FarmTech Society

Protein Transition Conference 2022
2022-11-24
It is very clear that a considerable portion of our protein is consumed through products from animal origin. This consumption is one of the key factors causing current routes for food production to be insufficiently efficient to feed the growing, and more affluent world population. Meat production is inefficient with respect to the use of land, water and raw materials and it has serious impact on the environment. With a growing world population and a global rise in demand for meat, we need to make a transition to high quality protein-rich alternative food sources, while simultaneously considering human health and environmental sustainability.
There are several routes to follow, but this conference will focus on the two major alternatives, looking at the short and the long term:

Plant based proteins
Cell based Meat

The conference focuses on cutting edge research on one hand and on commercial initiatives on the other hand in its different forms and gathers experts from academia and industry to show their latest results and showcase their products and services.
The following topics will be covered during the conference:

R&D on supporting technologies like Biofabrication, 3D Printing, 3D Bioprinting etc.
R&D on cell structure, taste, texture, flavor, color, nutritional value, muscle structure etc.
Life Cycle Analysis (LCA)
Impact on agriculture industry
Social impacts cultured food (consumer adoption, society, economy)
Patent / Legal and Regulatory issues
Investment opportunities

Vertical Farming Conference 2022
2022-11-24
The continually-growing world populations, the global trend to urbanisation, climate change and pressure on natural resources are key drivers for policies on global food security. Vertical farming is an innovative methodology for vertical cultivation of agricultural products in a small footprint, which can also realize true zero-mile city food supply.
Vertical farms can be built in new or existing buildings and provide significant benefits in environmental sustainability and human health, minimizing the need for water and nutrients, and eliminating pesticides and fungicides, which are no longer needed. Vertical farming and urban agriculture, if designed and implemented appropriately, could offer sustainable and innovative solutions for improving food security in a small footprint.
Focus topics of the conference are:

Available technologies – LED lighting, sensors, AI
Plant condition issues like: CO2, Nutrients, Irrigation, Climate, Lighting
Energy Use / Sustainability issues
Food safety / HACCP
Robotics
Improved resource-use efficiency
Smart Cities / Architecture / Urban Design
From traditional farmer to vertical farmer

Future of Food Production Summit 2022
2022-11-15 - 2022-11-17
The world’s online meeting place for developing sustainable agriculture technology.
The Future of Food Production Summit is the must-attend virtual event for any company involved in improving the sustainability, efficiency and resilience of global food supply chains.
The senior executive-level conference presents an unbiased opportunity to explore and discuss this complex issue with world-leading experts. Discover a wide range of solutions that will have a positive impact on the planet and increase the efficiency and resilience of our food supply chains.
The conference enables industry leaders to stay up-to-date with the most recent solutions, technology, policy, and concepts across the food system. And get the best opportunities to meet key industry contributors.
We are bringing together over 75 expert speakers and 1000 attendees to debate and discuss the latest business models, strategies, innovations, future regulations, technologies, and solutions involved in the commercialisation of sustainable agricultural technologies.

Resilient Harvests Conference 2022
2022-11-01 - 2022-11-02
Polices, Programs, & Practices to Advance Efficient Greenhouse & Vertical Farming

The Resilient Harvests Conference brings together multidisciplinary leaders interested in a resource-efficient future for controlled environment agriculture (CEA) to build consensus on government regulations, utility and efficiency program support, and technology integration.

Topics that will be discussed include – CEA Regulations, Codes and Standards; Programs for Efficient Production; Best Practices for CEA Facilities; Workforce development; Equity, Diversity & Inclusion.

Who Attends – Greenhouse & Indoor Growers; Facility Owners & Operations Managers; Government; Utility & Efficiency Programs; Researchers; Producers; Architects, Engineers and Construction Professionals; Greenhouse Manufacturers; Horticultural Lighting Specialists; Technical Directors & Engineers; Compliance Managers; Sales & Marketing Teams; Vendors.

Products & Services on Display – Automation & AI Systems; Design & Construction; Educational Resources; Energy Services & Systems; HVAC and Environmental Controls; Equipment & Technology; Lighting; Substrates; Structures & Systems; Hydroponic Systems; Irrigation Systems & Components; Recycling and Composting.

Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit 2022
2022-10-25 - 2022-10-27
Details:
Name: Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit
Date: October 26-28, 2022
Location: Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore
Organiser: Rethink Events
2022 Theme: Building Agri-Food Capacity, Security & Resilience in Asia
As the anchor event of Singapore International Agri-Food Week (SIAW), the Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit will bring together over 900 global leaders to identify the strategic priorities as we build greater capacity, security and resilience in Asia’s agri-food system.
From alternative proteins, aquaculture and CEA to sustainable smallholder production, the world’s leading agribusinesses, growers, CPG and ingredient brands, entrepreneurs, investors, retailers and policymakers will reunite to tackle the critical issues of 2022 and the decade ahead.
Taking place on October 26-28 at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, this renowned leadership summit will deliver three days of high-level discussion, networking and deal-making. Featuring Ministerial keynotes, interactive panels, executive briefings and tours to Singapore’s newest agri-food facilities, the summit supports new partnerships and collaborations through a full program of 1-1 meetings.
We’ll also be serving a menu packed with new proteins and locally grown fresh produce, and look forward to celebrating a week of agri-food innovation at our nightly cocktail hour.
Virtual delegates will stream all the content live via our summit platform and have the same opportunity to network before and after the summit as in-person attendees.

CEA Summit East 2022
2022-10-24 - 2022-10-25
A NEW EVENT PARTNERSHIP FROM THE
PRODUCERS OF INDOOR AG-CON

Indoor Ag-Con and the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Innovation Center — a joint project of the School of Plant and Environmental Sciences at Virginia Tech and the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) — have partnered to launch the CEA Summit East, October 25-26, 2022

Designed to bring industry and academia together to share research, business strategies and build partnerships to drive future growth for the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) sector and its stakeholders, the CEA Summit East promises to grow your business.

Vertical Farming World Congress 2022
2022-09-18 - 2022-09-20
After two successful years online, the 3rd Vertical Farming World Congress will be held in Brussels at the heart of European policy making from 19 to 21 September – https://www.zenithglobal.com/events/vfwc2022
Aimed at operators, suppliers, investors, advisers, legislators and policy makers, the programme is stacked with top company leaders and the latest in technology innovation.
– The opening address will be given by one of President Obama’s key agriculture advisers, Sonny Ramaswamy.
– An industry leadership panel will feature chief officers from AeroFarms, Bowery Farming, INFARM and Jones Food Company.
– Other speakers will be flying in from Australia, Korea, North America and Singapore alongside entrepreneurs from Belgium, France, Germany, Netherlands and Sweden.
Additional highlights of the event include:
– Visits to urban farms in the new Abattoir re-development site, such as the Urban Harvest vertical farm, the ECLO underground mushroom farm and the BIGH aquaponics greenhouse
– The Vertical Farming World Awards dinner to celebrate all aspects of recent industry success, as well as extensive other networking opportunities
– Policy round tables to support the industry’s growing recognition and representation.
“We are hoping to attract almost all of the industry’s key players to this event, because there is no other global forum at such a senior level of participation,” commented Richard Hall, Chair of Zenith Global, the specialist food industry consultants and organisers of the Congress. “It’s particularly important for the industry to make its mark with Government and the media to demonstrate its potential contribution to high quality local food, when traditional supply chains are struggling in the wake of covid and conflict.”
The FarmTech Society is Official Event Partner for the Congress, whose Chair Mary Ellis adds: “Agriculture must be transformed through innovation, education and policy change to foster a resilient, local and secure production system that is respectful of the environment.”
For full details and to register, visit https://www.zenithglobal.com/events/vfwc2022. Discounted early booking rates are available until 22 July.

Bioeconomy Youth Ambassador Competition
2022-07-25
Are you between 18 and 35 years old and have experience or strong interest in bioeconomy and/or bioeconomy related fields (food systems, forestry, climate change…)?
Would you like to contribute to the sustainable and circular transition of Europe?
Apply by 13 June – 11:59PM CET to join the Bioeconomy Youth Ambassadors programme to:

lead by example, inform and inspire others about sustainable and circular bioeconomy
reach out to communities, students and civil society, and to engage decision-makers
work with social media to raise awareness about the role of the bioeconomy in everyone’s life
raise awareness for the bioeconomy especially in youth communities, and support the ongoing youth and education-related processes of the European Union

What is the role of Ambassadors?
Youth Ambassadors lead by example, inform and inspire their communities on sustainable circular bioeconomy and bioeconomy related-fields (e.g. food systems, forestry, agriculture, fisheries, bio-based sectors, nature-based solutions, blue bioeconomy, rural development, ecosystem services, climate change, biotechnology…).
They are dedicated individuals or groups of individuals eager to reach out to communities, students and civil society, and to engage decision-makers, and raise awareness on social media to raise awareness about the role of the bioeconomy in everyone’s life.
They reach out to youth communities and support the ongoing youth and education related processes of the European Union.
What concrete activities are Ambassadors expected to undertake?
Bioeconomy Youth Ambassadors are expected to undertake a term of up to two years.
The Ambassadors will:

Participate in the Summer Camp on 25-27 July 2022 in Brussels.

The Ambassadors will participate in training (EU bioeconomy and communication and outreach activities), plan their future activities as Bioeconomy Ambassadors and begin to work on different sessions of the high-level Bioeconomy Conference.

Take part in the high-level Bioeconomy Conference on 6-7 October 2022 in Brussels.

Support the European Commission in designing the content for the sessions and contribute to the session introductions and conclusions.
The Ambassadors may also…

Assist in selecting winners for the creative competition “Bioeconomy in my life”.

Note that this competition will be launched in the coming weeks.

Participate in various events to carry the voice of youth and the bioeconomy.

Who can become an Ambassador?
The Youth Ambassador…

Is committed to make positive change and is passionate about bioeconomy.
Has an experience or strong interest in bioeconomy or bioeconomy-related fields.

An ambassador can be an entrepreneur, innovator, student from high school, college, university or vocational school, artist, professional, researcher and academic, policymaker, non-profit leader, journalist, social media influencer…

Is a good communicator, and willing to use blogs/videos/social media posts/performances and written articles to raise awareness of bioeconomy.
Is comfortable with public speaking or expressing their views coherently in written or in any other form of expression.
Communicates fluently in English.
Can be an individual or group of individuals (max. 3 people can represent a group).
Is between 18-35 years old.
Is legally resident in one of the 27 countries of the EU.
Is committed to giving time to the Ambassador programme.

What are the benefits of being an Ambassador?

Possibility to participate in Europe’s sustainability transition hands-on and bringing in their own ideas.
Visibility for their bioeconomy action on the Bioeconomy events and DG Research & Innovation social media accounts.
Participation in the Summer Camp and the high-level Bioeconomy Conference (travel costs, accommodation and allowances are covered).
Communication support e.g. training in Summer Camp.
Recognition of their role by the European Commission.

Peer-support from other Bioeconomy Youth Ambassadors and support from European Commission Bioeconomy team.
Engagement rewarded with a certificate that will be given to Ambassadors during an award ceremony at the Bioeconomy Conference.

How can you become an Ambassador?
Apply here by 13 June, 11:59PM CET, with your CV and fill in the application form.
The selected Youth Ambassadors will be informed by end of June.
Questions?
If you have questions, please send an email to RTD-BIOECONOMY@ec.europa.eu

Indoor AgTech Innovation Summit 2022
2022-06-22 - 2022-06-23
Optimizing Productivity, Scale and Sustainability in CEA and Vertical Farming
After two years of successful virtual meetings, Indoor AgTech returns to Brooklyn, New York on June 23-24, gathering the world’s leading growers, retailers, investors, seed companies and technology providers to meet, network and cultivate new commercial partnerships.
As the CEA industry matures, what is needed from a political, financial, and technological standpoint for indoor growing to be seen as the most reliable and sustainable way of feeding our cities?
How are well-funded growers applying their investment to scale up their operations? What are the next frontier crops beyond leafy greens? What new technologies are available to optimize growing environments and drive operational efficiencies?
Join us in June where we will be discussing these critical issues with thought-leaders from every part of the value chain. You’ll also experience a plethora of innovation first-hand, from sampling delicious indoor grown produce, to discovering disruptive technologies and visiting one of New York’s newest urban farms.
Through pre-arranged 1-1 meetings, networking events, roundtable discussions and those all-important corridor-connections, this is a summit where you can catch up with industry colleagues and forge the partnerships that will shape your business in 2022.
All sessions will be livestreamed, opening up the summit to a bigger global network than ever before. Whether joining us live or online, we hope to see you there!
Key Themes

Regenerating Cities: Feeding Urban Populations Using Fewer Resources
Tackling Labour Shortages: Accelerating the Adoption of Robotics, AI and Automation
Reducing Costs & Energy Usage: Identifying More Efficient Systems and Low Energy Inputs
Plant Science & Seed Optimization: Developing Consumer-Driven and Healthier Traits
Beyond Leafy Greens: Diversifying into New Crops and Exploring Flavour Profiles
Finance & Investment: Evaluating and Accessing Different Forms of Capital
Scalability & Profitability: Identifying and Overcoming Obstacles to Expansion
Communicating with the Consumer: Differentiating and Promoting Indoor Grown Produce
Collaboration & Partnership: Coalition Building and Standardization as the Industry Matures

Summit Website: https://indooragtechnyc.com/
Registration: https://indooragtechnyc.com/register/
One Summit Pass: Indoor AgTech Innovation Summit
In-Person:
Early Bird Price $1,595 (until April 29)
Full Price: $1,995
Virtual Access Only:
Early Bird Price: $395 (until April 29)
Full Price: $595
Two Summit Pass: Indoor AgTech and Future Food-Tech Alternative Proteins
In-Person:
Early Bird Price: $2,495 (until April 29)
Full Price: $2,995
Virtual Access Only:
Early Bird Price: $595 (until April 29)
Full Price: $895
**We have a discounted rate for our members – get in touch with FTS to find out more!**

Plant-Based Foods & Proteins Summit Europe 2022
2022-06-20 - 2022-06-22
Unique & Largest Plant-Based Foods & Proteins Industry Summit
The demand for plant-based foods is increasing fast. There are many opportunities for retailers, food-service operators and brands to develop better and inspiring foods for consumers. More and more people are also seeking healthy and sustainable diets. This summit is a key and unique chance to develop and execute your business & innovation strategies:

What is the opportunity for new plant-based foods from a consumer, retail, nutrition and food processing point of view?
What are the future directions for new plant-protein ingredients from a user, supply, food, processing, sustainability and value-chain perspective?

You will be inspired and get answers during this 4-in-1 summit:
> I: State of the Plant-Based Foods Industry
> II: Startups & Entrepreneur Innovators
> III: Ingredients & Processing Innovations
> IV: Research Investment Agenda 2025

Highest quality plant-based foods summit
Top ratings: Insights 8.0 – Networking 8.8 – Bridge2Food 8.8
Largest & longest running summit
600+ delegates welcome you to an elite global plant-based foods ecosystem
Gain business strategies with best-in-class market and business insights
The best place for business, project development & project calls in plant-based foods
Access to a unique group of startups in plant-based foods
30+ networking hours
3 networking receptions & summit dinner
75+ speakers
50+ exhibitors

A fantastic opportunity to work with fellow leaders on future global strategies!

GreenTech Amsterdam 2022
2022-06-13 - 2022-06-15
GreenTech is the global meeting place for all professionals involved in horticulture technology. GreenTech focuses on the early stages of the horticulture chain and production issues relevant to growers. GreenTech offers two yearly exhibitions

IPM Essen 2022
2022-06-12 - 2022-06-13
The International Plant Fair has been held annually at Messe Essen since 1983. Here exhibitors increasingly present products that are sustainable and suitable for climate change. These include heat- and cold-tolerant plant and shrub varieties, environmentally friendly and resource-saving packaging solutions, organic fertilisers and substrates, air-cleaning, easy-to-care for indoor plants and pots made of sustainable and biodegradable materials.

NovelFarm 2022
2022-05-24 - 2022-05-25
The event dedicated to new growing systems – international conference & tradeshow for new growing systems, soilless and vertical farming.
Co-located with AquaFarm & AlgaeFarm events

CEA 4.0 2022 - Conference Day 2
2022-05-19
“Accelerating the technological advancement and efficiency of indoor farms and farming”
Conference Day 2 (20th May) – Driving the Circular Economy Forward; International Farming Projects; Integration with Traditional Food Systems; Feeding the Energy Needs; Innovations in Technologies & Research; Robotics & AI; Continued Steps in Implementing Indoor Farming into the Current Food & Retail Systems

CEA 4.0 2022 - Conference Day 1
2022-05-05
“Accelerating the technological advancement and efficiency of indoor farms and farming”
Conference Day 1 (6th May) – Developing Policy and its Integration into Indoor Farming; Making Indoor Farming Economics Work; Total Controlled Environment Agriculture (TCEA); Greenhouse Solutions; Choosing the Right Seed for the Right Crop; Keeping the Grow Lights on; Automation

I-Grow Inside Webinar about Indoor Farming
2022-04-21 14:30 - 16:00 (Europe/Amsterdam)
INDOOR FARMING: SUCCESS STORIES AND LEARNINGS
The time has come, and the first I-Grow Inside webinar about indoor farming is finally ready to take place and promote success stories and experiences of indoor farming suppliers experts! A unique opportunity proposed by Indoor Ag-con and organised by World Horti Center. The Webinar is joinable in person and online; admission is free!
Theme: Proven success factors in indoor growing
When: 21th April 2021 from 14:30 to 16:00 (CEST/GMT+2)
Where: World Horti Center
What can we learn from the pioneers of indoor farming? Learn from the best Dutch solution providers for the indoor farming market during the first edition of I-Grow Inside, the seminar about indoor farming in World Horti Center. Icons in the business will share their success stories and what they’ve learned along the way. The event takes place on April 21th in World Horti Center and is powered by the community Indoor Farming NL, GreenTech and Farm Tech Society.
Tickets are free and there will also be a livestream available.
The I-Grow Pavillion at World Horti Center is a unique collaboration between leading companies in indoor farming. Together, they’ve created an experience where visitors can learn everything about the latest developments in this innovative industry. But I-Grow is more than just a place to learn about indoor farming. It’s also a community of pioneers willing to share knowledge and create meaningful relationships between companies, government and institutions.
By working together, the I-Grow participant believes developing indoor farming technology will go much faster.

I-Grow Inside is a regular seminar where organisations with a stake in indoor farming will share their stories. It’s great meeting place for everybody with an interest, or stake, in indoor farming. At I-Grow Inside you can learn from and talk with the icons of indoor farming. Speakers will be Ellis Jansen, Global Director City Farming at Signify and Susanne Mosmans, Business Unit Director at Future Crops, with more to follow.

Registration here: https://www.worldhorticenter.nl/en/event/I-grow-inside

Fruit Logistica Berlin 2022
2022-04-04 - 2022-04-06
Go Future: FRUIT LOGISTICA as global platform for new ideas, new input and new solutions.

3.300 exhibitors and 72.000 trade visitors attend FRUIT LOGISTICA every year to realize their full business potential within the international fresh produce trade – and to write their own success story!
FRUIT LOGISTICA covers every single sector of the fresh produce business and provides a complete picture of the latest innovations, products and services at every link in the international supply chain. It thus offers superb networking and contact opportunities to the key decision-makers in every sector of the industry.

Indoor Ag-Con Las Vegas 2022
2022-02-28 - 2022-03-01
Indoor Ag-Con is the premier event covering the technology of growing crops in indoor systems, using hydroponic, aeroponic and aquaponic techniques. Editions have featured keynotes from leaders in farming, supplier, technology, customer, government and academic sectors.
The events unite growers, investors, chefs, tech geeks, produce buyers, academics, policymakers, industry suppliers and advocates. They come together for lively discussions of the industry’s promise, issues and future across formal conference proceedings, practical mini workshops and exhibits.

Food For Future Summit & Expo 2022
2022-02-23 - 2022-02-24
Food For Future Summit will lay the groundwork for the most remarkable innovations and transformations ever seen in the sector, towards worldwide food security.
A Summit envisioned to deliver the key objectives of the UAE’s food security strategy.
From food-tech startups to established pioneering companies to global sustainability champions – the most influential community joins forces at the show to push the security agenda forward.
From self-sufficient sustainable farming to innovative logistics to path-breaking food conservation solutions, the Food For Future Summit and Expo is the perfect place to showcase your innovation and forge new partnerships with public and private sector.

Global Vertical Farming Expo 2021
2021-12-01 - 2021-12-02
Global Vertical Farming Show 2021 – (Virtual Connect) is a trailblazing global event bringing together the complete vertical farming value chain to explore the market, introduce brands, make new connections, win new projects and create long-term partnerships. It presents international companies with an unparalleled way to explore the huge business potential worldwide.
Vertical Farming has shown exceptional growth as the demand for locally-grown / organic food bolstered. Investors are finding the sector attractive because the farms offer organic vegetables and fruit while using less water and land than traditional agriculture. There is a growing interest in vertical farming worldwide, with massive facilities already operating in Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, and new projects are announced regularly. This creates exceptional business opportunities for international companies who could provide good quality and cost-effective products and solutions to the market. The key is to find the right partner in the region.

With over a decade of experience in the Agriculture Sector, we will connect you with just the right channel partner from the region to choose from.

This show will also set up dynamic relationships between the governments, private businesses & institutions to achieve the results quickly, effectively & successfully.

Asia-Pacific AgriFood Innovation Summit
2021-11-16 - 2021-11-18
Scaling Sustainable Food Production in Asia
Now in its fourth year, the Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit will bring together the world’s leading agribusinesses, growers, CPG and ingredient brands, entrepreneurs, investors, retailers and policymakers to share ideas and collaborate towards greater security and sustainability in Asia’s agri-food system.
From empowering smallholder farmers and building more connected, resilient supply chains to indoor farming models, holistic nutrition and health strategies, the summit will identify the most important opportunities and challenges as the region recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic.
A hybrid event combining both in-person elements in Singapore and a full virtual experience tailored to an international audience, the summit will facilitate high-value connections and foster long-lasting business relationships.
Knowledge exchange is an integral part of the innovation cycle. By sharing best practice from around the globe and enabling new partnerships, the summit offers an invaluable platform for developing a strategic, unified approach to scaling technologies and accelerating progress towards a greener and more secure food system.
Over a three-day summit, the smart virtual platform offers live-streamed debates and panel discussions, online roundtables and fireside chats, as well as 1-1 networking. All content will be available to watch on demand for a month after the summit.
Key Themes

Developing an Integrated Approach to Agri-Food Sustainability in the Asia-Pacific Region

Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Livelihoods: Boosting Adoption of Digital Solutions to Improve Farm Productivity

Regenerative & Carbon-Neutral Farming: The Role of Smallholder Farmers in Tackling Food Security and Climate Change

The Vertical Farm of Tomorrow: Achieving Secure, Sustainable, Affordable Access to Fresh Produce

A Holistic Approach to Nutrition: Supporting Health and Wellbeing through Ingredient Innovation

The Future of Plant-Based, Fermented and Cultivated Proteins: Scaling Production and Navigating the Regulatory Landscape

Catering to Asian Consumer Preferences: Exploring Application, Flavour and Texture Trends in Alternative Proteins

Accelerating Innovation in Aquaculture: Sharing Risk and Improving Access to Finance

Plastics, Waste and Circularity: Material Innovation and Building a Circular Economy

Fast-Tracking Pandemic Recovery: Designing New Investment and Finance Models

Ecosystem Collaboration & Partnerships: Connecting the Dots to Crisis-Proof Asia’s Food System

Agri-D. Convention 2021
2021-11-12
The International Online Conference & Exhibition Dedicated to DLT & Blockchain Technology in Agriculture
Live Talks
World leading Institutions, Industry, Technology Experts and more provide inspirational key notes & talks surrounding the influences and solutions that blockchain & DLT can provide within Agriculture.
Workshops
Global experts offer up interactive workshops to introduce the technology & solutions that can change the future of agriculture.
AMAs
Live and open Q&A sessions with some of the biggest names in DLT, Tech, and Agriculture.
Live Panels
Topical discussions from experts across a range of different sectors within the Agri-D space.
Networking
Interactive networking for growth and collaborations across all areas of the Agriculture sector.

Indoor Ag-Con 2021
2021-10-03 - 2021-10-04
Indoor Ag-Con is the premier indoor agriculture trade show and conference for the indoor and vertical farming industry. From starting or sustainably scaling up to buying from or selling to indoor | vertical farms producing a growing variety of crops, our business and tech-focused events are expanding to offer new opportunities to connect all agriculture supply chain stakeholders.

ONLINE Smart Farming Conference
2021-10-01 12:00 - 16:00 UTC
After mechanisation, the introduction of mineral fertiliser and the industrialisation of production processes, connectivity and data management are now set to unleash the next revolution in the history of farming: Smart Farming / Precision agriculture. It has now reached a point where it is not only possible to collect vast quantities of data but also to control different pieces of equipment or monitor individual animals, the Internet of Things. A growing number of farmers are starting to adopt digital technology and data-driven innovations.

What new business models will be successful? Will new players disrupt the traditional farming landscape? How to deal with changes (from traditional farmer to smart farmer)? How to identify and develop innovative methods for sustainable food production?
Focus topics of the conference are:

Available technologies for Farming 4.0 – drones, sensors, Internet of Things, Multi-spectral imaging, Robotics, Big Data, AI and more
Precision agriculture
Plant and crop science for improved resource-use
Investment in R&D
New business models
Cross disciplinary themes

ONLINE Vertical Farming Conference
2021-10-01 12:00 - 16:00 UTC
The continually-growing world populations, the global trend to urbanisation, climate change and pressure on natural resources are key drivers for policies on global food security. Vertical farming is an innovative methodology for vertical cultivation of agricultural products in a small footprint, which can also realize true zero-mile city food supply.
Vertical farms can be built in new or existing buildings and provide significant benefits in environmental sustainability and human health, minimizing the need for water and nutrients, and eliminating pesticides and fungicides, which are no longer needed. Vertical farming and urban agriculture, if designed and implemented appropriately, could offer sustainable and innovative solutions for improving food security in a small footprint.
Focus topics of the conference are:

Available technologies – LED lighting, sensors, AI
Plant condition issues like: CO2, Nutrients, Irrigation, Climate, Lighting
Food safety / HACCP
Robotics
Improved resource-use efficiency
Sustainability issues
Smart Cities / Architecture / Urban Design
From traditional farmer to vertical farmer

Wageningen University & Research and Delphy - Vertical Farm Facilities Opening
2021-10-01 09:00 - 15:00 UTC
Vertical Farming – ‘Beyond the Hype’
Opening of the Vertical Farm facilities built by Wageningen University & Research and Delphy in combination with the Vertical Farming Conference
There are great opportunities for Vertical Farming as part of the global food system of the future. The potential yields are high, the quality can be optimally controlled, and many resources are used more sustainably than in more traditional types of agriculture and horticulture. Above all, Vertical Farms can be built anywhere: all over the world and close to the consumer, which translates into fewer food miles and less food waste. However, there are still some challenges facing this still relatively new agricultural practice. Only little scientific research has been carried out at this point in time that captures the actual value of Vertical Farming in hard figures. This is partly because nothing has been standardised yet: no two Vertical Farms are the same. Therefore, there are still numerous opportunities for optimisation.
Wageningen University & Research, BU Horticulture & Flower Bulbs and Delphy Improvement Centre, both established at the Horti Science Park in Bleiswijk, recently finished building their Vertical Farm facilities. Research projects are currently in full swing here. They are primarily carried out as part of the ‘Vertical Farming Field Lab’, a project co-funded by the European Regional Development Fund and the Province of Zuid-Holland.
The official opening of WUR and Delphy’s Vertical Farm facilities will be held on Friday 1 October as part of the ‘Horti Science Park Event Weeks’. At the opening ceremony, which will take place that morning on Violierenweg 1-3 in Bleiswijk, the importance of Vertical Farming for the region – and the entire world – and the opportunities offered by the facilities led by WUR and Delphy will be discussed. The first research results will also be announced. Later on that day, the international ‘Vertical Farming Conference’ will be held. During this afternoon symposium, experts will discuss various aspects of Vertical Farming, examining such topics as technology, sustainability and cultivation climate. Some of the speakers will be presenting their contribution to the conference at the Horti Science Park.
The morning and afternoon programmes can be attended both in person (exclusively for invitees and subject to registration) and online. Please note that the number of seats at the science park is very limited. This is partly on account of restrictions imposed due to the pandemic. You can find the procedure for registration and participation here.

GreenTech Amsterdam 2021
2021-09-27 - 2021-09-29
Benefit from joining three action-packed days of knowledge sharing, presentations of innovative products and virtual matchmaking. Challenge your competition, improve efficiency and commercialise future solutions for your business.

NYC AGTECH WEEK
2021-09-22 - 2021-09-24
SEPTEMBER 23-25, 2021
Produced by the NYC Ag Collective: a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and sharing the opportunities and benefits of AgTech. NYC AGTECH WEEK is the only AgTech conference on the East coast run by the leaders of the industry themselves. Our 3 day hybrid virtual + in-person conference features farm tours, panels, workshops and presentations highlighting the fast growing and innovative AgTech sector in NYC, the US, and Internationally. NYC AGTECH WEEK brings together industry Founders, Investors, CEO’s, Startups and Thought Leaders through curated networking events and opportunities.
Since 2015, The NYC Agriculture Collective has been a nexus of CEA, Urban Farming, Sustainable Development and Entrepreneurship, building a community of some of the most innovative AgTech startups and organizations in the world. Members and partners include Aerofarms, Bowery Farming, Urbanstrong, Edenworks, Smallhold, Teens for Food Justice, VegBed, Agritecture, Farm One and Renuble. NYC AGTECH WEEK is the only AgTech Conference that is produced and organized by the pioneers of the industry themselves, and is intended to provide an equitable, easily accessible, insightful, and valuable look into the state of AgTech today.

Vertical Farming World Congress 2021
2021-09-20 - 2021-09-21
VERTICAL FARMING WORLD TO MEET IN SEPTEMBER
With the theme of ‘Raising Expectations’, the 2nd Vertical Farming World Congress will host industry
members , from global leaders to new start ups, on 20 22 September at a hybrid event online as well as
in person.
“This will be the most substantial dedicated event of the year, featuring many of the world’s leading
companies and technologies, offering unparalle led networking opportunities as well as training for new
entrants,” commented Richard Hall, Chairman of event organiser Zenith Global.
“We’re hoping as many people as possible will attend in person, so we’ve selected a hotel within the
London Heathrow airport complex. Many others will wish to join us online, using a platform that allows
for full participation including networking and questions. One advantage for everyone is that all sessions
will be recorded and available for review later,” he concluded .
Congress sessions and speakers include:

Industry leadership panel with InFarm, Kalera, Plenty and YesHealth
Market opportunity and strategy with HortAmericas, Rabobank, VeggiTech and Vertical Future
Crop and technology innovation with 80 Acres, Bowery, Fork Farms, Grow Group IFS, Swegreen
and Vertical Field
Science briefing from NASA on vegetable production at the International Space Station
Industry policy forum with industry associations from Africa , Japan, UK and US alongside
Association for Vertical Farming and Farm Tech Society
Regional pioneers AgroUrbana from Chile, Urban K isaan from India and 808 Factory from Japan
Customer and investor panels.

Other highlights include:

Agritecture workshops on planning an urban farming business
Vertical Future farm visit and fresh produce tasting
Presentation of 2021 Vertical Farming World Awards
Welcome and networking receptions.

The event is supported by Platinum sponsors Vertical Future and Intelligent Growth Solutions, and Gold
sponsor Cubic Farms.
The awards are supported by Headline sponsor Cutlivatd.
Full programme and bookingdetails are available on www.zenithglobal.com/events/vfwc2021 For
further information, email events@zenithglobal.com

Global Food Security & Sustainability Summit 2021
2021-09-17 09:00 - 16:30 (Asia/Tokyo)
The Global food system is at a critical stage and made worse by the COVID-19 pandemic. As many as 265 million people are threatened by famine, up 50% from last year. 700 million suffer from chronic hunger and 2 billion more from malnutrition, with obesity and associated diet-related diseases increasing in all regions. During the height of the pandemic with lockdowns, we have witnessed the collapse of the global food system with reports of food producers resorting to dumping their produce. The food crisis faced during the pandemic is a wake-up call for both developed and developing countries of the looming crisis facing the world when the next major crisis hits us, be it climate change, pandemics etc.
Although the world has progressed significantly in terms of technological advancements in food production, food is not distributed in an equitable manner to regions, countries, households and individuals. Government policies, availability of investments and technological know-how including access to food supplies are key issues to meet the urgent food needs of the world’s growing population. New and innovative farming technologies such as high-tech agriculture and aquaculture methods that produce more yields inland and urban conditions offer hope for the future.
The Global Food Security & Sustainability Virtual Summit 2021 held on 17 September 2021, would be one of the most important events ever held to address the critical issues of food security from the local to global level, and from an interdisciplinary and systemic food systems perspective. The summit will invite multi-stakeholders from governmental organisations, private sector businesses and NGOs to address the current disruptions and possible solutions on the world food supply chain. Discussions will also include issues surrounding sustainability issues and how societies and businesses can design more sustainable solutions in their entire food chain to minimize impact to the environment and reduce food waste.
