We know that building a successful startup isn’t just about what happens in the lab or the kitchen; it’s about the connections you make in the wider ecosystem. Networking with investors, fellow founders, and industry leaders is essential for scaling your impact and staying ahead of market trends.
To help you grow your network this year, we’ve rounded up the must-attend industry events for the first half of 2026. Even better? We’ve secured some exclusive discounts specifically for our community.
Plant FWD 2026
When: 8–9 April 2026
Where: Barneveld, Netherlands (Midden Nederland Hallen)
As Europe’s leading conference for alternative protein professionals, Plant FWD is returning for its fourth edition with a fresh focus on “Balanced Proteins,” “Organic & Novel Foods,” and “Cellular Agriculture.” With over 1,000 changemakers and 40+ visionary speakers, it’s the place to be if you want to pitch to retail buyers or find your next lead investor.
The Deal: Use code ‘PROV100’ for a €100 discount on all tickets.
Food Revolution 2026
When: 11 – 13 May 2026
Where: Venice-Mestre, Italy
Set against the beautiful backdrop of Venice, Food Revolution is an international conference designed to reshape our food system through a unique, disruptive format. This transformative gathering brings together over 200 attendees from 20+ countries to redefine the agri-food system from the ground up.
Bridge2Food Europe
When: 9–11 June 2026
Where: Copenhagen, Denmark
Bridge2Food is heading to the historic “City of Spires” for its largest-ever European event. This year’s theme, “From Hype to Reality,” focuses on the practical side of innovation: taste, texture, scale-up, and nutrition. It’s an incredible platform to meet R&D experts and technical leaders from over 250 companies.
The Deal: Use code ‘PROVEGINCUBATOR’ for a €150 discount on all tickets.
Future Food-Tech Chicago
When: 15-16 June, 2026
Where: Convene Willis Tower, Chicago, USA
Chicago is America’s leading food-industry hub, and Future Food-Tech puts you at the heart of major corporate decision-making. This event is where breakthrough innovators unite with global food corporates, investors, and policymakers to bridge supply gaps and discover the next generation of sustainable proteins.
New Food Conference 2026
When: 25 August 2026
Where: Berlin, Germany (EUREF-Campus)
Gathering industry leaders, policy actors and visionaries to dive deep into the hot topics in the European landscape of alternative proteins, but never losing the big picture. Whether you are looking for relevant market insights, current policy developments, promising tech and startups, or connecting with fellow industry minds with an astonishing Berlin summer backdrop, the New Food Conference 2026 is the place to be.
The Deal: Get 30% off when you register during the month of March!
Why Attend?
Whether you are looking for technical insights to refine your product or seeking the strategic partnerships necessary to enter new markets, these events offer the essential global platform to turn innovation into industry-wide impact. By stepping out of the lab and onto the conference floor, you gain the collective intelligence and high-level connections needed to navigate the evolving food landscape.
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