Why Attend?
Top 5 Reasons To Attend
From discovering breakthrough technologies to networking with industry leaders—and enjoying the vibrant city of Amsterdam—there are countless reasons to join us but here are a few of the top reasons to attend
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Discover and source the latest advancements from +500 companies across the alternative protein supply chain.
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Learn about cutting-edge trends and transformative innovations that are reshaping the industry.
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Gain practical strategies to enhance efficiency, optimize production processes, and reduce manufacturing costs.
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Hear about and even sample the latest products and food technologies redefining the protein landscape.
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Join our receptions to connect with hundreds of industry peers and collaborate with innovators who are driving change.
Discover the latest solutions
✔️ Hear expert presentations from companies already developing and adopting ground-breaking protein production technology
✔️ Gain the latest research and trends to help develop sustainable production technologies
✔️ Discover the next generation of highly sustainable processes, technologies, and production solutions
Connect and network
✔️ Expand your network by meeting with senior executives, entrepreneurs and investors from around the globe
✔️ Meet with and attract the innovators driving the industry forward
✔️ Meet the companies behind the latest innovations helping to create and commercialize environmentally friendly proteins from a variety of sources
Grow and promote
✔️ Showcase your technology or services to help the industry move forward and accelerate the new agrarian revolution
✔️ Expand your professional horizon by meeting with leading experts
✔️ Equip yourself with ideas and knowledge that adds value to you, your team, and your organisation
What Our Past Attendees Said
About the Conference
Why Attend the Future of Protein Production Conference?
If you're serious about staying ahead in the alternative protein industry, attending this world-class conference is a must. Whether you're in research, production, or retail, this is your opportunity to:
✅ Gain exclusive insights from +100 expert speakers sharing the latest advancements.
✅ Engage in interactive panel discussions tackling industry challenges and emerging opportunities.
✅ Explore the Startup Innovation Zone, where groundbreaking solutions are accelerating commercialization.
✅ Network with global industry leaders, from pioneering startups to major food brands and investors.
Why Purchase a Conference Ticket?
✔️ Access Premium Content:
Get insider knowledge on cutting-edge technology, policy shifts, and market trends that will shape the industry's future.
✔️ Unparalleled Networking:
Meet decision-makers, innovators, and investors driving the protein revolution.
✔️Stay Ahead of the Competition:
Discover the latest solutions, strategies, and technologies to give your business a competitive edge.
✔️Be Part of the Global Movement:
With more than 400 participants from 47 countries in 2024, this event has cemented itself as the leading global hub for alternative proteins.
📅 Mark your calendar for October 29-30, 2025, and secure your conference ticket today to be at the forefront of the future of food!
What Our Past Attendees Said
Conference Topics
Market Entry Strategies
Bringing alternative protein products to market requires more than just innovation—it demands a strategic approach to commercialization. In this session, you’ll gain practical insights and proven strategies to successfully launch and scale your products in a competitive landscape.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ Market Positioning & Branding: How to differentiate your product and communicate its unique value proposition.
✅ Consumer Insights & Demand Trends: Understanding what drives purchasing decisions and how to tailor your approach.
✅ Regulatory & Compliance Considerations: Navigating the legal landscape for a smooth market entry.
✅ Distribution & Retail Strategies: How to secure partnerships with retailers, food-service providers, and e-commerce platforms.
✅ Investment & Funding Pathways: Attracting capital and financial backing to support growth.Ingredients, Inputs & Formulations
Creating next-generation alternative proteins starts with the right ingredients, inputs, and formulations. This session will explore the science, technology, and innovation behind developing sustainable, scalable, and consumer-friendly protein products.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ Emerging Protein Sources: From plant-based and fermentation-derived to cell-cultured and insect proteins.
✅ Functional Ingredients & Enhancements: How fats, binders, and texturizers impact taste, texture, and nutrition.
✅ Clean Label & Sustainability Trends: Meeting consumer demand for natural, minimally processed ingredients.
✅ Supply Chain & Sourcing Strategies: Ensuring ingredient availability, quality, and cost-efficiency at scale.
✅ Advancements in Food Science & Processing: Cutting-edge techniques improving flavor, texture, and bioavailability.
Investment & Funding
Securing the right investment is critical for scaling innovation and bringing alternative protein solutions to market. This session will explore the evolving funding landscape, key investor priorities, and strategies to attract capital for growth.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ Current Investment Trends: Where capital is flowing in the alternative protein sector and what’s driving investor interest.
✅ What Investors Are Looking For: Key factors that make startups and scale-ups attractive to venture capital, private equity, and institutional investors.
✅ Funding Stages & Strategies: From early-stage seed rounds to growth-stage financing, understanding the best approach for your business.
✅ Government & Grant Opportunities: Exploring public funding, incentives, and support programs for sustainable food innovation.
✅ Real-World Case Studies: Insights from successful funding rounds and what companies did to secure investment.
Facility Development & Scaling
Scaling up from lab to commercial production is one of the biggest challenges in the alternative protein industry. This session will provide a comprehensive roadmap for facility development, process optimization, and large-scale manufacturing to ensure efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ Facility Planning & Infrastructure: Key considerations for designing and building efficient production sites.
✅ Scaling Strategies: Transitioning from pilot production to full-scale commercialization while maintaining quality and cost control.
✅ Manufacturing Innovations: Cutting-edge bioprocessing, fermentation, and extrusion technologies driving efficiency.
✅ Supply Chain & Logistics Optimization: Sourcing raw materials, ensuring scalability, and minimizing disruptions.
✅ Regulatory & Compliance Considerations: Navigating industry standards and food safety regulations for large-scale operations.
Next-Generation Protein Manufacturing
The future of alternative proteins depends on advanced manufacturing techniques that enhance efficiency, scalability, and sustainability. This session will dive into the cutting-edge technologies and processes transforming protein production.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ Breakthrough Manufacturing Technologies: From precision fermentation and cultivated meat bioprocessing to high-moisture extrusion and hybrid approaches.
✅ Automation & AI in Production: How smart factories and data-driven processes are optimizing efficiency and reducing costs.
✅ Sustainable Manufacturing Practices: Reducing waste, energy consumption, and carbon footprint in large-scale production.
✅ Quality & Consistency at Scale: Ensuring nutritional integrity, taste, and texture across mass production.
✅ Overcoming Manufacturing Bottlenecks: Strategies for reducing costs, improving yield, and accelerating time-to-market.Production Technologies
The evolution of production technologies is driving the efficiency, scalability, and affordability of alternative proteins. This session will explore the latest advancements in processing, automation, and precision engineering that are shaping the future of sustainable food production.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ Innovative Processing Methods: High-moisture extrusion, precision fermentation, cellular agriculture, and hybrid approaches.
✅ Automation & AI Integration: How smart manufacturing is improving efficiency, consistency, and cost-effectiveness.
✅ Scalability Solutions: Overcoming challenges in upstream and downstream processing for large-scale production.
✅ Sustainability & Waste Reduction: Cutting-edge strategies for reducing water, energy, and raw material consumption.
✅ Regulatory & Food Safety Compliance: Ensuring global standards for quality, traceability, and consumer trust.
Why attend?
Discover the Latest Solutions
✔️ Gain exclusive insights from companies pioneering cutting-edge protein production technologies.
✔️ Stay informed on the latest research and trends driving sustainable production solutions.
✔️ Explore next-generation processes, technologies, and innovations for scaling alternative proteins.
Connect and Network
✔️ Build meaningful connections with senior executives, entrepreneurs, and investors from around the globe.
✔️ Meet the innovators and companies driving the future of environmentally friendly proteins.
✔️ Network with thought leaders transforming the alt-protein industry.
Grow and Promote
✔️ Showcase your technology or services to help accelerate the new agrarian revolution.
✔️ Expand your knowledge and professional horizons with actionable insights from industry experts.
✔️ Equip yourself with tools and ideas to advance your organization and create impactful change.
Meet Decision-Makers in these Sectors
Cell-Based Meat/Seafood
Meat Producers
Associations & NGOs
Molecular Farming
Alternative Dairy
Retail & Foodservice
Food & Beverage Brands
Flavors & Colors
Growth Media
Academics & Researchers
Food Manufacturing
Governmental Organizations
Equipment Providers
Plant-Based
Regulatory & Policy Experts
Public Health Organizations
Biotechnology & Fermentation
Certification & Food Safety
Ingredients & Inputs
Investors & VCs
Agricultural Industry
CDMO & Scale-Up Facilities
Automation & AI Specialists
Food-tech Startups
Who You will meet
Why Future of Protein Production Amsterdam?
Our event provides high-quality insights and unparalleled networking opportunities, making it Europe’s leading forum for accelerating the commercialization of alternative proteins.
The 2025 agenda will feature:
✔️ +100 expert speakers sharing the latest breakthroughs.
✔️Insightful panel discussions on key challenges and opportunities
✔️ An enhanced Startup Innovation Zone to drive innovation and collaboration.
October 29th & 30th 2025 | RAI, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Europe's meeting place for accelerating the commercialization of alternative proteins
Join Europe’s premier event for alternative proteins, bringing together +1,000 attendees and +60+ exhibitors to drive innovation and commercialization. The 2025 agenda features 100+ expert speakers, interactive panel discussions, and an expanded Startup Innovation Zone to accelerate industry growth
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February 24th & 25th 2026 | McCormick Place, Chicago, USA
The meeting place for accelerating the commercialization of alternative proteins in the Americas
With +400 delegates and +40 exhibitors, this industry-leading conference and exhibition showcases the latest breakthroughs accelerating the commercialization and scaling of alternative proteins. The 2026 agenda will feature +75 expert speakers, interactive panel discussions and a Startup Symposium
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Why Attend Future of Protein Production Amsterdam?
✅ Tackle Your Biggest Challenges – Participate in expert-led co-creation workshops designed to solve your business-critical issues.
✅ Stay Ahead of the Curve – Keep up with emerging trends, policy updates, and breakthrough innovations in alternative proteins.
✅ Engage in Impactful Discussions – Join audience-led, outcome-focused panels featuring top food-tech and business leaders to refine your commercial strategy.
✅ Expand Your Network – Connect with hundreds of like-minded professionals through structured networking sessions.
✅ Boost Your Professional Growth – Earn CPD accreditation and gain industry-recognized certification to enhance your expertise and career development.
Be part of the movement shaping the future of sustainable food! 🚀
Find Solutions to Your Biggest Challenges
🔍 Identify key companies, experts, and technologies that can help tackle your most pressing business challenges.
✅ Connect with industry leaders offering expert advice, innovative solutions, and cutting-edge products designed to solve your specific pain points.
📋 Build a personalized list of solution providers to gain insights, explore new opportunities, and drive your company forward.Unparalleled Networking Opportunities
🤝 Connect with the Best – Engage with the world’s top experts as they share insights, strategies, and real-world solutions in your field.💡 Gain Actionable Insights – Attend expert-led sessions and walk away with practical, ready-to-use tips to implement immediately.🎤 Interactive Discussions – Go beyond presentations—ask questions, exchange ideas, and collaborate with industry leaders and like-minded professionals.
Explore the Entire Market in Just Two Days
⏳ Save Time & Money – Skip the costly travel and meetings—meet clients, partners, and industry leaders all in one place.
🚀 See the Latest Innovations – Get first-hand access to cutting-edge technologies, products, and solutions shaping the future of alternative proteins.
🤝 Connect with Market Leaders – Engage with top decision-makers and discover new opportunities to accelerate your business growth.Join Free Workshops & Gain Hands-On Insights
🎯 Learn from Industry Experts – Get direct access to top professionals sharing real-world strategies and solutions.
🔬 Explore Cutting-Edge Technologies – See the latest innovations in alternative proteins up close.
🚀 Master Scaling & Commercialization – Discover practical approaches to growing your business and navigating regulations.
benefits of The Future of Protein Production Amsterdam
Expert speakers
Hear form industry-leading experts on the latest innovations
+14 hours of content
Exclusive presentations, panel discussions and lightning pitches in our Startup Symposiums
Product showcases
Exhibitors’ latest innovations offering new and improved solutions for future sustainable food applications
+8 hours of networking
Dedicated sessions for networking and group discussions over breakfast, lunch, coffee
Networking receptions
Join us and your fellow like-minded entrepreneurs, innovators and decision-makers for multiple networking opportunities to meet new partners and forge new business relationships
Conference proceedings
All presentations will be available to download as PDFs following the event, pending speaker permission
Sustainable venue
The award-winning RAI Amsterdam is one of the most sustainable conference centers in Europe, an crucial criteria for an event focusing on alt proteins
Make the most of Amsterdam
However long you spend in Amsterdam, you’re going to have a fantastic time exploring one of Europe’s most vibrant cities. It also received the highest score on the Schroders European Sustainable Cities Index
Meet Decision-Makers in these Sectors
Cell-Based Meat/Seafood
Meat Producers
Associations & NGOs
Molecular Farming
Alternative Dairy
Retail & Foodservice
Food & Beverage Brands
Flavors & Colors
Growth Media
Academics & Researchers
Food Manufacturing
Governmental Organizations
Equipment Providers
Plant-Based
Regulatory & Policy Experts
Public Health Organizations
Biotechnology & Fermentation
Certification & Food Safety
Ingredients & Inputs
Investors & VCs
Agricultural Industry
CDMO & Scale-Up Facilities
Automation & AI Specialists
Food-tech Startups
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