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New location and venue revealed
Food Tech Congress is heading to Barcelona on November 5-6, 2025. Get ready for an experience you’ll never forget as we take on one of Europe’s most dynamic food capitals.
Our venue? World Trade Center Barcelona, a stunning waterfront location that blends cutting-edge architecture with innovation. This iconic space will set the stage for breakthrough ideas and new partnerships that will shape the future of food tech.
Plus, with Barcelona being named the “World Region of Gastronomy 2025,” you can expect a culinary journey like no other. Mark your calendars and join the leading minds in food tech at the 2025 edition.
About Food Tech Congress
Here, at Food Tech Congress, we believe in the power of tech, entrepreneurship and networking to push the food industry forward and speed up the revolution. It is only through this collaborative effort that we can truly make a difference and build a better tomorrow.
The annual Food Tech Congress is where innovation thrives, bold ideas spark and business gets done. In two action-packed days, we host the most prominent food tech entrepreneurs, innovators, investors, and government leaders from all around the globe to solve the pressing challenges of the industry.
From food as medicine, alternative proteins and precision fermentation to circular food systems and regenerative agriculture, our discussions will draw you in and drive you forward.
Agenda at a glance
Morning
Wellness & Sports
Main Stage Sessions
Tech Talks
Afternoon
Networking Lunch
Main Stage Sessions
Tech Talks
Evening
Mingle Drinks
City Tours
Networking Afterparty
Morning
Wellness & Sports
Main Stage Sessions
Food Tech Challengers Finals
Afternoon
Networking Lunch
Food Tech Challengers Superfinals
Evening
Mingle Drinks
City Tours
What to expect
Food For Thought
We are bringing together impactful senior investors, entrepreneurs and government leaders to discuss the pressing challenges plaguing our food supply chain. The main stage is where you’ll explore the market dynamics, learn from the best, and connect with people who build things – your next big thing starts here.
Innovators’ Spotlight
Meet a thriving startup network at the Tech Talks stage. We give the mic to 50+ brightest leaders that pave the way for the future of food and agriculture. Get inspired by the voices of ground-breaking entrepreneurs, make new connections and walk away with new business investment ideas.
Food Tech Challengers
At Food Tech Challengers, the most promising industry startups come together to showcase their game-changing solutions to a remarkable panel of jury. What’s at stake? A chance to be crowned the Ultimate Food Tech Challenger of the year! Join to hear the pitches from tech superstars and learn who is breaking the mould in food and agriculture.
Curated Networking
Make new partnerships using curated networking opportunities at Food Tech Congress. Book meetings with industry leaders, innovators, and investors to further your unique goals. It has never been easier to get unprecedented access to decision-makers, investors, and a community of shared interests.
Exhibit Space
On our mission to foster innovation, we are joining hands with leading food tech organisations, VC funds and startups. Engage in meaningful conversations, build new connections and find your future business partners at the expo area that will serve as the hub of the event. All the action will happen in one space allowing for constant connection between attendees and exhibitors throughout the event.
Unforgettable Experience
At Food Tech Congress we are all about growing global food tech communities and unlocking unrivalled business opportunities. But we are not that serious all the time – we LOVE when productive meets fun. The event will be jam-packed with entertainment, live music, city tours, and innovative food, inspired by tradition as well as the latest trends.
Main Conference Themes of 2024
Food as Medicine
How to use food science magic to turbocharge your path to wellness?
Alternative Proteins Wonderland
Imagine a world where meat is not the main source of protein.
Precision Fermentation Unleashed
Tiny organisms, big potential.
Levelling Up Safety, Security & Transparency
The secret sauce to optimise operations, ensure food safety, and boost consumer satisfaction.
Digital From Farm to Fork
What innovations are shaping the future of food production and consumption?
From Linear to Circular Food Systems
Pioneering the future with zero-waste and circularly designed food systems.
Fighting the Food Waste Battle
Combating food waste and revolutionising packaging.
The Tech-Powered Future of Regenerative Agriculture
Harnessing technology for regenerative farming.
The future of Agritech
The digital transformation of the agricultural sector is here.
Speakers of 2024
Bill Liao
Rachel Resek
Gil Horsky
Marta Laorden
Alberto Sparrow
Michela Petronio
Andrew D Ive
Julia Martin
Fred Van Ex
Xin MA
Arik Kaufman
Jaleh Daie
Inbar Maymon-Pomeranchik
Nityen Lal
Anne Marie Butler
David Brandes
Sneha Srikrishnan
Chuck de Liedekerke
Jelena Erker
Zbigniew Lewicki
Kim Odhner
Heather Courtney
Nadim El Khazen
Dr. Roger Wyse
Valeria Kogan
Olga Dubey
Dr Lara Ramdin
Giancarlo Addario
Jean Louwrens
Shyam Sundar Singh
Peter Kruger
Dr Leila Strickland
Piotr Grabowski
Mathilde Do Chi
James Caffyn
Arnout Dijkhuizen
Katharina Burdorf
Alexander Mohr
Paul Benjamin
Matija Zulj
Bart Van Hooland
Adam Adamek
Myriam Rouis
Jérôme Raudin
Tilmann Petersen
Francesca Pedri
Antonio Iannone
Ilana Ryder Schnytzer
Robert Walker
Solveiga Pakstaite
Philipp Rittershaus
Kestutis Lipnickas
Sandra Wingaard Thrane
Brian P. Sylvester
Daria Reisch
Andres Anton
Carlos Cabrera
Alex Shandrovsky
Bosco Emparanza García
Sjacco van Kol
Previous speakers
Pat Brown
Matias Muchnick
Dr. Pietro Antonio Tataranni
Faisal Zanjani
Caroline Sorlin
Bill Liao
Honza Dusanek
Signe Causse
Gil Horsky
Rob Genieser
Marie Asano
Zbigniew Lewicki
Natalya Zhukova
Marco Barreira
Laurent Genet
Carin-Martina Troeltzsch
Elizabeth Fastiggi
Alexandre Bastos
David Hardiman-Evans
Tom Adams
Ivan Farneti
Hsien-Hui Tong
Dr Jaleh Daie
Julia Harnal
Neal Gutterson
Jowita Sewerska
Rahul Ray
Arvind Gupta
George Cherian
Mariliis Holm
Dr. Alexander M. Wiegelmann
Andrew Bluestein
Naveen Jain
Andrew Ive
Thomas Jonas
Annette Kauppinen
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