Conferences

A PROGRAMME rich in content

At TUTTOFOOD Milan 2026, an exciting and engaging content program awaits you: analysis of trends and major topics from the world of supply chains, ESG, innovations, and new consumption models in Retail and Horeca will be at the heart of the discussions, which will unfold in the various thematic arenas spread throughout the fair. Discover them all!

For all conferences where simultaneous interpretation is available, participants are kindly requested to bring their own personal earphones/headphones in order to access the translation service.

10:30 - 13:30
Cibus Link Arena - Hall 6

PLEA - Private Label Excellence Award @ TUTTOFOOD

Presented by Cibus Link
In collaboration with NielsenIQ
Translation available
11:00 - 11:45
Tuttofood Hall (Corso Italia)

Official Inauguration

Presented by Fiere di Parma
Translation available
12:30 - 13:15
Arepo Vision Arena - Flavors Hub

Cooking Show "CENTRAL MACEDONIA"

Translation available
12:30 - 14:00
Bakery Arena – Hall 8

Cooking show "World Bakery Tour: From Italy to World"

Presented by Gruppo Holding Pivetti
In collaboration with Italmopa
Translation available
12:30 - 13:00
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

Why Italy is the Hottest FoodTech Hub in Europe

Presented by Sesamers
 
12:30 - 14:00
TuttoBio Arena – Hall 5

Today's EU organic market: key figures and consumer trends

Presented by Joanna Wierzbicka, Deputy Director or IFOAM Organics Europe
In collaboration with SPAS
Translation available
14:30 - 15:00
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

Beyond FoodTech: Building at the Edge of the Food System

Presented by Sesamers
14:30 - 16:00
TuttoBio Arena – Hall 5

Innovation, typicity and excellence: Italian cooperation as a driver for the development of the Balkan agri-food system

Presented by CIHEAM Bari
In collaboration with AICS Tirana
Translation available
14:30 - 16:00
Cibus Link Arena - Hall 6

Data-Driven Retail: How Data Is Shaping Investment Decisions in Modern Retail

Presented by Cibus Link
15:00 - 15:15
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

Startup spotlight: Daily+

Presented by Sesamers
15:00 - 16:30
Better Future Arena - Hall 10

Top F&B Trends 2026 in Europe

In collaboration with Innova Market Insights
Translation available
15:15 - 15:30
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

Startup spotlight: Sayasuka

Presented by Sesamers
15:30 - 16:30
PAD. 3 - Stand U25

The new food order: geopolitical shock and european agrifood resilience

Presented by Federalimentare e FoodDrinkEurope
15:30 - 15:45
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

Startup spotlight: Quartz Labs

Presented by Sesamers
15:30 - 18:00
Fruit & Veg Arena – Hall 4

FrePRE - Fresh & Produce Retail Europe Workshop

Presented by Agroter (Italiafruit news)
Translation available
16:00 - 19:00
Auditorium - Centro Servizi - "Stella Polare"

International Forum of the Italian Cuisine

In collaboration with MASAF- Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forestry
Translation available
16:30 - 19:00
AREPO Vision Arena – Hall 3

Alimentando Awards

Presented by Alimentando.info
Translation available
16:30 - 18:00
Mixology Arena - Hall 6

From Food Cost to Value Perception Paradigm

Presented by SNOB
Translation available
10:30 - 11:00
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

Who Gets Acquired — and Why? Lessons from 60+ AgTech Exits

Presented by Sesamers
10:30 - 12:00
Fruit & Veg Arena – Hall 4

Plant-Based: From Fruit & Vegetables to Food – Innovative Pairings for Global Retail

Presented by myfruit
Translation available
10:30 - 12:00
TuttoBio Arena – Hall 5

Destination Organic: charting the course in international markets

Presented by AssoBio
Translation available
10:30 - 11:30
Press Lounge

Global Market Talks: Focus Italy

Presented by GDOnews
In collaboration with Cibus Link
Translation available
10:30 - 12:00
Cibus Link Arena - Hall 6

From Family Business to Global Enterprise: Generational Transition in the Italian Food Sector

Presented by Cibus Link
Translation available
11:00 - 11:15
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

Startup spotlight: Yeastime

Presented by Sesamers
11:15 - 11:30
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

Startup spotlight: Hoshii

Presented by Sesamers
11:30 - 11:45
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

Startup spotlight: belorder

Presented by Sesamers
11:30 - 12.30
Press Lounge

Global Market Talks: Focus Spain

Presented by AliMarket  
In collaboration with Cibus Link
Translation available
12:00 - 13:30
Cibus Link Arena - Hall 6

Del precio a la estrategia: La evolución del retail en Italia

Presented by Cibus Link
Translation available
12:30 - 13:30
Press Lounge

Global Market Talks: Focus Private Label

Presented by Global Retail Brands
In collaboration with Cibus Link
Translation available
12:30 - 14:00
Bakery Arena – Hall 8

The European milling industry - Opportunities and challenges

Presented by Gruppo Giovani Italmopa
Translation available
12:30 - 14:00
TuttoBio Arena – Hall 5

libya Gateway for Africa

Presented by Africa Gate
Translation available
12:30 - 13:00
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

Where FoodTech Money is Going in 2026

Presented by Sesamers
14:30 - 15:15
Flavors Hub

Cooking Sow "CATALUÑA"

14:30 - 15:00
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

An Open Innovation Case Study: Thimus & La Linea Verde

Presented by Sesamers
14:30 - 15:30
Press Lounge

Global Market Talks: Focus Brazil

Presented by APAS – Associação Paulista de Supermercados
In collaboration with Super Varejo e Cibus Link
Translation available
14:30 - 18:00
Better Future Arena - Hall 10

BFA – Better Future Award

In collaboration with Mark Up e Gdoweek
Translation available
14:30 - 16:00
TuttoBio Arena – Hall 5

The 2029 Organic Store: What Supermarkets Can’t Copy

Presented by Sauver Fernandez, Econovateur
In collaboration with SPAS
Translation available
15:00 - 16:30
Better Future Arena - Hall 10

Top F&B Trends 2026 in Europe

In collaboration with Innova Market Insights
Translation available
15:30 - 17:00
Cibus Link Arena - Hall 6

Distribution, Consumer Demand and Brand Positioning: The Future of Italian Food in the U.S. Market

Presented by Cibus Link
Translation available
15:30 - 16:30
Press Lounge

Global Market Talks: Focus France

Presented by LSA
In collaboration with Cibus Link
Translation available
15:45 - 16:15
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

In Conversation with Davide Canavesio (Blooming Group)

Presented by Sesamers
16:30 - 18:00
AREPO Vision Arena – Hall 3

The Sourcing Challenge - European Dairy Outlook

In collaboration with EDA - European Dairy Association e Assolatte
Translation available
10:00 - 13:00
Cibus Link Arena - Hall 6

Dos Mundos, Una Dirección: La Evolución del Retail entre Europa y Latinoamérica

Presented by Cibus Link
Translation available
10:30 - 11:00
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

Closing the Commercialisation Gap in European Agrifoodtech

Presented by Sesamers
10:30 - 13:00
stand PAD.7 V01

Great Taste in Italy: a strategic lever for the internationalization of Made in Italy

Presented by Great Taste
Translation available
10:30 - 12:00
Fruit & Veg Arena – Hall 4

International Fresh Produce Logistics: Beyond Diplomacy, Shelf-Life and and Opportunities for Export

Presented by Fresh Point Magazine
Translation available
10:30 - 12:00
AREPO Vision Arena – Hall 3

Veal and sustainability: integrating environment, health, and gastronomic culture

Presented by Assocarni
12:30 - 13:00
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

From Science to Scale

Presented by Sesamers
12:30 - 14:00
Cibus Link Arena - Hall 6

Competition or Convergence? The Future of the Relationship Between Brands and Private Label

Presented by Cibus Link
Translation available
12:30 - 14:00
Mixology Main Bar Arena

Global F&B Trends: International Markets vs Italy

In collaboration with SNOB
Translation available
12:30 - 14:00
TuttoBio Arena – Hall 5

Meeting consumer expectations in a “Post Sustainability” future

Presented by Richard Cope, Ecovox
In collaboration with SPAS
Translation available
14:00 - 16:00
TuttoBio Arena – Hall 5

Food Safety: Obligations, Business Risks and Insurance Solutions

Presented by Bazzi Insurance Partners and studio Avvocati per l’impresa
Translation available
14:30 - 15:15
Arepo Vision Arena - Flavors Hub

Cooking Show "TESSAGLIA"

Translation available
14:30 - 16:00
Bakery Arena – Hall 8

High-Fiber Flour Innovation

Presented by Industria Molitoria Denti
In collaboration with Italmopa
Translation available
14:30 - 15:15
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

Workshop: Why 90% of Food Innovations Fail

Presented by Sesamers
14:30 - 16:00
Better Future Arena - Hall 10

Elevating Onboard Catering Sourcing Premium Ingredients and Global Supplier Opportunities

In collaboration with Subu Connect
Translation available
14:30 - 16:00
Cibus Link Arena - Hall 6

Packaging and Sustainability: From Compliance to Value Creation

Presented by Cibus Link
15:15 - 15:45
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

What we Eat Next: Alternative Proteins, Longevity Science, and the Gap in Between

Presented by Sesamers
15:45 - 16:15
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

Funding Strategies for Food Startups

Presented by Sesamers
16:30 - 18:00
Fruit & Veg Arena – Hall 4

The African Shift From Primary Production to Industrial Growth Unlocking Business Opportunities in Senegal

Presented by Gelila Guenzi Consulting
In collaboration with AMA - Associazione Master Agroalimentare
Translation available
16:30 - 18:00
AREPO Vision Arena – Hall 3

Investing in Protein Innovation in Italy: capital, industry and startups - Where do we really stand?

Presented by Italbiotec, powered by Cibus Tec
Translation available
16:30 - 18:00
Bakery Arena – Hall 8

PIZZA DOC International Forum: The future of pizza speaks global

In collaboration with Accademia Pizza DOC
Translation available
16:30 - 18:00
TuttoBio Arena – Hall 5

Europe’s Brand Future: Innovation, Trust, and Prosperity - Il brand come motore di innovazione e sviluppo

Presented by Centromarca and AIM – European Brands Association
Translation available
10:30 - 12:00
TuttoBio Arena – Hall 5

From Organic to Fair Value Chains: How to Build More Robust, Credible, and Meaningful Supply Chains in Europe

Presented by Ecocert
In collaboration with SPAS
Translation available
11:00 - 11:45
International Startup Area by Sesamers - Hall 2

The GLP-1 Food Shock

Presented by Sesamers
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