After three successful editions in Amsterdam, Plant FWD is returning for the 4th edition of Europe’s leading conference for alternative protein professionals at the Midden Nederland Hallen in Barneveld on April 8-9, 2026! This year, we’re turning things up a notch (or three) with a brand-new location, the introduction of new content tracks and a Plant FWD that’s back with fresh energy, bold plans and a clear ambition to raise the bar for the entire food industry.
What you can expect at Plant FWD 2026:
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Network with 1000+ change-makers in food, retail, industry experts and emerging brands.
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Get inspired by 40+ visionary speakers ranging from CEO's and founders to policy makers and groundbreaking scientists.
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Discover the hottest start- and scale-ups and apply to pitch to retail buyers & investors.
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Taste and discover the latest food innovations and products from our partners at The Market.
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Discover the latest trends with our new content tracks on Balanced Proteins, Organic & Novel Foods like Cellulair Agriculture and Precision Fermentation.
Join Europe’s premier alternative protein conference bringing together start-ups, investors, retailers, policymakers, chefs and researchers — all working to accelerate the global protein transition and reimagine our food system.