Under the patronage of the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Economy & Tourism
Executive Guide Eighth Annual · FF2026

Shaping a resilient food future together.

29 – 30 September 2026Tue & Wed · Dubai
Le Méridien Dubai Hotel& Conference Centre
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INDUSTRYBusiness growth
GOVERNMENTPolicy & enablers
EXPERTSIdeas & innovation
NATIONFood security
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The Forum at a Glance

Two days.
One food
ecosystem.

Future Food Forum 2026 brings together government, industry, investors, innovators and food-sector leaders to accelerate a more resilient, sustainable and inclusive food future.

29 – 30 September 2026Tuesday & Wednesday
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Two days. One food ecosystem.Conversations shaping food, business, policy and the future.

An invitation · Under the patronage of the UAE Ministry of Economy & Tourism

We are honoured to invite you to the Future Food Forum 2026, bringing together government leaders, industry decision-makers, investors and innovators to advance the future of resilient food systems.

Under the theme “From Resilience to Recovery”

The Forum will convene leaders around the priorities shaping the food ecosystem — food security, trade, innovation, sustainability, technology and investment.

Your presence would be a valued contribution to this important leadership dialogue.

We look forward to welcoming you.
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Featuring the Freej Show · Day 1

More than a conference

A working ecosystem for two days

5

Parallel spaces
running live

30+

Sessions, sideline
sessions & meetings

2

Full days to participate,
not just attend

Future Food Forum unites

GovernmentManufacturersRetailLogisticsInfrastructureFinanceInsuranceTechnologyAcademiaFarmersInvestorsInternational PartnersConsumers

Our Strategic Pillars

Six pillars.
Two days.

Each day of the Forum is built around three pillars — from building and securing the system, to reaching new markets and collaborating for the long term.

Day 1 · Tue 29 SepBuild | Secure | Innovate

Build

  • Manufacturing
  • Logistics
  • Trade
  • Technology

Secure

  • Food Security
  • Policy
  • Regulation
  • Traceability

Innovate

  • Technology
  • SMEs
  • Innovation
  • Future Skills
Day 2 · Wed 30 SepReach | Grow | Collaborate

Reach

  • Health
  • Consumers
  • Markets
  • New Opportunities

Grow

  • Investment
  • Finance
  • Resilience

Collaborate

  • Public-Private Partnerships
  • Sustainability
  • Food Security

A stronger food ecosystem for a brighter tomorrow.

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The UAE’s annual strategic convergence platform

Why attend

Future Food Forum 2026 is the UAE’s annual strategic convergence platform, bringing together government, industry, academia, investors, innovators and food-sector leaders to review progress, align priorities and shape a more resilient, sustainable and inclusive food future.

Key Experiences

01

Ministerial Dialogues

Policy direction and collaboration

02

CEO Summit

Business leadership for a resilient food future

03

Strategic Roundtables

Multi-stakeholder solutions

04

Elite Buyers Meet

Unlocking new markets

05

Farmers Corner

Real voices. Real impact.

06

Innovation Showcase

Technologies today, opportunities tomorrow

07

Knowledge Hub

Research, data and insights

08

Cluster Champion Awards 2026

Celebrating impact and leadership

Future Food Forum main stage with a full audience
Future Food Forum 2026People. Partnerships. Progress.

The Agenda at a Glance

Two days. One ecosystem.
A shared responsibility.

HearBig ideas on the Main Stage

ConnectMeet buyers, partners and industry leaders

ParticipateJoin focused workshops and strategy sessions

GrowTurn ideas into opportunities

Key highlights across both days

B2B Matchmaking
SME Showcase
Franchise Members’ Meet
Silver Economy
Industry Workshops
Investment Opportunities
Policy & Regulation
Sustainability Solutions

Topics

The conversations
behind the headlines

  1. 01

    Food Security

    Strengthen local production, resilience and long-term food security.

  2. 02

    Manufacturing

    The local factory of 2035.

  3. 03

    Trade & Markets

    New supply chains, markets and commercial opportunities.

  4. 04

    Technology

    AI, automation and intelligent manufacturing.

  5. 05

    Policy & Regulation

    Regulatory and traceability changes for the next phase of growth.

  6. 06

    Health & Consumers

    Wellness, nutrition and changing consumer behaviour.

  7. 07

    Investment

    Where is capital moving and what makes a food business investable?

  8. 08

    Sustainability

    A more circular and resilient food system.

  9. 09

    People & Talent

    The capabilities for 2035.

Ideas | Partnerships | Solutions

Your FF2026 Guide

Find what matters
to your business.

Organisers & Partners

Built together.

Future Food 2026 UAE Food Cluster UAE Food & Beverage Business Group — Inspiring Sustainable Wellbeing
Under the patronage of the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Economy & Tourism
Presented by
Foodtech Valley
In Partnership with
Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism
Strategic Partner
Majra — National CSR Fund
Founding Partner
Nestlé — Good Food, Good Life
Founding Partner
IFFCO
Franchise Enabling Partner
Emirates Franchise
Trusted Data Partner
GS1 UAE

AI Hackathon · FF2026

Bring your problem.
We’ll build with AI.

Food & beverage companies: tell us the operational, supply-chain, quality or customer challenge you want solved. Selected problems are taken up at the Future Food Forum AI Hackathon, where teams build working AI solutions on real industry use cases.

  • Share your business challenge — no technical detail needed.
  • Work with AI engineers on a prototype built around your problem.
  • Walk away with a practical roadmap for AI in your operations.
CloudnateHackathon partnerCloudnate

Register your interest

Connect.
Exchange.
Collaborate.
Grow.

Together towards a more resilient food future.

Join us at FF2026

CONNECTWith industry leaders and investors

EXPLOREInnovations and business opportunities

COLLABORATEFor a resilient food future