Scale NL agri-food startup mission to Chicago in July
Startups from the Netherlands with solutions across the food value chain, including regenerative agriculture, will travel to Chicago from July 16-20, 2023 during IFT First. This mission is organized through the Scale NL Connect Chicago program, an initiative of the Consulate General of the Netherlands in Chicago and Scale NL.
Chicago – Innovating across the food value chain, from regenerative agriculture to consumers
Chicago sits at the heart of United States’ food value chain, with an impressive density of food, beverage and agricultural companies. They leverage the region’s vast transportation, distribution and logistics ecosystem to get their products to market. The large food companies that call Chicago home, such as McDonalds, ADM, and Mondelez, have begun incorporating regenerative agriculture programs in their strategies. This approach can help address critical issues such as climate change, soil degradation, and food security. And while education and awareness among farmers, policymakers, and consumers are critical to the success of regenerative agriculture, the multinational food companies are the key. The industry must work together to ensure a more sustainable and resilient future for agriculture and food.
2023 IFT Show
The International Food Technology (IFT) trade show in Chicago is a highly anticipated event for professionals in the agriculture and food industry to come and work together. This annual gathering is a platform for experts to showcase and discuss the latest advancements, trends, and innovations in the food sector. In recent years, regenerative agriculture has been at the forefront of these conversations, with startups emerging as crucial players in this space.
More information
Agri-Food Dutch startups have until May 24th to apply for the mission to Chicago. For more information about the program and application process here: Apply now! — ScaleNL Connect: Chicago 2023