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SUMMARY:A unifying and friendly event to celebrate the end of 2023
DESCRIPTION:The Cluster Food & Nutrition and SVIAL-ASIAT invite you to an exciting afternoon at Domaine Notre-Dame de la Route! \nTake advantage of this wonderful opportunity to: \n• Meet the new members who have joined the Cluster Food & Nutrition in recent months\, and they will introduce themselves with a 3-minute pitch \n• Discover Domaine Notre-Dame de la Route\, an oasis of tranquility in the heart of the Fribourg area where professional reintegration goes hand in hand with respect for nature \n• Understand how existing science can debunk myths and support companies in developing and highlighting their contributions in the fields of nutrition and sustainability \n• Network with members of the Cluster Food & Nutrition and SVIAL-ASIAT during a friendly aperitif \nRegistration deadline: November 15\, 2023 \nWe look forward to welcoming many of you to this event\, which will bring together a diverse range of stakeholders in the agri-food ecosystem.
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/a-unifying-and-friendly-event-to-celebrate-the-end-of-2023/
LOCATION:Domaine Notre-Dame de la Route\, Chemin des Eaux Vives 17\, Villars-sur-Glâne\, Fribourg\, 1752\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cluster Food &amp%3B Nutrition":MAILTO:info@clusterfoodnutrition.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240312T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240312T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T144509
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SUMMARY:Joint Event Cluster Food & Nutrition x IT Valley
DESCRIPTION:On March 12\, join us for an immersive afternoon at L’Atelier (formerly the Gutenberg Museum)\, where the convergence of food and IT will come to life at our event in close collaboration with IT Valley. \nThe Food & Nutrition Cluster\, working in the agri-food sector since 2015\, has established itself as a regional and national networking platform. Its mission\, rooted in sustainability and innovation\, aims to strengthen collaboration between players in the agri-food ecosystem. IT Valley\, for its part\, federates information and communication technology professionals. By promoting the exchange of knowledge and skills\, the association boosts the competitiveness of regional SMEs and encourages the transfer of knowledge between academic and business circles. \nFrom 1:30pm\, immerse yourself in a captivating experience with a warm welcome and introductory words\, illustrating our shared commitment to creating a strong\, sustainable and innovative ecosystem. The day will revolve around carefully thought-out activities\, offering a glimpse of the new faces of the Food Cluster through dynamic pitches. \nEngage in a round-table discussion dedicated to digitalization in the agri-food sector\, exploring the opportunities offered by this convergence. The coffee break will be a privileged moment to exchange ideas and forge links with the players present. The second half of the afternoon will highlight an IT project in the agri-food sector\, bringing together academic and industrial skills. \nIT Valley members will then share their expertise through 3-minute pitches\, unveiling their innovative projects. Finally\, round off this enriching day with a networking aperitif\, while discovering the exhibition by artist Julien Kolly\, establishing a captivating link with digital art. \nOur event is more than just a get-together. It’s an opportunity to create synergies\, foster innovation and build lasting relationships between the worlds of agrifood and IT. Come and share your ideas\, explore new perspectives and contribute to the emergence of a promising agri-food and technological future. We look forward to welcoming you to a day of collaboration\, goodwill and discovery.
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/joint-event-cluster-food-nutrition-x-it-valley/
LOCATION:L’Atelier\, Pl. de Notre Dame 16\, Fribourg\, 1700\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240611T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240611T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T144509
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SUMMARY:Imagining the Packaging of the Future:  Sustainable Solutions Unwrapped 1.0
DESCRIPTION:The Valley’s State of Play events bring together the Swiss food innovation ecosystem to explore the opportunities related to key Impact Platform topics. This time\, together with Valley partners Nestlé and Tetra Pak\, we’ll be taking a deep dive into the world of sustainable materials for packaging. \nThe issue\nSince 2015\, the global population has increased by 10%\, while the global economy has consumed 70% more materials than what the planet can replenish. As little as 8.6% of materials abstracted are currently repurposed. A shift from the current model – “take-make-waste” – to a circular economy is needed to tackle climate change\, biodiversity loss\, waste and pollution. \nThe opportunity\nSustainable packaging is a multifaceted opportunity for a more sustainable food system with various environmental\, social\, and economic dimensions. It involves knowledge sharing and collaboration among different stakeholders\, including manufacturers\, retailers\, consumers\, and policymakers\, to work towards reducing the overall environmental impact of packaging materials and processes.  \nWhy you should join us\nThis event will take a deep dive into the world of sustainable materials for packaging\, exploring current innovations in alternatives to wood fibres for paper substrates and high-performing bio-based polymers\, enabling knowledge sharing and networking\, and identifying the most promising business opportunities and areas for collaboration between ecosystem actors. It will also bring together leading Swiss and EU experts and Swiss and international startups who will pitch during the event. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				The Agenda\n09:30  Coffee & Networking \n10:00   Welcome & Desired OutcomesFood packaging\, planetary boundaries and Switzerland’s roleChristina Senn-Jakobsen\, CEO – Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley \n10:10  State of Play of Sustainable Packaging Trends & Challenges\, Q&AFelix Grünewald\, Partner\, McKinsey \n10:50 Overview of Research & Innovation in Packaging & Sustainable Materials; Q&A \nAlternative Fibres \nNanocellulose from residual biomass for food packaging applicationDr. Gilberto Siqueira\, Research Scientist\, Empa \nAlternative high-performing bio-based polymers \nSide streams of agri-food Industry as an alternative packaging materialProf. Dr. Selçuk Yildirim\, ZHAW School of Life Sciences and Facility Management\, Centre for Food Production and Packaging \n11:20 Break: Coffee to go \n11:30 The EU Policy & Regulatory Context: the “Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation” : what implications?; Q&AHazel O’Keeffe\, Partner\, Keller and Heckman LLP \n12:10 Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley Partners: “Sustainable Packaging: the way ahead”Ingemar Jacobsson\, Director Material Solutions\, Development & Technology\, Tetra PakRob Hoitink\, R&D Packaging Lead\, Nestlé  \n12:30 Lunch & poster session for startups & academic innovation \n13:30 Focus on solutions – Introduction \nChristina Senn-Jakobsen\, CEO\, Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley \n13:35  “Modification of Polymers for High Performance Sustainable Plastics Solutions”  (10’) \nProf. Holger Frauenrath\, Laboratory of Macromolecular and Organic Materials (LMOM)\, Institute of Materials (IMX) at EPFL \n13:45  “Recent advances in R&D&I to further drive the implementations toward a bioeconomy” \nProf. Tomas Anderson\, Head of Key Accounts\, RISE \n13:55  Q&A \n14:05  Pitches from start-ups \n14:40  Interactive session \n15:00  Open mic discussion from all groups \n15:15  Final remarks\, lessons learnt & next steps \nIngemar Jacobsson\, Director Material Solutions\, Development & Technology\, Tetra Pak  \nRob Hoitink\, R&D Packaging Lead\, Nestlé  \nChristina Senn-Jakobsen\, CEO – Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley \n15:30  End \nWith support from : Bern Economic Development Agency \nGETTING THERE: \nBERNEXPO\, Entrance A \nSee general  map of the venue and more specific details to access Entrance A and Parking \nFor those arriving by car : parking rates are: first hour CHF 4.00\, CHF 2.00 per additional 30 minutes. daily maximum for 24 hours CHF 38.00 \nFor those arriving by train/tramt the nearest station is Wankdorf Center (3 min walk)  \n 
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/imagining-the-packaging-of-the-future-sustainable-solutions-unwrapped-1-0/
LOCATION:BERNEXPO AG\, Mingerstrasse 6\, Bern\, Bern\, 3000\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event,SFNV event,Valley partners only
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley":MAILTO:events@sfnv.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240702T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240702T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T144509
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SUMMARY:SFNV Valley After Hours at Grangeneuve\, co-hosted with État de Fribourg & Agroscope
DESCRIPTION: Join us for Valley After Hours at beautiful Grangeneuve co-hosted with État de Fribourg and Agroscope on Tuesday July 2. This exclusive networking event will be a treat to engage your minds in the dynamics of Agrifood systems plus a short onsite tour of the Grangeneuve infrastructure. \nValley After Hours is curated by SFNV partners for SFNV partners to amplify networking and collaboration opportunities in an informal setting. Expect to meet a mix of SFNV partners\, investors\, industry experts\, and a room full of curious minds from the Swiss food tech ecosystem. \nHow to get there? Here is a useful site map to find your way. \nMeeting point is at the main building : R – Acceuil \nAgenda \n16:30  –  Arrival\, coffee & refreshments \n16:45 –  Welcome by SFNV & presentations \n\n “Agroscope – The National Competence Center for Research in the Agriculture and Food Sector – an overview about our system approach in research and a glimpse into the future with exciting new capabilities at our new research campus in Posieux”\n\nMr. Fabian Wahl\, Head of “Food Microbial Systems” Research Division\, Agroscope \n\n“The future of the dairy industry in the Canton of Fribourg”\n\nMr. Pascal Toffel\, Director and Mr. Thomas Rime\, Head of the Development and Innovation sector\, Grangeneuve \n\n“Fribourg Agri & Food strategy\, the interplay of public policies at federal\, cantonal and municipal levels supporting the development of an exemplary food ecosystem”\n\nMr. Jerry Krattiger\, Director\, Fribourg Development Agency \n17:20 – Round Table: the future of dairy in the context of an evolving food system \n18:00 – Grangeneuve Site-visit \n18:40 – Networking – Apéro offered by Grangeneuve’s kitchen with the label “Fourchette verte” and is approved “Terroir Fribourg”  \n19:30 – End of event \n For any questions\, contact events@sfnv.ch
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/sfnv-valley-after-hours-at-grangeneuve-co-hosted-with-etat-de-fribourg-agroscope/
LOCATION:Grangeneuve\, Rte de Grangeneuve 31\, Posieux\, Fribourg\, 1725\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event,SFNV event,Valley partners only
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240909T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240909T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T144509
CREATED:20240619T115541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T103722Z
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SUMMARY:Wonders of Taste and SFNV Valley After Hours hosted by Givaudan
DESCRIPTION:AGENDA\nPart 1: Wonders of Taste by Givaudan\n14:00 – Arrival & Registration \n14:15 – The Wonders of Taste Opening \nWelcome by Alex Bastos\, Givaudan Head Front End Innovation \n14:30 – Masschallenge Startups to convince the Shark Tank \nSelected startups come back\, now with tailored and sharp pitches: Specialty novel ingredients\, micro-algae\, fermentation\, cost effective tools\, upcycling\, nutrition\, sustainable materials and more \n\n\nAlgaeforFood\nAngry Camel\nCellX Biosolutions\nEcoBean\nFOTORTEC\nChange Bio\nSeaqure labs\nMyriad Optics\nReify Nutrition\nRosalind Bioculture\nUpdairy\nVeritas\nYeastime\n\n\n16:00 – How to REALLY accelerate foodtech nowadays \nA panel discussion between startups\, investors and corporates on how to move the needle and create more successful storiesClosing & Thank you’s \n16:30 – Networking \nStartups\, accelerators\, investors\, B2C\, B2B corporate innovators \n \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nPart 2: SFNV Valley After Hours\n16:45 – Arrival & Registration \n17:00 – Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley After Hours \nWelcome by Christina Senn-Jakobsen\, CEO\, SFNV \n17:10 – Keynote :: Back to the Future… of Food \nSarah Diaz\, Global  Marketing Manager Culinary\, Givaudan will present an exciting and inspiring trip to the future\, leveraging the latest AI based futurescaping platforms of Givaudan\, looking at trends and weak signals which will shape up the food of the future \n17:30 – SFNV Power-pitches \nHear from SFNV Startups for 1 min pitches and have the opportunity to network and try samples during the apéro. \n\nActidot\nCleangreens\nfoodflows\nSaya Suka\n\n17:40 – ZIC Tour :: Travelling to the Future \nAn exciting tour through the Givaudan Zurich Innovation Center\, its capabilities\, tools\, products and technologies emerging and designing what consumers may be eating in the future \n19:00 – Apéro\, Networking & Power Pitches \nAttention to Valley Partners : Do you want to take part in informal power pitches? Do you want to contribute some tasty samples or products during the apéro? Please contact us and let’s make it happen.  \nAbout Valley After Hours:  a curated event by SFNV partners for SFNV partners to amplify networking and collaboration opportunities in an informal setting. Expect to meet a mix of industry experts from large enterprises\, academia\, innovation enablers\, SME’s and a room full of curious minds from the Swiss food tech ecosystem. The power of this event will not be in a PowerPoint but in the interactive in-person networking exchange. It is also an opportunity for the hosts to spotlight their organisation and give a sneak peek into innovation worth sharing. \nWould you like to host the next Valley After Hours? Please reach out to our team !
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/sfnv-valley-after-hours/
LOCATION:Givaudan International\, Kemptpark 50\, Kemptthal\, 8310\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event,Ecosystem event,SFNV event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley":MAILTO:events@sfnv.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T144509
CREATED:20240906T073645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T064546Z
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SUMMARY:ZFV-Living Lab Innovation Call |  Online
DESCRIPTION:Agenda\n1. Welcome and Introduction  \nPresented by Katarzyna Winek\, Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley \n2. ZFV Operations – Understand the daily business of gastronomy and the hotel industry and its challenges \nPresented by Christian Gerber\, ZFV-Unternehmungen  \n3. ZFV-Living Lab (ZLL) – Project Presentation \nPresented by Christian Gerber\, ZFV-Unternehmungen \n4. Startup Presentations – 1 minute elevator pitch per startup \n\nEstablishing the connection to the ZFV business\nDiscussion: How can your solution help ZFV? \nEvaluating the relevance of the solution\n\n5. Discussion and Q&A \n6. Conclusion and Next Steps
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/zfv-living-lab-innovation-call-online/
LOCATION:Online event
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley":MAILTO:events@sfnv.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240930T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T144509
CREATED:20240906T073715Z
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SUMMARY:ZFV-Living Lab Innovation Call |  Online
DESCRIPTION:Agenda\n1. Welcome and Introduction  \nPresented by Katarzyna Winek\, Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley \n2. ZFV Operations – Understand the daily business of gastronomy and the hotel industry and its challenges \nPresented by Christian Gerber\, ZFV-Unternehmungen  \n3. ZFV-Living Lab (ZLL) – Project Presentation \nPresented by Christian Gerber\, ZFV-Unternehmungen \n4. Startup Presentations – 1 minute elevator pitch per startup \n\nEstablishing the connection to the ZFV business\nDiscussion: How can your solution help ZFV?\nEvaluating the relevance of the solution\n\n5. Discussion and Q&A \n6. Conclusion and Next Steps
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/zfv-living-lab-innovation-call-online2/
LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84699166920
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20241030T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20241030T163000
DTSTAMP:20260426T144509
CREATED:20240911T092234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T092234Z
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SUMMARY:Food Day @ETH Workshop: Ultra-Processed Foods: Myths\, Facts\, and Future Role
DESCRIPTION:Register HERE \nIn collaboration with Food Day @ETH: For researchers\, industry\, start-ups & investors with expert knowledge or interest in ultra-processed foods. \nThe debate over Ultra-Processed Foods (UPFs) often polarizes into two extremes: outright rejection of UPFs as harmful or full acceptance due to their practicality. During the interactive workshop around this complex issue\, experts will shed light on both aspects\, providing insights into the multifaceted nature of UPFs\, and participants will be encouraged to engage actively in the dialogue. \nKey questions that will be explored include: What are the scientific facts and misconceptions about the health impacts of UPFs? How can UPFs contribute to global food security\, and what risks do they pose? What regulatory frameworks are necessary to ensure their safe and ethical production and consumption? What drives the increasing consumption of UPFs\, and what strategies can be employed to promote healthier alternatives? Finally\, what innovations can make UPFs both healthier and more environmentally sustainable? \nThis workshop offers all the opportunity to collaboratively address the challenges and opportunities that UPFs present. The goal is to ensure equitable access to safe\, nutritious\, and affordable food while considering the broader implications for global food systems. Through thoughtful exploration of health\, regulation\, food security\, and innovation\, the workshop aims to advance understanding of the role of UPFs in our diets. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/food-day-eth-workshop-ultra-processed-foods-myths-facts-and-future-role/
LOCATION:Bern
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event,Ecosystem event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20241204T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20241204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T144509
CREATED:20230613T104218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T113214Z
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SUMMARY:State of Play Cultured Foods 2.0
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCultured foods offer a promising solution to some of the most pressing food system challenges. They also present a very significant market opportunity: experts predict that by 2050 cultured food could be a $1.1 trillion dollar industry\, creating 9.8 million new jobs globally. \nSince our first State of Play event back in 2023\, the trends\, technologies and legislative environment in this space have continued to evolve and many Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley partners are now actively involved in developing new solutions in this space. \nAt the same time\, The Cultured Hub\, a “Scale-up as a service” facility\, jointly created by Valley partners Bühler and Givaudan\, together with Migros\, is now ready to open its doors. \nOur second State of Play event will bring Swiss and international experts together again to consider what we can do to accelerate cultured food to market. \nProgramme \n09:30 – Welcome & Networking Coffee \nSETTING THE SCENE \n10:00 – Welcome to Cultured Food 2.0\, Christina Senn-Jakobsen\, CEO\, Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley \n10:10 – The Swiss vision for cultured foods\, Yannick Gächter\, CEO\, The Cultured Hub  \n10:20 – From policy to plate: Legal developments for novel foods in Switzerland\, Ralph Langholz\, Swiss Protein Association \n10:30 – The global lens: Where are we heading? Carlotte Lucas\, Head of Industry\, The Good Food Institute Europe \n10:40 – Audience Q&A\, &Discussion with speakers \n10:55 – Networking break \n11:10 – When tradition meets innovation\, campfire discussion with Illtud Dunsford\, CEO and CoFounder of Cellular Agriculture Ltd \n11:45 – Networking Lunch \nDISCOVERING PERSPECTIVES \n13:00 – Consumer Acceptance: Cultured Food vs Food Culture\, Christine Schäfer\, Senior Researcher\, GDI Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute \n13:20 – A Swiss startup’s journey\, Simona Fehlmann\, Co-Founder & CEO\, Sallea \n13:40 – Savoring Innovation: The Journey and Taste of Cultivated Meat\, Ira van Eeleen\, Co-founder / CEO / Board member\, RESPECTfarms / KindEarth.Tech / Cellulaire Agricultur Nederland \n14:25 – Audience Q&A\, &Discussion with speakers \n14:40 – Quick Break \n14:45 – Co-creation for future outcomes Workshop \n15:30 – Tour of the Cultured Hub (optional) \n16:00 – End \n Why join us? \n\nNetwork and share knowledge with cultured food innovators\nUnderstand how the legal framework is evolving\nVisit the new Cultured Hub in Kemptthal\nGet inspired by innovative startups\nExplore how we can team up to accelerate progress\n\nEach Valley Partner can benefit from up to 2 complimentary tickets. \n 
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/state-of-play-switzerland-future-proteins-the-pathway-to-cultured-foods-2-0/
LOCATION:Motorworld – The Valley Eventfactory\, Kemptpark 3\, Kemptthal\, Zurich\, 8310\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event,SFNV event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250318T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250318T173000
DTSTAMP:20260426T144509
CREATED:20241216T142548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T083417Z
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SUMMARY:State of Play | Side stream valorisation
DESCRIPTION:Our next State of Play event will explore where Switzerland stands today when it comes to side stream valorisation. Join us to meet the Swiss innovators who are developing innovative circular approaches and discover how companies can use their insights to create more sustainable business models. \nWhat?\nSide stream valorisation is all about finding new ways to transform by-products from food processing waste streams into new\, high-value products. \nWhy now?\n\nPolicy momentum is growing: In line with the EU Farm to Fork Strategy\, Switzerland has set an ambitious goal to halve food waste by 2030. Side stream valorisation has a key role to play in achieving these targets.\nTechnology is enabling new possibilities: Innovations in bioprocessing\, fermentation\, and precision drying are making it easier than ever to upcycle side streams into nutritious\, functional ingredients.\nSustainability is shaping consumer choices: Consumer interest in sustainable food products is rising\, with many brands incorporating upcycled ingredients into snacks\, plant-based proteins\, and functional foods.\nCircular approaches are unlocking new business models: Side stream valorisation can cut CO₂ emissions while reducing costs and creating new revenue streams\, making sustainability a win-win strategy.\n\nMeet our speakers\n\nHere’s who will be sharing their insights: \n\nLinda Grieder-Kern\, Founder & CEO\, Rethink Resource\nNicolas Dorsaz\, Technology & Startup Scouting (Europe)\, Bühler Group\nWilliam Beiskjayer and Vincent Vida\, Co-founder & COO\, Upgrain\nFlavio Hagenbuch\, Co-founder\, Luya\nTiffany Abitbol\, Assistant Professor at EPFL in the Institute of Materials (IMX)\, EFPL\nTatjana Nebel\, Project Lead\, StreamUp\, United Against Waste Schweiz\nAurèle Meyer\, CEO\, Brauerei Locher AG\nClemens Rüttimann\, Mentor & Food Hub Wädenswil\nDoris Erne\, Founder & CEO\, Wheycation\nKarin Friedli\, Deputy Managing Director\, Circunis\nFabian Weinländer\, Chief Transformation Officer\, Blattmann Schweiz AG\n\nJoin us to dive deeper\n\nExplore how technology is transforming food by-products into high-value ingredients\nUncover real-world success stories and new collaboration opportunities\nNetwork with innovators from across the Swiss ecosystem\nTaste their products for yourself\n\nProgramme schedule\n\n\n\n13:30\nWelcome &  Arrivals\n\n\n14:00\nWelcome remarks\, Sidestream valorisation\nChristina Senn-Jakobsen\, CEO\, SFNV\n\n\n14:10\nSetting the Scene on sidestreams \nLinda Grieder-Kern\, Founder & CEO\, RethinkResource\n\n\n14:20\nExploring the solutions Technology  as an enabler\nNicolas Dorsaz\, Technology & Startup Scouting\, Bühler Group\n\n\n14:30\nHow Upgrain Transforms Brewers’ Spent Grain \nWilliam Beiskjayer\, Co-founder & COO\, Upgrain\n\n\n14:40\nUpcycling Beer Sidestreams: From Brewery to Brewbee\nAurèle Meyer\, CEO\, Brauerei Locher AG\n\n\n14:50\nEat better\, live better: Connecting taste\, health and sustainability by upcycling side streams\nFlavio Hagenbuch\, Co-CEO & Co-founder\, Luya Foods\n\n\n15:00\nWaste-to-Taste: Transforming Wet Byproducts of the Food Industry into New Nutritious Foods\nProf. Tiffany Abitbol\, EPFL\n\n\n15:10\nQA with all\n\n\n15:20\nNetworking Break\n\n\n15:35\nPanel Discussion “StreamUp – Grow your food\, save impact”\nTatjana Nebel (moderator) – with Streamup!\n\n\n16:05\nTransforming  glucose from potato sidestreams\nFabian Weinländer\, Chief Transformation Officer\, Blattmann Schweiz AG\n\n\n16:15\nMini-break\n\n\n16:20\nDeep Dive tables\n\n\n17:00\nClosing\nChristina Senn-Jakobsen\, CEO\, SFNV\n\n\n17:05\n“Taste the Waste” \, 1-min Sidestream product pitches and networking\n\n\n18:00\nEnd of Event\n\n\n\n\n\nEach Valley partner can benefit from two complimentary tickets. Other companies can join the event by buying a ticket via the link below.\nWith support from :
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/state-of-play-valorisation-of-sidestreams/
LOCATION:Welle 7\, Schanzenstrasse 5\, Bern\, 3008\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event,SFNV event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley":MAILTO:events@sfnv.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250410T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250410T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T144509
CREATED:20250211T154521Z
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SUMMARY:SFNV Valley After Hours hosted by House of Lab Science
DESCRIPTION:Join this Valley After Hours for the Grand Opening of House of Lab Science in The Valley! \nThe wait is over! On April 10th from 5:00 PM\, House of Lab Science officially opens its doors in The Valley Kemptthal—and you’re invited! \nExperience your ideal R&D lab space\, connect with incredible companies and discover exciting collaboration opportunities at this vibrant innovation hub. \nREGISTER HERE \nAGENDA \n\n\n17:00 – 17:30 – Doors Open \n\n\n\n\n17:30 – 17:40 – Welcome Note – Oana Monica Vrabie\, Co-founder House of Lab Science \nIntroduction to the new location at The Valley Kemptthal. Vision and mission of House of Lab Science. Importance of innovation ecosystems in biotech and food tech. \n\n\n\n\n17:45 – 18:15 – Panel Discussion: How to build the Next Global Biotech/Foodtech Champion \nDiscussion on Topics: Scaling innovations from lab to global markets. Securing funding and investment for growth. Building strategic partnerships and collaborations \n\n\n\nChristina Senn-Jakobsen\,CEO @ SFNV\nAlexandre Bastos\, Head of Ventures @ Givaudan\nPascal Bieri\, Co-founder @ Planted\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n18:15 – 18:30 – Ending Remarks\, Christian Hugo Hoffmann\, CEO @ HLS \n\n\n\n\n18:30 – 20:30 Lab Tours & Apero Riche \n\n\n  \nThe House of Lab Science is expanding\, bringing the innovative Lab as a Service concept to Kemptthal. The  state-of-the-art bio lab spaces are designed for Startups seeking flexibility\, efficiency\, and innovation\, not only reduces operational costs but also accelerating time-to-market for groundbreaking technologies. \nBe part of this milestone event! Connect with industry leaders\, explore the new space\, and discover how House of Lab Science can support your growth. \nREGISTER HERE \n  \nValley After Hours is curated by SFNV partners for SFNV partners to amplify networking and collaboration opportunities in an informal setting. Expect to meet a mix of SFNV partners\, investors\, industry experts\, and a room full of curious minds from the Swiss food tech ecosystem. Do you want to host the next Valley After Hours? Reach out to events@sfnv.ch
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/sfnv-valley-after-hours-hosted-by-house-of-lab-science/
LOCATION:House of Lab Science\, The Valley\, Kemptpark 2\,\, Kemptthall\, 8310\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event,SFNV event,Valley partners only
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley":MAILTO:events@sfnv.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250513T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T144509
CREATED:20241216T172216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T095317Z
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SUMMARY:SFNV Valley After Hours hosted by COSAIC (formerly Cultivated Biosciences)
DESCRIPTION: Join this Valley After Hours at the Horgen Innovation Labs hosted by COSAIC (formerly Cultivated Biosciences) as part of the official Side Event for Hack Summit. \nGet ready to dive into the future of food at Cultivated’s brand-new laboratory space. Hosted by the scientific team\, this event is your chance to explore the innovative world of Cultivated Biosciences. \n🚀 – Interactive Discussion Sessions – Exchange ideas with fellow innovators and Valley Partners \n🔬 – Lab Tour(s)– Get an insider’s look at our latest prototyping and experience our emulsion \n🥂 – Lively Networking – Connect with industry peers over drinks & bitesBe part of this exciting event where you can discover Cultivated’s innovations connect with  with industry leaders\, explore the new space\, and discover how House of Lab Science can support your growth. \nREGISTER HERE to confirm your attendance \n  \n  \n\nValley After Hours is curated by SFNV partners for SFNV partners to amplify networking and collaboration opportunities in an informal setting. Expect to meet a mix of SFNV partners\, investors\, industry experts\, and a room full of curious minds from the Swiss food tech ecosystem. Do you want to host the next Valley After Hours? Reach out to events@sfnv.ch
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/sfnv-valley-after-hours-hosted-by-cultivated-biosciences/
LOCATION:Horgen Labs Innovation Campus\, Bachtobelstrasse 5\, Horgen\, Zurich\, 8810\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event,SFNV event,Valley partners only
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley":MAILTO:events@sfnv.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251119T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T144509
CREATED:20241216T125811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T122132Z
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SUMMARY:Igeho 2025: A leading Swiss platform for hospitality innovation
DESCRIPTION:Igeho is Switzerland’s premier international trade show for the hotel\, catering\, food service\, and hospitality industries. Serving as a dynamic live marketing platform\, Igeho provides delegates with a comprehensive overview of market trends\, valuable networking opportunities to foster new business connections\, and insights into the latest innovations shaping the future of hospitality. \nCalling all Startups! Become an Igeho Rising Star 🌟\nSFNV has teamed up with Igeho\, Switzerland”s largest and premier international trade show for the hotel\, catering\, food service\, and hospitality industries to host a Food Innovation Tech area and support the Igeho Rising Star Award. \nThe Igeho Rising Star competition gives fifteen (15) Startups  a free exhibit both to showcase their products and solutions over 5 days at the largest industry platform (tradeshow) in Switzerland. Making contacts with investors\, sponsors and some of the biggest players in the Swiss retail market. \nSuccessful Startups will:  \n\nReceive a free booth and exhibition space in the Food Innovation Tech area\nPitch to compete in the public vote and be considered for the finals of the Rising Star Award\n\nA public vote will then determine which five startups can go on to pitch their businesses to a jury of industry leaders. \nThe 5 finalists will present their startups in an exciting elevator pitch. A professional jury of industry leaders will award the winner\, who will not only receive a cash prize money but also enjoy heightened media exposure and exclusive additional benefits. \nWho can apply?  \nWe’re looking for startups with innovative ideas in foodtech that can help shape the future of the hospitality and food service sectors. Partner with us and our network to showcase your groundbreaking solutions and drive a more future-focused food system!  \nWhy you we’d love you to join us \n\nConnect with colleagues from across the entire Swiss supply chain and a global audience of industry professionals and decision-makers. \nShowcase your innovation\, gather valuable feedback\, and develop partnerships to accelerate your growth. \nGain insight into emerging trends and stay ahead in a competitive market. \nGet featured in the Igeho’s media coverage and share your story with our media partners \n\nSUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION & IMPORTANT DEADLINES \n\nAbout Igeho\nIgeho is considered the most important international industry platform for hotels\, catering\, take-away and care in Switzerland. As a live marketing platform\, Igeho offers the hospitality industry a comprehensive overview of the market\, interesting networking opportunities and new inspiration on all aspects of hospitality. The first edition of Igeho took place in November 1965 in Basel – at that time still under the name “Internationale Fachmesse für Gemeinschaftsverpflegung”. Since its inception\, the trade fair has been held biennially in Basel\, with the exception of 2021 due to the Covid pandemic. Communal catering continues to play an important role\, but the hotel\, restaurant and take-away sectors were also added over the years. Today\, Igeho is the largest meeting place for the hospitality industry in Switzerland.
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/igeho-2025-a-leading-swiss-platform-for-hospitality-innovation/
LOCATION:Bern
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event,Ecosystem event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251118T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T144509
CREATED:20250915T131752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T204002Z
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SUMMARY:Igeho Rising Star Awards 2025
DESCRIPTION:Finale: Igeho Rising Star Award 2025\nAt the grand finale of the Igeho Rising Star Award 2025\, the five finalists will showcase their groundbreaking innovations to the audience before facing questions from the expert jury. \nLaunched in 2023\, the Igeho Rising Star Award celebrates and supports founders and start-ups in the hospitality sector. Now in its second edition\, five pioneering start-ups – Catchfree\, Circunis\, Foodflows\, GoNina\, and Yumame Foods — have reached the final round. One of them will be crowned the winner and receive the prestigious award along with prize money. \nThe jury includes industry leaders and experts such as Pascal Bieri (Planted Co-Founder)\, Prof. Dr. Claus-Heinrich Daub (FHNW)\, Marina Helm Romaneschi (Swiss Food Research)\, Christine Schäfer (Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute)\, Rebecca Clopath (Alpine Chef)\, and Christian Gerber (ZFV Group). \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nMore information can be found on the Igeho website in German and French.
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/igeho-rising-star-awards-2025-the-final-pitch/
LOCATION:Messe Basel\, Messeplatz 10\, Basel\, 4058\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251124T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20251124T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T144509
CREATED:20251007T114148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T114621Z
UID:10000219-1763992800-1763998200@swissfoodnutritionvalley.com
SUMMARY:Navigating in the Food and Feed Regulatory Jungle
DESCRIPTION:This webinar organized by the Finnish Food ecosystem program Valio Food 2.0 in collaboration with Medfiles\, BioSafe and Sweco Finland is your chance to learn how to effectively navigate in the EU food and feed regulatory landscape. \nNumerous food and feed regulations impact food business operators in the area. When developing new sustainable food and feed ingredients\, companies—from startups to international food and feed enterprises—must understand the regulatory landscape and its requirements. In this webinar\, experienced experts from consulting firms will share their insights on various topics. Additionally\, we will hear a practical case example of a novel food application process from the applicant.
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/navigating-in-the-food-and-feed-regulatory-jungle/
LOCATION:Bern
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Finland Valio Food 2.0 Ecosystem":MAILTO:veera.virtanen@valio.fi
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260324T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260324T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T144509
CREATED:20260217T092530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T093419Z
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SUMMARY:Meet Innosuisse
DESCRIPTION:You are an entrepreneur\, part of an SME or a research organisation and would like to better navigate the landscape of the Swiss Innovation Agency Innosuisse? Join our introduction webinar on Innosuisse and the opportunities they provide in this compact\, 1-hour webinar. \nWho’s leading it? The sessions are co-hosted by Innosuisse and SFNV \nWho should join? Valley Partners\, either from startups\, SME’s or research organisations curious about Innosuisse \nKind regards\,\nThe Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley Team
URL:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/meet-innosuisse/
LOCATION:https://swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/meet-innosuisse/
CATEGORIES:Co-hosted event,Valley partners only
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley":MAILTO:events@sfnv.ch
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