A look back at Food Matters in 2019...
2019 was a tumultuous year for the food industry, with an unpredictable trading environment, changing regulatory landscape, and shifting consumer trends providing plenty to chew on for manufacturers, producers, and investors.
In 2019 Food Matters has focused on helping the food and drink industry navigate choppy waters, bringing together thought leaders, change-makers, and disruptors to identify the trends defining the future of food through podcasts, insightful articles, and curated events. Here's a look at some of the key moments of the year...
Investigating the trends defining the future of food and drink
The Table Talk Podcast began at the end of March this year, offering a deeper look at the trends and issues facing the food and drink industry. With over 1,500 downloads a month, more than 12,000 professionals are already benefiting from their insight. Have a listen to the ten most popular episodes.
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Connecting brands and manufacturers with the ingredients for success
Food Matters Live 2019 notched up a number of records: the largest collection of ingredients companies and the biggest number of buyers making new connections being just some, with the new UK future brands & plant-based pavilions shining a light on the brightest disruptors.
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Addressing the key issues facing the industry through innovation and tech
The Food Matters Summit programme was the first high-level gathering of its kind in London, creating a platform for leaders to debate the issues facing the food and drink industry, & discuss how tech & innovation can help solve them. The Summit Digital Pass now provides recorded spotlight sessions on-demand.
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Addressing the key issues facing the industry through innovation and tech
The Food Matters Summit programme was the first high-level gathering of its kind in London, creating a platform for leaders to debate the issues facing the food and drink industry, & discuss how tech & innovation can help solve them. The Summit Digital Pass now provides recorded spotlight sessions on-demand.
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Celebrating sustainable tech solutions and disruptive entrepreneurs
Food Tech Matters 2019 gathered disruptive start-ups, investors seeking new opportunities, and thought leaders who are actively changing the future of food as we know. An opportunity for global brands to connect on a one-to-one basis, Food Tech Matters will return with an even bigger programme in 2020.
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Looking ahead to 2020...
2020 will see a return of an expanded Food Tech Matters, joined by a brand new Smart Food Matters event and an enhanced Food Matters Live 2020. Take a look at what to expect...
A new look Food Matters Live
In 2020, Food Matters Live will take place at the 02 InterContinental, London on 13–14 October, playing host to a curated exhibition, unrivalled education programme including seminars, technical and NPD live theatres, a hosted buyer programme, customer innovation and private dining experiences - combined with a high value, social and business networking programme.
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