Events

On December 17, the Ernest Lluc Hall of the Ministry of Health will host a conference organized by the Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) on various aspects of the control of Listeria monocytogenes in food and the challenges it poses for food safety. Registrations are reopened due to increased capacity. A link to follow the event online will be published a few days before the event, for which registration is not required. Final program

New consumer trends are evolving rapidly, driven by changes in technology, sustainability and consumer preferences. Consumers are increasingly concerned about the environmental impact of their purchases, and mental and physical health is a priority, favoring the consumption of products that promote well-being, healthy foods and self-care experiences. New alternative ingredients are being introduced into food manufacturing, food analogues (meat) whose consumption is decreasing, as well as new cooking/consumption practices that could have a direct impact on consumer food safety. The webinar “Shelf life of food: adapting to new consumer trends” to be held on December 10 will present these changes in habits and new developments, as well as their associated microbiological and physical-chemical risks and how to deal with them. Goals To raise awareness about new purchasing, consumption and cooking habits, as well as new alternative ingredients and similar foods, according to the latest AINIA 2024 Barometer. To delve deeper into the microbiological risks associated with new food consumption trends. To delve deeper into the physical-chemical risks associated with new ingredients and analogous foods. Addressed to R&D and Quality technicians from food companies. Webinar for professionals only. Methodology 1h15 webinar, starting at 11:00 CET (Spanish time) and ending at 12:15. Registration closes on December 9th at 16:00 . After registering, you will receive a first confirmation email from us, and another from the GoToWebinar platform with the link to connect. If you have not received it the day before, please contact us. Program Introduction and presentation of the AINIA Consumer Barometer «Microbiological shelf-life studies. Risks associated with new consumption habits». Laura Verdú, Microbiology Laboratory. Food Quality and Safety, AINIA «Physical-chemical shelf-life studies. Stability of foods with new ingredients». Sandra Leiva, Chemical Laboratory. Food Quality and Safety, AINIA Questions and conclusions

The 1st National Meeting of Young People and Hosts participating in the Cultiva Program will take place in Madrid on November 27. This program promoted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food provides young people from rural areas with access to on-site training, guided by the managers of model farms, examples of good practices and the implementation of innovation in the sector. In order to bring together the participants of the CULTIVA Programme (young people, hosts of model farms and management entities) from the 2020 to 2023 editions, and to create a network among all of them to discuss this initiative and the generational change in the agricultural sector, this meeting will take place, which will include discussion panels and activities that promote the exchange of experiences. REGISTRATION until Friday, November 15th.

On the verge of its 40th edition, BioCultura Madrid will once again show that “bio” is not/was not a fad and that it is here to stay. The fair will be held in November at the Feria de Madrid-Ifema venue. The sectors will be: Organic food; Certified eco-natural cosmetics and hygiene; Healthy home; Sustainable fashion; Eco Lifestyle; Health and Wellbeing, NGOs… It is expected that 400 exhibitors will participate and that more than 50,000 visitors will once again be expected. More than 300 activities will be held in parallel to the exhibition. Ángeles Parra, director of the fair, commented that “it would be very difficult to summarise these almost 40 years of fairs, activism, rebellion and social awareness. We have never been a fad. Time has proved us right. The future will be ecological or it will not be.”

The 2nd Congress on Food Safety and Sustainability will take place in Valladolid on November 11 and 12. This event will address issues such as: Sustainability: How can we adapt sustainability to our food business? What tangible benefits will we gain? Food Safety: Crisis management and primary production. Culture and Soft Skills: How to establish changes that will land Culture throughout the company? Can a Culture plan prevent you from losing a certification in your company? Digitalisation and Artificial Intelligence: The use of Artificial Intelligence is adapting to many sectors. What tools are available to the food sector that will really benefit us? PROGRAM

The second edition of the Ontzi: Basque Food Packaging Innovation Hub meeting will soon be held, a key event that will bring together the main players in the food packaging sector, focused on sustainability and innovation. This meeting is an excellent opportunity to strengthen professional networks and foster collaboration towards a sustainable transition in the food industry. Organised by ontzi | Basque Food Packaging Innovation Hub, the event will feature an exhibition area and a space for conferences and round tables where experts will share knowledge and discuss the challenges and opportunities of the industry. This is an essential step towards a more sustainable future in the food sector.

The 57th edition of the Lorca livestock, industrial and agri-food fair, SEPOR, will be held on October 28, 29, 30 and 31, 2024 in Lorca, Murcia Its programme includes the presentation of new products and solutions for the sector, as well as an extensive programme of conferences and talks.

Fruit Attraction is the meeting point for fruit and vegetable professionals. Fruit Attraction has become the reference commercial tool for the WORLDWIDE marketing of fruit and vegetables . Its capacity to promote global exports in the sector makes it the commercial connection point for all the professionals that make up the entire value chain, in addition to having consolidated itself as a framework for innovation in the fruit and vegetable market.

The 13th edition of the World Rabbit Congress will be held from 2 to 4 October in Tarragona PROGRAM

Iberflora is the great professional gardening event . The largest commercial and educational offer within the business of plants, flowers, landscaping, gardening, technology and DIY gardening in the professional calendar of the sector. To consult the event program click here

From September 18 to 19, 2024 , the National Food Center, dependent on the Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN), will host a Symposium on Materials in Contact with Food at its headquarters in Majadahonda (Madrid). The event is organized by the European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines and Healthcare (EDQM) , belonging to the Council of Europe and the AESAN , under the title “Recent developments in food contact materials and articles”. The event is intended for all professionals in the food contact materials industry , official control laboratories, European and national authorities, as well as national policy makers. Participation in person is free of charge (subject to registration and availability) for staff of the competent national authorities, European authorities and representatives of official control laboratories; while for in-person attendees from the private sector it will cost €400 per delegate. PROGRAM

From 10 to 13 September 2024 , Edinburgh will become the capital of agricultural advice. The city will host the respective annual sessions of the three main European rural advice networks (IALB, EUFRAS and SEASN) that come together to form this major event with the motto "Adapting to zero emissions" for 2024. The event thus consolidates its position as the largest agricultural advice and consultancy conference in Europe. 63rd IALB, 13th EUFRAS and 10th SEASN 2024 Conferences The aim of the conference is to bring together consultants from across Europe to explore how different countries integrate education and research with consultancy to deliver best practice and achieve truly effective information and innovation transfer . This year, the programme promises an interesting mix of inspiration, learning, networking and knowledge for delegates. Through a variety of workshops, keynote lectures, cultural exhibitions, tourism experiences and networking opportunities, the conference will explore Scotland's agricultural system and how it builds and leverages relationships between people working in the rural economy and those in research, education and consultancy, to improve the sustainability of rural land use in Scotland. Field demonstrations A key aspect of the conference is the specialized field days , with a variety of tours covering topics such as "Environmental Initiatives, Organic and Diversified Agriculture" or "Technology and Performance Improvement in Livestock Businesses." In addition, attendees can participate with their panels/posters to present their projects , plans, educational and advisory methods, and new ideas related to this year's central theme. PROGRAM | WORKSHOPS | REGISTRATION OPEN UNTIL AUGUST 16

In-person and online congress where technicians and farmers will have the opportunity to delve deeper into the image that society has of the beef cattle sector and what levers should be activated to reverse preconceived ideas. Streaming of the Congress PROGRAM | REGISTRATION | LOCATION | CONTACT: congresointernacionalvacuno@gmail.com

This is the fourth and last of their series of webinars on the role of the agri-food sector in the European Union. A series of talks that focus on the more strategic vision of the sector in terms of its policies, profitability, the farms themselves and the people who are part of the sector. On June 25, the day will take place that addresses an open debate on the role of innovation and new technologies . It will feature the direct participation of young farm owners and agri-food industries. The following will participate in the webinar: Ignacio Atance Muñiz, Director of the Research Department of Grupo Cajamar. Marcos Garcés Lizama, Farmer and head of the Agricultural Youth of COAG. Marta Llorente, cattle breeder and farmer. Andrés Montoya Sánchez, Director at Bio Campojoyma. Miguel Antona San Millán, Managing Director of INNOPORC. Manuel Lainez Andrés, Director of Innovation and Agri-Food Development at Cajamar.

Professionals from all over the world and expert speakers will present the latest scientific advances in all areas of poultry farming. The Congress will also feature a space for trade exhibitions, as well as satellite conferences for scientific dissemination by the most active companies in the European poultry sector. SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM | Registration | Location | Information and contact 34 963 528 181 | info@epc2024.com

The 34th edition of IFAMA 2024 Spain is an event organized by the International Federation of Agricultural Management Associations (IFAMA) that includes a Symposium, Case Study Competition and a Business Forum in which ideas and cutting-edge developments are shared on topics such as the evolution and transformation of production, economic competitiveness and sustainability through legislation and social impact. PROGRAM | VIDEO | TICKETS

Technical day to update and implement the concepts of initial validation, verification and re-analysis of the HACCP System (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) CONTENT | INSCRIPTION

Meat Industry Fair where meat lovers, experts in the field and the latest trends in technology and products come together to offer you a unique experience of discovery and collaboration in the exciting world of the Meat Industry. To consult the program click here

In this edition more than 30 national and international speakers will develop a novel and interesting program that will address topics of interest to the sector, whose future is conditioned by factors such as the increase in raw material prices, the cost of energy and fuels. , international trade, and many other issues that will entail changes in the productive structure of the ham sector in the long term. DOSIER | REGISTRATION | CONTACT: 917217929 info@congresomundialdeljamon.es

F&A Next is an event about thought leadership and connecting promising startups and scale-ups with dedicated Food & Agtech investors and leading corporations. Includes two days of networking, presentations and discussions on the dynamics of food and agriculture.