About the event
This event will foster cross-sector collaboration, bringing together a diverse community of agrifood and agri-tech experts to exchange ideas, forge strategic partnerships, and explore innovation opportunities. Companies and innovators will showcase their pioneering products and technologies, providing attendees the chance to connect with key players in the industry, investors, and potential future partners who are looking to explore and adopt innovation.
Why attend?
Attendees will have the opportunity to:
- Meet key stakeholders operating in the food system and discuss working better together.
- Hear about business and finance models that support sustainable farming practices.
- Explore agri-tech innovations, including Innovate UK funded projects, that can accelerate progressive regenerative agriculture and improve food security.
- Discover the strategic advantages of working with Innovate UK as well as Innovate UK Business Connect and utilising the business support products and services on offer to innovators and entrepreneurs.
Who should attend?
The event will target the full supply chain from farmer to retailer as well as other relevant organisations that are searching for, or could provide, innovative solutions for a resilient, sustainable and healthy food production system. Growers, farmers, industry, retailers, foodservice operators, academics, NGO’s and innovators active within the food and drink supply chain are welcome to attend this event.
Event highlights
We have lots of exciting exhibitors and talks planned for this event. The following will be taking place during this AgriFood Innovation Showcase:
Presentation sessions
Regenerative agriculture and agri-tech innovation in action
From across the supply chain, we will hear about innovative projects and practices driving impact.
Large company R&D challenges and innovations
Hear about the trending industry challenge areas for which solutions are sought.
Funding and incentive schemes discussion
During this session, several funding specialists and finance experts will discuss innovative business and finance models to support regenerative practices.
Exhibition area
SME marketplace
20 SME’s will exhibit and showcase their innovative products and technologies. Exhibitors will participate in short pitch and networking sessions throughout the day. If you are a SME and would like to showcase agri-tech innovation that supports regenerative and environmentally benevolent agriculture, you can express your interest at registration. Please note that places are limited and a balanced portfolio approach will be taken. Applications to express interest will close on the 6th February 2026 at 5pm. Successful applicants will be notified by 5pm on the 13th February 2026.
Innovative product tasting zone
This exhibition area will enable attendees to meet with innovators and try out the latest novel, healthy, sustainable food and drinks products and ingredients. If you have an exciting, novel product or application you would like to showcase, or can demonstrate successful on-farm diversification with a product story to share, you can express your interest at registration. Please note that places are limited and a balanced portfolio approach will be taken. Applications to express this interest will close on the 6th February 2026 at 5pm. Successful applicants will be notified by 5pm on the 13th February 2026.
Business support zone
Visit this exhibition area to find out what industry support is available and meet local food networks that can help you connect with new partners.
Networking area
Visit this section of the event exhibition to meet agri-tech innovators, share your business ideas and explore cross-industry collaboration that will drive future business success.
Important event notes
Ticket availability
Please note that given the AgriFood Innovation Showcase in March 2025 sold out and we are expecting a high demand for tickets to this event. We may have to restrict numbers from the same organisation.
Event cooking
We cannot accommodate exhibitors cooking at the event due to venue health and safety restrictions. For food allergy guidance, please check with the exhibitor for a full list of ingredients before consuming any products
Event photography and filming
Please note that a photographer and videographer will be taking pictures and filming throughout the day at the event. These photos/videos may be shared via emails, newsletters or on social media by Innovate UK, Innovate UK Business Connect or our event partners. Please get in touch with us if you would not like to be featured in any photos/videos from the event.