Co-Create the Future of Agri-Food

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The agri-food industry is undergoing rapid transformation—driven by technological innovation, shifting consumer demands, and global sustainability challenges. Join agri-food professionals from across the sector to network, collaborate and co-create solution paths for the future of food.

Quick info

Date and time

Location
HAN Campus Arnhem
Ruitenberglaan 31
Arnhem

Costs
Free

Key Focus Area

Explore Key Trends in Agri-Food

Engage in discussions around the most pressing trends shaping the future of food, including sustainable and climate-smart agriculture, functional foods, personalized nutrition, digital transformation and smart farming, alternative protein sources, urban and vertical farming, and enhanced food traceability and safety.

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Foster International Collaboration

Connect with industry leaders and contribute to positioning the Dutch agri-food sector as a global innovation hub. The World Café offers a unique opportunity to spark cross-border partnerships and alliances.

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Drive Innovation Together

Co-create actionable ideas that move the industry forward. Insights and strategies developed during the World Café will be compiled and shared by the Center of International Business Research to support continued innovation.

What is a World Café?

To encourage diverse perspectives and foster international cooperation, the World Café provides a dynamic setting where business professionals, policymakers, researchers, and other key stakeholders engage in open, structured dialogue. Participants rotate between themed discussion tables, exploring interconnected topics in the agri-food sector. The format is designed to spark fresh insights, build meaningful connections, and contribute to the global conversation on the future of food.

Event program

The World Café will take place in autumn 2025, at HAN University of Applied Sciences (Ruitenberglaan 31, Arnhem). The event is organized by the Center of International Business Research at HAN and funded by GO4EXPORT.

  1. 11:45

    Walk-in and registration

  2. 12:00

    Lunch and Welcome

    Enjoy lunch as we open the event with a warm welcome from HAN’s International School of Business and its Center of International Business Research.

  3. 12:30

    Presentation by the HAN Center of International Business Research

    Dive into an in-depth, insight-rich presentation on the latest trends transforming the agri-food industry. This session will highlight the key forces shaping the future of food and provide the foundation for the collaborative discussions that follow.

  4. 13:15

    Panel Discussion with OostNL and FoodValley

    Our panel brings together key regional stakeholders from across the agri-food sector to share their perspectives on the future of the industry. Together, they will explore the most pressing challenges facing our region and identify what is needed to strengthen the agri-food ecosystem from a global perspective.

  5. 14:00

    Break

  6. 14:15

    World Café Discussions

    The round-table sessions build on the insights shared by the CIBR team and the expert panel, allowing participants to dive deeper into the key themes and translate ideas into actionable perspectives for the agri-food sector.

  7. 16:00

    Insights & Reflections

    Following the discussions, key insights will be shared and reflected upon in a group dialogue focused on translating ideas into action.

  8. 16:30

    Networking Drinks & Bites

    Close the day with informal networking over drinks and light refreshments.

Your insights will define the future
 

Take the Survey

Stay ahead of the curve. Our survey offers early access to the big trends that are shaping the future of agri-food. Gain insights to provide insights during the World Café, where these trends will be explored in depth. What’s driving change? What are the most pressing priorities for businesses and policymakers? Where should you focus for long-term success? Your perspective helps create a clearer picture of what’s next—so you can stay informed, adapt, and lead.

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About the Team
 

Center of International Business Research

As the research center of HAN’s International School of Business, we explore how businesses can adapt, innovate, and lead in an evolving global landscape. From overcoming barriers to sustainable behavioral change to analyzing emerging industry trends and shaping strategic roadmaps for sustainable business transitions, our research tackles the real-world challenges organizations face.

Co-create the future of Agri-Food

Lead the Dutch agri-food industry into the top ones in the world. Be part of change! Join our world-cafe to start and lead the change with researchers and industry partners. You will receive more information about the event once you register.   

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