Agrifood Policy Conference

14:00 - 15:00
PLENARY: Advancing EU agriculture – Securing Europe’s food and farming future

The agriculture and food sector plays a central role in ensuring food security in Europe. Securing its future is essential to building resilient, sustainable and competitive systems that empower farmers and support rural areas. Amid growing economic pressures and environmental challenges, the EU is working to strengthen the resilience and sustainability of the sector. Join this plenary to explore key challenges and innovative solutions that will drive long-term resilience and growth in the agriculture and food sector.

CONFIRMED KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Christophe Hansen, Commissioner for Agriculture and Food

15:00 - 15:45
PANEL: From label to table – Ensuring clear and reliable food information

Product labelling provides EU consumers with essential information about food and drinks to help them make informed decisions. While the EU has established regulations to ensure food standards, stakeholders argue that inadequate monitoring and enforcement make compliance challenging. Join this session to discuss ways to improve the food and drink labelling system in Europe.

15:45 - 16:00
COFFEE BREAK

16:00 - 16:45
PANEL: Advancing agriculture – Rethinking regulation for new technologies

New technologies, such as new genomic techniques, can play a vital role in boosting agriculture, supporting EU competitiveness, food security, and supporting farmers against economic and climate challenges. However, some stakeholders argue that innovation in agriculture is not fully integrated into EU legislation, and current regulation is not fit for purpose. Join this session to explore innovative techniques in agriculture and their implications for next-generation farming.

16:45 - 17:30
PANEL: The future of EU agriculture — Competing in a changing global market

Ensuring a competitive EU agrifood sector is key to balancing economic growth, sustainability and food security. Amid evolving regulations, market pressures and climate challenges, how can the industry stay resilient? Join this session to explore strategies, policies and innovations driving a competitive and sustainable agrifood sector.

17:30 - 18:15
PANEL: Decarbonising agrifood — Challenges and solutions for a climate-neutral future

The agrifood industry plays a crucial role in achieving the European Commission’s net-zero targets, with emissions coming from various sectors, such as agriculture, packaging, transport and waste management. However, cutting emissions while ensuring food security and economic viability remains challenging. Join this session to explore innovative solutions, policy frameworks and pathways to a net-zero agrifood industry sector.

18:15 - 18:20
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