and industry specialists to discuss key topics …
From September 29-30, the New Food Conference — organised by ProVeg International — will take place at Berlin’s Axica Conference Centre. As alt-protein sales and investments skyrocket, the conference aims to discuss the “state of upheaval” in the food industry and the changes underway. Around 500 participants are expected to attend, and there will be an extensive lecture program as well as pitches and tastings from various companies. Day 1 The first day will focus on alt-meats, with Steffen Zeller, Head of Marketing at meat producer Rügenwalder Mühle, speaking about the company’s entry into the plant-based market. Daan Luining of cultivated meat company Meatable will discuss farmers’ prospects in the changing food system, while Dr. Sebastian Rakers of Bluu Seafood will speak about cultivated fish …
Day 2 at Anuga: This year, in addition to the numerous exhibitors of vegan products, the trade fair also holds a comprehensive supporting program for the alternative protein industry. A highlight of the show on the second day was the launch of the New Food Conference organized by ProVeg, which this year focuses on cellular agriculture.
What is cultured meat and who is it for? ProVeg’s New Food Conference, which will be held at the Anuga trade fair on October 10 and 11, aims to answer these and other questions. In this interview, Katleen Haefele, Head of Food Services and Events at ProVeg, provides insights into Europe’s first and largest conference on alternative proteins, and reveals a very exciting food sampling that will be available at the event. Why is the New Food Conference being held in collaboration with Anuga this time? Anuga is the world’s largest trade fair for food and beverages, and is an important barometer of the industry and its future. Plant-based foods and alternative proteins have experienced a real boom in recent years and the segment continues …
According to the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization, 90% of the global fish population is fully fished, overfished, or in crisis. Yet, fish is an important staple in the world’s food supply. At the New Food Conference, which takes place on 10-11 October in Cologne, Dr Sebastian Rakers, CEO and Co-founder of Bluu Biosciences, will talk about how cultured seafood will be able to bridge this gap. Here, he gives a brief overview on regulatory status, consumer acceptance, and the role of farmers. Bluu Biosciences is Europe’s first company focusing on the development and commercialisation of cultured fish. Why did you choose seafood? Fish is already the most widely consumed source of protein in many regions of the world and demand is increasing due to …
The New Food Conference, Europe’s largest conference on alternative protein solutions, took place virtually on April 28 and 29. Hosted by ProVeg, the event brought together a range of key stakeholders in the industry.
Both disruptive protein technology and the market for sustainable food solutions are growing at a mind-blowing pace. The New Food Conference is Europe’s first and biggest conference on new-protein solutions and a key event for food-industry stakeholders. Katleen Haefele, International Head of Food Services and Events at ProVeg, talks to vegconomist about what to expect at this year’s online event.
The New Food Conference focuses on the fast-moving developments in the plantbased industry and was held for the first time in 2019 to provide a platform for international representatives and innovative pioneers to exchange ideas and to further promote the development of alternative proteins including cellular agriculture.
The New Food Conference announces new dates: on 28 and 29 April 2021, ProVeg will once again bring together leading stakeholders from the food industry to discuss the latest developments in the alternative-protein sector.
Due to growing concerns around the coronavirus (COVID-19), the New Food Conference has been postponed and will now take place on 5 and 6 August 2020 in Berlin. The event was originally scheduled for late April. The venue and format of the show will remain the same.
The New Food Conference will gather more than 500 key stakeholders from the food industry to discuss alternative proteins, on 23 and 24 April, and the programme has just been launched showcasing high-profile speakers from across the industry.
The New Food Conference, Europe’s first and largest conference on new-protein solutions and a platform for pioneering thinkers in the food sector, is calling for emerging entrepreneurs to present their ideas to key players in the food industry as part of the main programme.
More and more companies are investing time and resources in developing strategies to satisfy the growing demand for meat, fish, and dairy without putting further strain on the planet’s limited resources. From young startups to major players, innovation and sustainability are crucial topics for everyone involved in the food sector.
ProVeg announces the New Food Conference 2020 which will take place on April 23-24 in Berlin. The conference will once again bring together leading experts to discuss sustainable food solutions for the future. In response to demand, the second edition of the conference will have increased capacity, allowing for a greater number of attendees.
In order to meet the challenges required for a sustainable future, the food industry needs new solutions and radical changes. With the New Food Conference (21-22 March 2019, Berlin), ProVeg aims to pave the way for the future of the food industry, bringing together renowned experts and leading companies in innovative alternatives to animal products in order to jointly shape the ideas of the future.
