Pioneering Sustainable Innovation in the Global Food Industry

(MENAFN- Dubai PR Network)

Food for Future Summit to feature insights from over 90 global leaders and innovators

The Green Shoots program promotes innovative start-ups in the food and agricultural technology industries.

DUBAI – September 10, 2024: Gulfood Green, which will launch in September, aims to become the definitive platform for global leaders in the food industry to drive sustainable innovation. The event will bring together key players from across the food ecosystem to explore cutting-edge technologies, regulatory changes and transformative practices that are shaping the future of food. The overarching goal is to achieve sustainability in all its dimensions: from farmers, to supply chains, food production, better nutrition, to Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies such as AI, blockchain and smart farming.

Gulfood Green will be held at Dubai World Trade Centre from 24 to 26 September, where leading global companies, investors, entrepreneurs and industry experts will engage in important discussions and showcase innovations that will drive the future of sustainable food systems.

Trixie LohMirmand, Executive Vice President, Dubai World Trade Centre, commented: “The launch of Gulfood Green marks an important milestone in our commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship. By bringing together global policymakers, sustainability pioneers and startups, we are creating a platform that not only addresses the urgent global challenges of climate change and environmental impacts, but also paves the way for a transformative future for the F&B industry. This event underlines our commitment to driving positive change and setting new standards for sustainability in the global F&B community. Gulfood Green is not just an event – ​​it is a call to action for a more sustainable and resilient future for our planet.”

In its first edition, Gulfood Green has already secured the support of stakeholders driving sustainable development in the global F&B industry, including Switch, Intertek, Silal and JAFZA. Through a strategic partnership with Gulfood Green, visitors will have access to the latest thinking from KPMG, which will publish a white paper on “From Farm to Finance: Unlocking Investment in Nature-Positive Agriculture” on the first day of Gulfood Green.

The event will bring together over 500 exhibitors from 50 countries including Thryve, Pure Harvest, Fresh Fruits Company, Yalla Yum, Al Bakrawe, Nice Tech, Banex, Barakat, Armela Farms and 132 startups including Livestock Labs, Niyog, Farm to Plate, Carob Way, FAZLA and Alphacath to share new and innovative concepts and products, connect and nurture cross-border trade relationships. According to Andrew Ive, Founder and Managing General Partner of Big Idea Ventures, “The UAE is emerging as a major hub for growth and innovation in food, agri and climate technology. As the most active investor in these categories, Big Idea Ventures is excited to be part of Gulfood Green, bringing together global leaders and decision-makers committed to creating a better planet for current and future generations.”

Valuable insights and content will be available to visitors at the Food for Future Summit, which promises to be a groundbreaking gathering of global experts in sustainable food systems and innovation. The Summit will welcome over 90 world-class innovators, investors and decision-makers, including: Space nutrition specialist, entrepreneur and CEO of FOODiQ Global – Dr. Flávia Fayet-Moore; Food & AgTech startup angel investor, mentor and advisor – Daniel Skavn Ruben; leading expert in circular and regenerative food and agriculture – Dr. Vincent Walsh; co-founder of plant-based protein Unicorn Oatly and Aventure – Bjorn Oste; founder of Big Venture Ideas – Andrew Ive;
Founder and CEO of Edible Plant Ventures – Sharon Cittone; Co-Director of the Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein – Rohan Shirwaiker; CEO and Founder of AgriLeger, specializing in implementing the Web3 value chain in agriculture – Genevieve Leveille and many others.

The Green Shoots Startup Pitch Competition, which aims to recognize and support innovative startups in the sustainable food and agriculture sector and is supported by the UAE Ministry of Economy, will give startups the chance to showcase their talents to a global audience of venture capitalists, potential customers, and industry leaders. In addition to invaluable exposure, access to networking and mentoring from investors, startups will also have the chance to win a cash prize of $50,000 to support their growth and development. The pitching will take place alongside three days of panel sessions and workshops that will provide further learning opportunities. The exhibition will also feature 132 startups from the food and agritech industries, and startups will also have the opportunity to network at a high level with investors through an investor lounge and a carefully curated event program.

“At Livestock Labs, we are pioneering the future of food, using advanced genetic engineering, data analytics and machine learning to develop process-ready cell lines that will revolutionize the cultured meat industry. Gulfood Green is a key platform for us to connect with innovators and industry leaders who share our vision of sustainable, efficient and delicious food solutions. As the UAE positions itself as a global hub for emerging food technologies, this event provides an unparalleled opportunity to collaborate and push the boundaries of what is possible in food technology,” said Andrew Sayles, Co-Founder and COO of Livestock Labs.

The first day of Gulfood Green will see the presentation of the Gulfood Green Terra Awards, which will recognise visionary companies and individuals who are pushing the boundaries of sustainability across the food and beverage value chain. The awards will be presented in ten categories, including: Green Food Innovation, Agricultural Technology, Sustainability Pioneer, Sustainable Company of the Year and more.

Gulfood Green is held in conjunction with ISM Middle East, the region’s largest trade fair for confectionery and snacks, and Private Label Middle East, which brings together global food suppliers, private labels and contract manufacturers from over 40 countries at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 24-26 September.

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