FarmTech Society

inhouse farming @ Euro Tier 2024
2024-11-12 - 2024-11-15
Inhouse Farming – Feed & Food Show

Part of EuroTier: 12 – 15 November 2024, Hanover
Pioneering new ways of farm & food
Controlled Environment Agriculture – global food security through new agricultural production systems is one of the central tasks of the future. “Inhouse Farming – Feed & Food Show” is the DLG’s new platform for the agricultural and food systems of the future. Closely networked with agricultural practice, it offers technical information, perspectives, innovations and business – from feed to food.

VertiFarm 2024
2024-10-07 - 2024-10-09
Shaping the Future of Vertical Farming & New Food Systems!

The concept of vertical farming, Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) and New Food Systems has already become an issue of strategic global importance and is producing a vibrant developing market, with innovative start-ups and major corporations driving the development of vertical farming in cosmopolitan areas. The aim of New Food Systems is to maximise and secure yields – without neglecting ecological and social factors.
It’s high time – not just to accord this topic the societal relevance it deserves – but to provide a forum for information and sales opportunities that’s focused exclusively on indoor farming.https://www.vertifarm.de/en-gb

AgriBITs - Utrecht 2024
2024-09-04 - 2024-09-05
Agrifood meets digitalization

Join AgriBITs, the revolutionary agrifood digitalization community, and experience a multitude of benefits. At AgriBITs, the global tech excellence gets the opportunity to directly connect with Agrifoodtech companies. Additionally, attendees gain exclusive access to extensive networking opportunities with industry and academic experts, as well as national and EU representatives.
AgriBITs will create a business community where innovators collaborate to develop future-fit agrifood solutions through connectivity, digitalization, and automation technologies. It is dedicated to educating its members on crucial topics such as data standardization, security and ownership, offering insightful sessions on data-related regulatory frameworks, and actively supporting the development of standards. The summit covers all agricultural production sectors, including arable, indoor and livestock farming, as well as feed and food processing.

Greentech Amsterdam 2024
2024-06-10 - 2024-06-12
From 11 – 12 – 13 June 2024, will be GreenTech Amsterdam at RAI Amsterdam. The #1 horticulture technology platform in the Netherlands, where industry professionals from all over the world come together to connect, network, share knowledge and do business. At the GreenTech event in Amsterdam, visitors will be offered a complete overview of the products and services of the world’s leading companies and innovators.

Indoor Ag-Con Las Vegas 2024
2024-03-11 - 2024-03-12
From starting or sustainably scaling up to buying from or selling to indoor | vertical farms producing a growing variety of crops, this year’s event — the industry’s largest — is expanding to offer new opportunities to connect all agriculture supply chain stakeholders.
Don’t miss the premier controlled environment agriculture event covering the technology of growing crops in indoor system, using hydroponic, aeroponic and aquaponic techniques.

AgriFood Innovation Event 2023
2023-11-21
The Agrifood Innovation Event covers 3D Food Printing, Protein Transition, Smart Farming and Vertical Farming in several sessions at one location during one day.
In today’s ever-evolving world of Agriculture and Food, professionals are facing a myriad of groundbreaking innovations within their industries. By delving into the realms of 3D Food Printing, Vertical Farming, Smart Farming/Precision Agriculture, and Protein Transition, we can explore the exciting possibilities that emerge when these topics converge. This multidisciplinary approach not only fosters mutual understanding but also paves the way for valuable collaborations across diverse value chains.
Collaboration Across Value Chains
The true power lies in collaboration between the various value chains associated with these innovative fields. When professionals from different sectors come together, they unleash a wealth of synergistic opportunities. Shared expertise and resources facilitate the development of integrated systems that revolutionize the entire Agriculture and Food ecosystem.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, connect, and collaborate with experts from academia and industry. Alongside the conference, there will be an exhibit where companies will showcase their products and services.

Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit 2023
2023-10-31 - 2023-11-02
Accelerating the Transition to a Climate-Smart Food System
As the anchor event of Singapore International Agri-Food Week (SIAW), the Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit will bring together over 1000 global leaders to identify the strategic priorities as we build greater capacity, security, and resilience in Asia’s agri-food system.
From supporting the region’s smallholder farmers and seafood producers, to scaling novel foods and tackling energy efficiency in CEA, the summit will address the challenges in meeting demand for nutritious and affordable foods while reducing carbon throughout the supply chain.
Taking place on October 31 – November 02 at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, this renowned leadership summit will deliver three days of high-level discussion, networking, and deal-making.
With themed tracks for agri-tech, food-tech, CEA and blue food, the world’s leading agribusinesses, food brands, growers, entrepreneurs, and investors will discuss how technology and investment can be targeted to have the greatest impact on the agri-food value chain in the Asia-Pacific region.
Daily pitch sessions, happy hour networking, a menu featuring new and innovative products from the region’s start-ups, and a sophisticated 1-1 networking app make this a stand-out event for start-up discovery, investment and partnerships.

Future Farming Expo Scotland - FTS/UKUAT Conference
2023-10-10
FarmTech Society and UK Urban AgriTech (UKUAT) are proud to be working together to deliver a co-located conference at Future Farming Expo Scotland 2023. This collaboration represents a significant milestone in advancing sustainable farming practices, driving innovation, and ensuring the resilience of our food systems.
The conference will delve into a wide range of topics and themes that shape the future of sustainable agriculture. Some key areas of focus will include:

Circular CEA Clusters
Renewable Energy Infrastructure Synergies
Growing System Integrations
Training & Logistics Platforms

The collaboration between Future Farming Expo, UK Urban AgriTech, and FarmTech Society heralds a transformative era in sustainable agriculture. By combining the expertise of urban agriculture and Controlled Environment Agriculture, this partnership aims to drive innovation, promote ecological principles, and enhance the resilience of our food systems. The co-located conference at Future Farming Expo 2023 will serve as a catalyst for meaningful dialogue, knowledge exchange, and practical solutions, laying the foundation for a more sustainable and prosperous future in agriculture. Together, we can build a resilient and thriving food system that nourishes both people and the planet.

Future Farming Expo Scotland 2023
2023-10-09 - 2023-10-10
The fast changing landscape for farming means strategic thinking, business resilience, new technology and rapid innovation are becoming more important on-farm, particularly as Scotland works towards its Net Zero goal.
By visiting Future Farming Expo Scotland, visitors will benefit from:

Seeing first-hand what actions the industry is taking to reach net zero
Connecting and networking with other forward-thinking farmers and rural business owners
Staying ahead of the game by understanding what factors you need to implement in order to move forward
Seeing machines and technology that will redefine farming and help re-imagine what’s possible
A free event filled with ideas and opportunities on how to increase productivity, profits, and resilience for your farm business

By attending Future Farming Expo Scotland, you will have the opportunity to experience an exclusive tour of the innovative system.

Vertical Farming World Congress 2023
2023-10-08 - 2023-10-10
Bringing together vertical farming operators, investors, suppliers and customers, this 4th annual Vertical Farming World Congress is designed to help develop and advance the sector’s future
Now in its fourth year, the Congress has firmly established itself as the most significant event dedicated to the vertical farming sector.
The 2023 event will offer a dynamic programme of cutting-edge insights, high-level networking, illuminating vertical farm tours, round table discussions and awards, with livestream access also available for those who cannot participate in-person.
Over 30 industry-leading operators, innovators, suppliers, advisers and investors will present, covering the latest industry trends and developments, profitability, new VF techniques and crop opportunities, sustainability, innovation, branding and marketing. Click here to find out more.
There has never been a more crucial time for the industry to connect, exchange ideas, and to learn from one another, to collaboratively ensure the progression of this vital sector.
Don’t miss out – register today at www.zenithglobal.com/events/vfwc2023 to be a part of this formative industry event.”

VertiFarm 2023
2023-09-25 - 2023-09-27
Shaping the Future of Vertical Farming & New Food Systems!

The concept of vertical farming, Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) and New Food Systems has already become an issue of strategic global importance and is producing a vibrant developing market, with innovative start-ups and major corporations driving the development of vertical farming in cosmopolitan areas. The aim of New Food Systems is to maximise and secure yields – without neglecting ecological and social factors.
It’s high time – not just to accord this topic the societal relevance it deserves – but to provide a forum for information and sales opportunities that’s focused exclusively on indoor farming.
This is where VertiFarm comes in, making its début as the first and only dedicated trade show for Vertical Farming & New Food Systems. Since 2022, Messe Dortmund is filling this gap, bringing together knowledge, technology, R&D and networking opportunities at the heart of the Ruhr, one of Germany’s key logistics hubs.

Focus issues at VertiFarm:

Controlled Environment Agriculture
Indoor Farms
New Food Systems
Plants
Automation & Logistics
Variety Development
Cosmetics / Oils
Plant Protection & Fertilizers
Air Conditioning / Lighting Systems
Medical Plant Production
Cannabis, CBD, Seeds, Plants, Medical
Energy Generation & Efficiency
Research & Education
Robotic Farming

Indoor AgTech Innovation Summit 2023
2023-06-28 - 2023-06-29
From Pilots to Producers: Putting CEA at the Center of Sustainable Food Supply
Indoor AgTech is coming to New York Times Square in 2023, bringing together the world’s leading growers, retailers, tech providers, seed companies and investors on June 29-30 to meet, expand networks and produce fruitful partnerships.
After a pivotal year for the CEA sector, the summit will explore what’s needed to ensure the indoor farming industry can continue innovating and growing into a crucial part of the global agri-food supply chain.
From multi-acre scale facility design to seed optimization for vertical growing, and from multi-million-dollar funding rounds to the fine margins of running profitable farms, an international speaking faculty will discuss the critical success factors for CEA in today’s economic environment.
Delegates can take advantage of the dedicated meeting platform to meet future investors and business partners in the 1-1 networking room or sit down with a thought-leader at a roundtable break-out to dig deeper into the technologies and business models that are shaping the industry in 2023.
With an exhibition showcasing growers, seed companies, climate controls and automated growing equipment, as well as a menu featuring fantastic fresh produce from indoor farms, this is a summit focused on high-profile networking and deal-making.
Key Themes:
• Finding New Sources of Funding in a Changing Economic Landscape
• Alleviating the Impact of the Energy Crisis through Efficiencies and Alternatives
• Accelerating Automation to Improve Crop Care and Reduce Operational Costs
• Balancing Biology and Technology for Crop Growth and Profitability
• Unlocking the Potential of Plant Genetics to Sow the Seeds of Growth
• Growing Margins Through New Product Innovation from Crop to Shelf
• Exploring the Global Potential of Indoor Farming and the Next Regional Hotspots
• Promoting CEA as a Critical Piece of the Food Security Puzzle
• Creating Industry Standards to Build Confidence and Communicate the Benefits of CEA
Registration: www.indooragtechnyc.com/register
One Summit Pass – Indoor AgTech (including virtual access):
In-Person:
Super Early Bird Price: $1695 (ends April 6)
Full Price: $2295
Virtual Access Only:
Super Early Bird Price: $295 (ends April 6)
Full Price: $595

GreenTech 2023
2023-06-12 - 2023-06-14
GreenTech brings you to the heart of the horticulture industry!
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.

From 13 – 14 – 15 June 2023, we will organize GreenTech Amsterdam at RAI Amsterdam. The #1 horticulture technology platform in the Netherlands, where industry professionals from all over the world come together to connect, network, share knowledge and do business. At our GreenTech event in Amsterdam, we offer visitors a complete overview of the products and services of the world’s leading companies and innovators.

Indoor Ag-Con 2023
2023-02-27 - 2023-02-28
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Indoor Ag-Con is the largest indoor agriculture trade show and conference in the USA for indoor | vertical farming and controlled environment agriculture. 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. Make plans to join us in 2023 as we once again co-locate with the National Grocers Association (NGA) Show to offer even more opportunities to make new connections and grow your business!

NovelFarm 2023
2023-02-15 - 2023-02-16
THE EVENT DEDICATED TO NEW GROWING SYSTEMS
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Two days dedicated to professional within the sector of indoor and vertical farming, aquaponics, hydroponics and integrated farming.
NovelFarm is an international conference trade show dedicated to new growing systems, soilless and vertical farming. A 2-day B 2 B international event focused on and dedicated to trade operators of the agritech sector new growing systems, indoor and vertical farming. The fourth edition of the exhibition will take place February 2022 15 th and 16 th at Pordenone Exhibition Center.
NovelFarm is the only event in Italy devoted to new cultivation techniques, vertical and soilless farming. Over the years it has become an unmissable meeting opportunity for the most important academics and professionals in the industry who, under the coordination of the NovelFarm Scientific Committee , become speakers at the many conferences and debates that will enliven the two days of the event. An extensive conference programme that involves both experts and newcomers in the industry, updating them on all the latest news from the Agritech world.

Fruit Logistica 2023
2023-02-08 - 2023-02-10
Go Future: FRUIT LOGISTICA as global platform for new ideas, new input and new solutions

Exhibitors from 86 countries and 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.

2nd Global Conference on Agriculture
2022-12-09 - 2022-12-11
Ecosystem level conservation, plant genomics, farm management, artificial intelligence in farming – these are just a few examples of topics that the international agriculture conference will cover. Agriculture plays a central role in global health and development. As new technologies emerge, the field faces unprecedented opportunities, and, if utilized wisely, can solve problems on a global scale. However, the field faces many issues that must be addressed through careful, targeted research.
The 2nd Global Conference on Agriculture is an event that every academic in the discipline must consider attending. So mark your calendar for December 09-11 and make your way to the vibrant city of Berlin, Germany.
Why Join the Global Agriculture Conference 2022?
The 2nd Global Conference on Agriculture is not simply an event. It’s a platform that sparks important conversations. It’s a network of scientists, researchers, PhD candidates and graduate students, and other members of the academia. It’s an opportunity to actively participate in shaping the field and bringing it into the future.

Third I-Grow Inside Seminar
2022-12-06 14:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Paris)
On Tuesday December 6 World Horti Center is organizing the third ∑-Grow Inside Seminar. With a fresh panel of professionals, a new moderator and an interesting topic the team is ready to go into discussion on ‘Which tech level is preferred?’ this December. The event is organized in close cooperation with the community Indoor Farming NL and powered by GreenTech and FarmTech Society.
Which tech level is preferred?
On December 6 the panel will go into discussion on ‘which tech level is preferred?’. When it comes to ‘tech level’ you can think of: dynamic lighting, automation of internal logistics and data collection and analysis via apps and sensors and how these are used to steer the system. All of these topics are at a high level in the Netherlands, both in indoor farms and high-tech greenhouses. Not all countries are at this same level though and for those who want to start a vertical farm or greenhouse in one of these countries it can be a put-off. A high tech level brings a lot of investments costs, are these growers able to get a financial return on this? Or are they in need of another tech level that better fits their needs?
Line-up
A fresh new panel of professionals is ready to dive into the topic of tech levels. World Horti Center is happy to announce that Ard van de Kreeke (Founder of Growy), Renko Schuil (Business Developer Indoor Farming at TTA), Juriën Koster (International Account Manager at Hortilux), together with someone of Ridder are forming the panel this edition. The discussion will be led by Lisanne Meulendijks (Global R&D Director at &ever) she’s the new moderator of ∑-Grow Inside. She will ask the panel several questions and brings in those of the audience in the room and online participants.

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
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IPM Essen 2022
2022-06-12 - 2022-06-13
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