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08:15
  1. Rotterdam
    35 mins
    Registration
09:30
  1. Rotterdam
    10 mins
    Meet the Food Matters Live lead partners during this introductory session where they will provide a flavour of what’s to come in their technical innovative ingredients showcase sessions. Sharing some …
    In partnership with
    Daabon Ingredion AAK Tate & Lyle
09:50
  1. Rotterdam
    55 mins
    What breakthroughs in nutritional science are creating opportunities to support the consumer’s quest for a longer health span? What are the latest nutrition strategies to protect bone and joint health …
  2. Rotterdam
    55 mins
    What are the latest trends currently driving sustainable innovation? How are different stakeholders collaborating to meet consumer demand for sustainable and healthier products while maintaining profi …
11:15
  1. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    It’s clear that the world needs more sustainable alternatives to animal protein, but today’s consumers are not settling. They demand products that deliver on health, taste, and clean-label credentials …
    In partnership with
    ENOUGH logo
  2. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Consumers aren’t just concerned about what’s in their food – they now want to know why it’s in there. Ingredient lists are under more scrutiny than ever, and brands are expected to deliver transparenc …
    In partnership with
    U&S Logo
  3. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    (from nutritional support with Nextida GC and Peptan to boosting GLP-1 with Nextida GC) Explain formulation advantages: benefits focused on technical developments. Show Nextida GC and Peptan prototype …
    In partnership with
    Rousselot Logo
  4. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    In recent years there has been an ambition of achieving European consensus on and harmonisation of front of pack nutrition labelling systems. However, consensus has not been achieved, with many strong …
    In partnership with
    Nomad Foods Logo
  5. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    In partnership with
    Besmoke Logo
  6. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Join industry professionals and IP experts for an open discussion on key issues that innovators face today: Should you patent your idea, or keep it secret? How do you decide what’s worth protecting an …
    In partnership with
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  7. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Discover how LifyWheat—a next-generation wheat flour and flake naturally rich in resistant starch—can help you meet growing consumer demand for gut health, better blood sugar control, and high-fibre p …
    In partnership with
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  8. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    We’ll explore how pre-competitive collaboration can provide guidance on solutions where many residual streams can be used in food as a suitable alternative for current raw materials or ingredients tha …
    In partnership with
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  9. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Participants will learn how AI tools are being used successfully and how they can improve their techniques and approaches using AI. Discussion will include what is synthetic data, what kind of AI is b …
    In partnership with
    Simulacra Logo
12:15
  1. Rotterdam
    60 mins
    Delve into the latest scientific based breakthroughs in gut health. How is AI revolutionising gut microbiome innovation? Are fermented foods the answer for gut health? Why is specificity important in …
  2. Rotterdam
    60 mins
    What ingredient innovations are on the horizon to support health and wellbeing, while also addressing key practical demands such as taste, convenience and affordability? How is consumer awareness of t …
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13:15
  1. Rotterdam
    40 mins
13:55
  1. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    In partnership with
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  2. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    It’s clear that the world needs more sustainable alternatives to animal protein, but today’s consumers are not settling. They demand products that deliver on health, taste, and clean-label credentials …
    In partnership with
    ENOUGH logo
  3. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Consumers aren’t just concerned about what’s in their food – they now want to know why it’s in there. Ingredient lists are under more scrutiny than ever, and brands are expected to deliver transparenc …
    In partnership with
    U&S Logo
  4. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    To enhance food autonomy, this session explores how regenerative agriculture, landscape approaches, and short value chains can be combined as powerful, practical solutions. We will take a closer look …
    In partnership with
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  5. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Participants will witness first-hand how Causal AI is smarter, faster and reliable and gives them and their teams the power to simulate, test, and iterate before making big bets. Discussion will inclu …
    In partnership with
    Simulacra Logo
  6. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    This interactive round table explores how to balance collaboration and protection in industry partnerships. We will look at how innovative partnerships can strive, while still keeping the individual i …
    In partnership with
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  7. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Explore how the convergence of health, technology, and nutrition is transforming the food and beverage industry. With a $2.8 trillion wellness economy and health services moving into gyms, homes, and …
    In partnership with
    Qina Logo
  8. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    In partnership with
    Besmoke Logo
  9. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    (GLP-1 mimics vs GLP-1 boosters) Discussing the Ozempic trend and its influence in the functional Food & Beverage market, focus on discussing innovate functional ingredients in the GLP-1 space and mar …
    In partnership with
    Rousselot Logo
  10. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Discover how LifyWheat—a next-generation wheat flour and flake naturally rich in resistant starch—can help you meet growing consumer demand for gut health, better blood sugar control, and high-fibre p …
    In partnership with
    Limagrain Logo
14:45
  1. Rotterdam
    60 mins
    How can food innovation support immune health throughout the lifespan? To what extent are novel fermented foods enhancing the immune system? What is the potential of fermentates in strengthening viral …
  2. Rotterdam
    60 mins
    With the rise in protein fortification driven by consumers adopting protein-powered lifestyles, how can the food industry innovate and seize these growth opportunities? Can the development of non-alco …
    In partnership with
    Beneo
15:45
  1. Rotterdam
    15 mins
16:00
  1. Rotterdam
    55 mins
    What are the latest science backed ingredients proven to support women’s health at key life stages? How can innovations in gut microbiome research inform the development of functional ingredients to s …
  2. Rotterdam
    55 mins
    Rethinking ultra-processed foods: navigating challenges and opportunities for health and innovation What constitutes UPF? What strategies can brands use to enhance consumer perception of UPFs? Should …
16:55
  1. Rotterdam
    5 mins
  2. Rotterdam
    5 mins
17:00
  1. Rotterdam
    60 mins
08:15
  1. Rotterdam
    35 mins
09:30
  1. Rotterdam
    10 mins
    Meet the Food Matters Live lead partners during this introductory session where they will provide a flavour of what’s to come in their technical innovative ingredients showcase sessions. Sharing some …
    In partnership with
    AAK Tate & Lyle Daabon Agrana
09:50
  1. Rotterdam
    55 mins
    How is the food industry responding to the cost-of-living crisis and the shift in consumer dining preferences? What are the opportunities and challenges in designing affordable, nutritious, indulgent …
  2. Rotterdam
    55 mins
    How are GLP-1 medications impacting consumer eating habits, portion sizes and demand for specific food categories? What challenges and opportunities exist for the food industry in adapting to the grow …
    In partnership with
    Rousselot
11:15
  1. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    It’s clear that the world needs more sustainable alternatives to animal protein, but today’s consumers are not settling. They demand products that deliver on health, taste, and clean-label credentials …
    In partnership with
    ENOUGH logo
  2. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Consumers aren’t just concerned about what’s in their food – they now want to know why it’s in there. Ingredient lists are under more scrutiny than ever, and brands are expected to deliver transparenc …
    In partnership with
    U&S Logo
  3. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    (from nutritional support with Nextida GC and Peptan to boosting GLP-1 with Nextida GC) Explain formulation advantages: benefits focused on technical developments. Show Nextida GC and Peptan prototype …
    In partnership with
    Rousselot Logo
  4. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    In partnership with
    Qina Logo
  5. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    In partnership with
    Besmoke Logo
  6. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Join this table to explore how we can scale the production and adoption of novel- and locally produced plant proteins. We will examine pathways for market adoption and cross-sector- and international …
    In partnership with
    Food Valley Logo
  7. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Join industry professionals and IP experts for an open discussion on key issues that innovators face today: Should you patent your idea, or keep it secret? How do you decide what’s worth protecting an …
    In partnership with
    NLO Logo
  8. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Discover how LifyWheat—a next-generation wheat flour and flake naturally rich in resistant starch—can help you meet growing consumer demand for gut health, better blood sugar control, and high-fibre p …
    In partnership with
    Limagrain Logo
  9. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Participants will learn how AI tools are being used successfully and how they can improve their techniques and approaches using AI. Discussion will include what is synthetic data, what kind of AI is b …
    In partnership with
    Simulacra Logo
12:15
  1. Rotterdam
    60 mins
    How can personalised nutrition help consumers meet their specific nutritional requirements to support gut health, healthy ageing, cognitive health and cardiovascular health? What does this mean for ne …
  2. Rotterdam
    60 mins
    What emerging food technologies are set to shape future consumer trends and how will they redefine opportunities for new product development? What role is AI playing in accelerating new flavour and in …
    In partnership with
    Simulacra
13:15
  1. Rotterdam
    40 mins
13:55
  1. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    In partnership with
    Corbion Logo
  2. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    It’s clear that the world needs more sustainable alternatives to animal protein, but today’s consumers are not settling. They demand products that deliver on health, taste, and clean-label credentials …
    In partnership with
    ENOUGH logo
  3. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    With headlines dominated by rising food costs and health-driven regulations, brands are under pressure to adapt and deliver affordable products without compromising on taste or consumer appeal. This r …
    In partnership with
    Ingredion Logo
  4. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Consumers aren’t just concerned about what’s in their food – they now want to know why it’s in there. Ingredient lists are under more scrutiny than ever, and brands are expected to deliver transparenc …
    In partnership with
    U&S Logo
  5. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Today’s food environment often makes it hard for consumers to choose healthy options, as convenience and taste are prioritized over nutrition. Over 80% of the products in stores and food outlets don’t …
    In partnership with
    Food valley logo
  6. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Participants will witness first-hand how Causal AI is smarter, faster and reliable and gives them and their teams the power to simulate, test, and iterate before making big bets. Discussion will inclu …
    In partnership with
    Simulacra Logo
  7. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    In recent years there has been an ambition of achieving European consensus on and harmonisation of front of pack nutrition labelling systems. However, consensus has not been achieved, with many strong …
    In partnership with
    Nomad Foods
  8. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    This interactive round table explores how to balance collaboration and protection in industry partnerships. We will look at how innovative partnerships can strive, while still keeping the individual i …
    In partnership with
    NLO Logo
  9. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    In partnership with
    Besmoke Logo
  10. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    (GLP-1 mimics vs GLP-1 boosters) Discussing the Ozempic trend and its influence in the functional Food & Beverage market, focus on discussing innovate functional ingredients in the GLP-1 space and mar …
    In partnership with
    Rousselot Logo
  11. Rotterdam
    45 mins
    Discover how LifyWheat—a next-generation wheat flour and flake naturally rich in resistant starch—can help you meet growing consumer demand for gut health, better blood sugar control, and high-fibre p …
    In partnership with
    Limagrain Logo
14:45
  1. Rotterdam
    60 mins
    How can businesses balance the commercial pressures of cost and scalability with the need for sustainable ingredient sourcing in NPD? What are the challenges and opportunities of building a sustainabl …
  2. Rotterdam
    60 mins
    How are cutting-edge scientific advancements in ingredient innovation, driving the development of natural plant-based solutions and alternative proteins? What role can marine ingredients play in innov …
15:45
  1. Rotterdam
    15 mins
16:00
  1. Rotterdam
    55 mins
    What are the most promising ingredients derived from natural and sustainable sources to support and protect cognitive health throughout life? How can these evidence-based ingredients be formulated int …
  2. Rotterdam
    55 mins
    Why is the “fibre gap” a problem? What are the barriers to increasing fibre intake? Where are the opportunities to bridge the gap of dietary fibre deficiencies? What practical solutions are available …
16:55
  1. Rotterdam
    5 mins
  2. Rotterdam
    5 mins