The next group of exhibiting companies for Foodtech Forum 2026 is now being introduced, showcasing a diverse range of innovations shaping the future of food systems. From food waste reduction and smart packaging to functional nutrition, urban production and next-generation ingredients, these companies reflect the continued expansion and ambition within the Scandinavian and international foodtech ecosystem.

Together, they highlight how technology, biology and new business models are converging to address some of the most pressing challenges in the food system – from resource efficiency and resilience to health and access.

Ten more exhibitors announced for Foodtech Forum 2026

Saveggy

Saveggy develops a plant-based coating technology that extends the shelf life of fresh produce by up to 3–4 times while reducing food waste and plastic use. The solution is designed to integrate directly into existing production and retail systems.

Innoscentia

Innoscentia has developed a smart sensor that detects real-time spoilage inside packaged food. The technology enables more accurate shelf-life decisions, reducing food waste and improving product safety.

NILO

NILO is creating a new generation of functional soft drinks that combine great taste with ingredients designed to support gut health and wellbeing. The product is built for scalable growth across retail and international markets.

Good Tomorrow

Good Tomorrow integrates food preparedness into everyday life through a subscription-based box of shelf-stable foods that are continuously replenished. The model turns preparedness into a simple and ongoing habit.

Grönska Earth Tech AB

Grönska Earth Tech AB develops hydroponic growing systems that enable local food production using significantly less water and no pesticides. Their systems bring urban farming into schools, restaurants and homes.

Robust Seed Technology A&F AB

Robust Seed Technology A&F AB uses seed vitalization technology to improve seed performance, increasing yields and strengthening crop resilience. The solution is already used in commercial agriculture across global markets.

InnovaChildfood AB

InnovaChildfood AB produces premium frozen baby food that preserves nutrients, taste and texture without heavy processing. The company offers a cleaner alternative to traditional shelf-stable baby food.

Mealy Sverige AB

Mealy Sverige AB turns healthy meals into an on-demand utility by integrating food access directly into buildings. The model simplifies everyday eating through a scalable urban food system.

Ultibar AB

Ultibar AB develops a dual-function nutrition bar that combines energy and recovery in one product made from natural ingredients. The concept is designed for everyday performance and wellbeing.

Råhygge Sverige AB

Råhygge Sverige AB reimagines coffee with a low-acid, functional blend that combines specialty coffee and mushrooms. The product delivers calm, stable energy while maintaining taste and ritual.

Read about the first ten exhibiting companies here.

Showcasing the future of food 

Foodtech Forum brings together startups, scaleups, industry leaders, buyers, investors, researchers and public-sector actors to explore the technologies and collaborations shaping the future food system. 

Additional exhibiting companies and programme updates will be announced continuously in the lead-up to the event. 

The exhibitors will showcase their innovations live during Foodtech Forum in Malmö on September 15. 

Want to exhibit? 

A few exhibiting opportunities are still available for Foodtech Forum 2026, but places are limited. Are you a member of the Foodtech Innovation Network and interested in exhibiting? Contact miriam.kiehn@skane.se. If you are not a member but would like to exhibit, apply for a free membership here via our website.

As Foodtech Company of the Year returns for 2026, the award is entering a new phase. With stronger partner engagement than ever before, this year’s winner will receive the most extensive award package in the programme’s history. 

Presented annually at Foodtech Forum, the award highlights companies helping shape the future food system through innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainable solutions. 

But what happens after the spotlight? We spoke with previous winners and partners to understand the impact the award can have beyond the stage. 

Validation when it matters most 

For Dapibuset, winner of Foodtech Company of the Year 2025, the award came at a pivotal stage of the company’s journey. 

– Winning Foodtech Company of the Year came at a very meaningful time for us. As a startup, you spend a lot of time trying to convince people that what you are building truly has value and a place in the future. Receiving the award felt like a confirmation that our vision resonated beyond our own team, says Lidia Garcia, Co-founder of Dapibuset. 

Since receiving the award, Dapibuset has continued developing its platform for turning underutilised side streams into high-value ingredients while expanding its network of partners and collaborators. 

– The award gave us visibility at a time when it really mattered. It opened doors to conversations and opportunities that probably would have taken much longer to reach otherwise, say Lidia Garcia and Micael Simonsson, Co-founders of Dapibuset. 

Looking back, the company describes the award as an important milestone that provided both momentum and confidence. 

Building trust and opening new markets 

For Diapure, winner of Foodtech Company of the Year 2024, the value of the award was closely linked to credibility and access to new perspectives. 

– It is always important that important actors on the market believe in us, says Lisa Heiberg, CEO of Diapure. 

As part of the award, Diapure received consultancy support from AFRY, helping the company explore opportunities within land-based aquaculture and strengthen its value proposition towards a new market segment. 

– The exposure and the consultancy support helped us articulate our value in a completely new market. It strengthened our case beyond wastewater, says Lisa Heiberg. 

The collaboration also gave the company access to new contacts and perspectives while reinforcing its role within the future food system. 

Bigger support than ever before 

One of the distinguishing features of Foodtech Company of the Year is that the award combines recognition with practical support from industry partners. 

Previous winners have received support from organisations such as AFRY and Kolossal. For Dapibuset, AFRY contributed expertise around scaling and industrial development, while Kolossal supported the company through a brand discovery process focused on positioning and communication. For Diapure, AFRY helped explore new market opportunities and strengthen the company’s business case towards land-based aquaculture. 

For 2026, the award takes another step forward. 

AFRY is expanding its engagement as a returning partner, while KIND joins the initiative as a new award partner and chair of the jury. Together, they contribute to the most extensive award package in the history of Foodtech Company of the Year. 

– We are proud to continue supporting the Foodtech Company of the Year Award and to contribute to highlighting companies driving innovation and sustainable transformation within the food system. Foodtech Forum brings together many of the ideas and entrepreneurs shaping the future of food, and we look forward to continuing to support that development, says Katrin Hedvall, Vice President and Head of Food Sweden at AFRY. 

KIND joins the initiative with a similar ambition: to help promising companies strengthen their positioning, communication and market presence. 

– We’re excited to support companies shaping the future of food. Many foodtech startups are built on strong innovation, but often need help making their offer clear and relevant to the outside world. Through this partnership, we want to help ambitious companies turn strong ideas into brands with real impact, says Sanna von Gertten, Agency Director at KIND and Chair of the Foodtech Company of the Year jury. 

Who will be next? 

With the most extensive award package in its history, Foodtech Company of the Year 2026 aims to provide even greater support to the next generation of foodtech innovators. 

The winner will be announced at Foodtech Forum on 15 September in Malmö, where innovators, investors, industry and public actors gather to explore the future food system. 

The award is open exclusively to exhibiting member companies within Foodtech Innovation Network participating in Foodtech Forum 2026. Companies interested in exhibiting can become members of the network, with 5 August marking the final opportunity to join before this year’s selection closes. Exhibitor places are allocated on a first come, first served basis. 

For previous winners, the message is clear. Recognition matters, but the opportunities, networks and support that follow can be just as valuable. 

– Looking back today, the award feels like one of those moments that gave us both momentum and belief at exactly the right time, says Lidia Garcia and Micael Simonsson, Co-founders of Dapibuset. 

Interest in Foodtech Forum 2026 continues to grow, with more than half of the available tickets already claimed. 

On 15 September, innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, industry representatives and public sector actors will gather in Malmö to explore the future of food. 

In the exhibition area, where more than foodtech companies from Foodtech Innovation Network will showcase products, technologies and solutions that are helping shape tomorrow’s food system. 

Visitors will have the opportunity to meet founders, discover emerging innovations and, in many cases, taste the future of food firsthand. 

Alongside the exhibition, visitors can take part in keynote presentations, networking activities and the new Open Table Discussions format, where participants engage in smaller, curated conversations around topics such as AI, investment, regenerative food systems and circular business models. 

Participation is free of charge, but registration is required. 

With more than half of the tickets already claimed, we encourage anyone planning to attend to secure their place today. 

Taste the future. Meet the innovators. Join the conversation. 

📅 15 September 2026 

📍 Slagthuset, Malmö 

🎟️ Register for Foodtech Forum 2026: https://foodtech-forum-2026.confetti.events/  

This year, Foodtech Forum introduces Open Table Discussions – a new interactive format designed to bring together foodtech lovers and experts in curated roundtable conversations. 

The discussions will explore some of the most pressing questions facing the future food system, from circular economy and regenerative business models to AI, deeptech and foodtech investment. 

A seat at the table 

Each session brings together a small group of participants around a table led by an experienced moderator. The goal is not only to exchange ideas, but to challenge perspectives, identify opportunities and create new connections across the food system. 

Whether you’re building a startup, investing in innovation, conducting research or driving change within an established organisation, this is your opportunity to contribute to the conversation. 
 
Every session lasts 45 minutes and begins with a short introduction from the moderator before opening up to participants.  

Meet the moderators and themes 

Elena Walden, Good Food Institute Europe 

Mimicry, Blends or Back to Beans: What’s Next for Plant-Based in the Nordics? 

What role will plant-based and hybrid foods play in the future food system?

Sara Maxence & Erika Hombert, Regenerator 

Regenerative Business Models in a Regenerative Food System 

What does it mean for my role, and where does it lead me?

Emma Dalväg, Unwasted 

Circular Economy – How Do We Secure Resources in Uncertain Times? 

How can circular solutions contribute to more resilient food systems in a time of uncertainty? 

Marilyn Rayner, the Green Dairy  

Start-up to Scale-up – Discussing challenges and opportunities in scaling innovative food products and processes 

The practical realities of scaling next-generation food innovations. How to take promising prototypes from concept to scalable, competitive products? 

Måns Ullerstam, Kale United 

Harvesting Intelligence: Boosting Agrifood Performance with AI 

How can AI drive efficiency, innovation and sustainability across agriculture and food production? 

Louise Rørbæk Heiberg, Nordic FoodTech VC 

Can Europe Build the Next Food Giants? 

Europe has the talent and innovation capacity to lead the transformation of the global food system. But what will it take to build the next generation of market leaders? 

Secure your place at Foodtech Forum 

Participation in Open Table Discussions is exclusive to registered Foodtech Forum attendees. 

Seats at each table are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis when registration for the discussions opens in August. Subject to availability, a limited number of drop-in seats may also be offered on the day. 

Want a seat at the table? 

Register for Foodtech Forum today and be first in line when Open Table Discussions open for booking.

On June 11, as part of Sustainable Gastronomy Week, Foodtech Innovation Network, Malmö Food Council, and ALMI hosted From Seed to System in Malmö. The event brought together food innovators, primary producers, entrepreneurs, researchers, and ecosystem actors for an evening of dialogue about the future of sustainable food systems. 

Connecting the Entire Food Chain 

The purpose of the event was to create a meeting place where stakeholders from across the food value chain could connect, exchange perspectives, and explore how innovation can contribute to more resilient and sustainable food systems. 

The evening began with a screening of Kriget om fröerna (The War on Seeds), a documentary highlighting the importance of seeds, biodiversity, and food sovereignty. The film provided a common starting point for discussions about the challenges and opportunities facing the food system today. 

From Innovation to System Transformation 

Following the screening, participants gathered around discussions focused on sustainability, seed technology, and food innovation. The conversations quickly expanded beyond individual topics and evolved into broader exchanges about the connections between primary production, technology, entrepreneurship, and consumer needs. 

What stood out throughout the evening was the high level of engagement. Participants were eager to continue the conversations, and a planned structur naturally transitioned into an extended networking session where ideas, experiences, and perspectives were shared across sectors. 

The event created a rare opportunity to have representatives from almost the entire food chain in one room from seed and primary production to food innovation and market applications. 

Key Takeaways 

• Stronger connections are needed between innovators and primary producers 

• Food system challenges require collaboration across sectors and disciplines 

• Innovation must be viewed within the context of the entire value chain 

• Dialogue creates new opportunities for partnerships and knowledge exchange 

• There is a growing interest in building more resilient and sustainable food systems 

A Platform for Collaboration 

As Foodtech Innovation Network highlights, creating a sustainable food future requires action across the entire system. By bringing together actors from across the value chain, the event helped strengthen the relationships and conversations needed to drive that transformation forward. 

Together, we create the food system of the future, today. If you would like to take part in this and other events, you can read more about membership here: https://foodtechinnovationnetwork.com/join-us/   

We’re excited to announce that Alessio D’Antino, Founder and CEO of Forward Fooding, will join Foodtech Forum 2026 as keynote speaker. 

As one of the leading voices in the global FoodTech ecosystem, Alessio works with startups, investors, food companies and innovation organisations around the world to identify emerging trends and opportunities shaping the future of food. 

At Foodtech Forum, he will share insights from the global FoodTech landscape, including startup activity, investment trends, breakthrough technologies and the collaborations driving innovation across the food system. 

The session will also explore the Nordic AgriFoodTech ecosystem and discuss how the region can build on its strengths to create a more sustainable and competitive food system. 

– We are thrilled to welcome Alessio to Foodtech Forum. His global perspective and deep understanding of the FoodTech ecosystem will bring valuable insights to everyone interested in the future of food, says Eva Jilkén, Project Manager at Foodtech Innovation Network. 

Foodtech Forum takes place on September 15 in Malmö and brings together startups, food companies, investors, researchers and public actors from across the food system.  
 
Participation in free but seats are limited. Secure your ticket today!  
https://foodtech-forum-2026.confetti.events/ 

At this year’s Foodtech Forum, Foodtech Innovation Network launches Reverse Pitch, a new matchmaking format where leading actors from grocery retail, foodservice and distribution present their needs directly to foodtech companies and entrepreneurs. 

Instead of startups competing for attention, market actors take the stage to share the challenges, priorities and innovation areas they are actively looking to solve. 

The ambition: create faster pathways between innovation and market implementation. 

– Reverse Pitch is designed to create more concrete business dialogues between established market actors and innovative foodtech companies. We want to shorten the distance between need and solution while creating a clear way to market for companies within the Foodtech Innovation Network, says Eva Jilkén, Project Manager at Foodtech Innovation Network. 

Among the confirmed participants are ICA Växa, Reitan Convenience Sweden (franchisor for Pressbyrån and 7-Eleven), Martin & Servera and Mylla. The participating organisations represent different parts of the food value chain, but share a common ambition: to identify new solutions and create pathways to market for promising foodtech innovations. 

ICA Växa is looking for solutions that combine nutrition, functionality and enjoyment, with a particular interest in concepts that can support healthier and more sustainable eating habits. Reitan Convenience Sweden sees Reverse Pitch as an opportunity to discover new products for its innovation platform Pressbyrån PBX, while Mylla is interested in solutions that can help innovative food companies and local producers reach consumers more efficiently. 

–  We participate in Reverse Pitch at Foodtech Forum to meet innovative companies that want to help shape the next generation of healthy snacks and meals. What we look forward to most are concrete collaborations where we can test, pilot and scale new ideas that make it easier for consumers to make smarter food choices in everyday life, says Sofia Steinwall, Head of ICA Växa – Future Food Systems at ICA Sweden. 

The format also gives participants insight into how large actors work with pilots, onboarding, partnerships and commercialisation. 

Following the presentations, selected companies from the Foodtech Innovation Network community will participate in structured matchmaking sessions focused on pilot opportunities, collaborations and commercial dialogue. Participation in Reverse Pitch is exclusive to companies exhibiting at Foodtech Forum. 

A platform connecting innovation and market 

Reverse Pitch is part of Foodtech Forum 2026, one of the Nordic region’s meeting places for foodtech, sustainable food systems and food innovation. 

Foodtech Forum brings together entrepreneurs, food companies, investors, public actors and innovation environments to explore how collaboration and innovation can accelerate the future food system. 

Alongside the exhibition, visitors can expect keynote sessions, networking, tastings, roundtable discussions and business-focused matchmaking throughout the day. 

Foodtech Forum takes place on 15 September 2026 at Slagthuset in Malmö. 

Seats are limited, secure your place today.

About Foodtech Innovation Network 

Foodtech Innovation Network is a Nordic innovation network bringing together more than 140 foodtech and food innovation companies working to shape the future food system. 

The network connects entrepreneurs, industry, academia and public actors to accelerate innovation, collaboration and commercialization within foodtech. 

Foodtech Innovation Network is also the organiser behind Foodtech Forum, one of the Nordic region’s meeting places for foodtech, sustainable food systems and food innovation.

The first ten exhibiting companies for Foodtech Forum are now released, bringing together a new generation of innovators shaping the future of food through technology, sustainability and scalable business models. 

The selected companies represent a broad spectrum of foodtech innovation, from regenerative agriculture and circular systems to precision fermentation, functional beverages and next-generation plant-based foods. Together, they highlight the growing diversity and ambition within the Scandinavian foodtech ecosystem. 

The first exhibitors announced for Foodtech Forum 2026

Must Energy 

Must Energy is introducing a new beverage category, Energimust, combining cold-pressed Swedish apple must with functional energy and clean-label production. Their approach reimagines energy drinks through natural ingredients, local sourcing and a more balanced energy experience. 

VivoProtect 

VivoProtect develops beneficial bacteria solutions designed to support regenerative, efficient and resilient food production. By harnessing biological processes, the company works to improve cultivation outcomes while reducing waste and strengthening long-term food security. 

Curve 

Curve develops modular production systems for precision fermentation and cell cultivation, helping bridge the gap between laboratory innovation and industrial-scale biomanufacturing. Their technology enables scalable and cost-efficient production across food, health and sustainable materials. 

Clean Cravings Sweden 

Clean Cravings Sweden creates clean-label, plant-based foods made from sprouted and fermented ingredients without additives or preservatives. Their products combine convenience, nutrition and sustainability for the growing frozen plant-based market. 

Baked By Ammna AB 

Baked By Ammna is rethinking bakery production through a demand-driven model based on ready-to-bake frozen cookie dough. Their system helps cafés and retailers reduce waste while delivering fresher products and greater operational flexibility. 

Mossagården Eko AB 

Mossagården works with regenerative farming and circular food systems centred around organically grown hemp. By connecting soil health, biodiversity and product innovation, they demonstrate how food production can actively restore ecosystems while creating new sustainable products. 

Nothing F!SHY AB 

Nothing F!SHY develops plant-based seafood alternatives designed to replicate the taste, texture and culinary experience of traditional fish. Their products support the transition toward more sustainable protein systems without compromising on flavour or accessibility. 

Hummusson AB 

Hummusson is transforming food distribution by removing the need for refrigeration in hummus production. Through shelf-stable solutions and clean-label ingredients, the company reduces energy use, logistics costs and food waste while expanding access to nutritious food. 

Tempty Foods 

Tempty Foods develops flavour-driven food products based on mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms. Rather than imitating meat, the company focuses on creating nutritious and sustainable foods with strong taste, texture and scalability potential. 

Trinitek Group 

Trinitek Group is building circular infrastructure systems that redirect underutilised agricultural and food-system materials into new value streams before they become waste. Their platform strengthens both resource efficiency and circularity across the agrifood sector. 

Showcasing the future of food 

Foodtech Forum brings together startups, scaleups, industry leaders, buyers, investors, researchers and public-sector actors to explore the technologies and collaborations shaping the future food system. 

Additional exhibiting companies and programme updates will be announced continuously in the lead-up to the event. 

The exhibitors will showcase their innovations live during Foodtech Forum in Malmö on September 15. 

Want to exhibit? 

A few exhibiting opportunities are still available for Foodtech Forum 2026, but places are limited. Are you a member of the Foodtech Innovation Network and interested in exhibiting? Contact miriam.kiehn@skane.se. If you are not a member but would like to exhibit, apply for a free membership here via our website.

The Foodtech Company of the Year Award returns to Foodtech Forum 2026, celebrating innovative companies with the potential to shape the future of food through technology, sustainability and scalable business models. 

Presented annually by Foodtech Innovation Network, the award recognises exhibiting member companies that demonstrate strong entrepreneurial drive, technical innovation and the ability to contribute to a more sustainable and resilient food system. 

Previous winners include Dapibuset, awarded Company of the Year in 2025 for its modular biomanufacturing platform transforming agricultural side streams into scalable, low-emission protein production solutions, as well as Diapure, recognised for its innovative contribution to the future of sustainable food production. 

The award is open exclusively to member companies within Foodtech Innovation Network exhibiting at Foodtech Forum 2026. 

 
Recognising Innovation and Supporting What Comes Next 

In addition to the award itself, the winning company will receive strategic business support from award partners AFRY and KIND, including expertise within business development, branding and communication to support the company’s next stage of growth. 

Together, the partners contribute to the largest prize package in the history of the Foodtech Company of the Year Award, with strategic support and expertise corresponding to a combined value of 100,000 SEK. 

Evaluating the future of food 

This year’s jury brings together expertise from across foodtech, investment, branding and sustainability to evaluate exhibiting companies with the potential to shape the future of food. The assessment is based on criteria including innovation, sustainability impact, scalability, consumer value and transformational potential. 

AFRY continues its engagement as returning sponsor and jury partner of the award, while KIND joins this year as award partner and chair of the jury. 

The jury is led by Sanna von Gertten, Director at KIND, and includes Katrin Hedvall, Vice President and Head of Food Sweden at AFRY, Bodil Sidén, General Partner at Kost Capital, Daniel Skavén Ruben, Project Manager Invest Promotion AgriFood at Business Sweden and Fanny Sturén, project leader focused on sustainable food systems. 

The winner will be announced live during Foodtech Forum in Malmö on September 15. 

Foodtech Innovation Network is pleased to welcome KIND, a creative agency specialising in branding and communication, as a new partner to the Foodtech Company of the Year Award, presented during this year’s Foodtech Forum in Malmö on September 15. 

The collaboration is built around a shared ambition to support innovative foodtech companies and strengthen the conditions for sustainable growth across the industry. 

As part of the partnership, KIND joins both as award partner and chair of the jury, contributing expertise within branding, communication and business development. The winning company will also receive strategic support from KIND to help strengthen brand visibility, positioning and future growth. 

– We are very happy to welcome KIND as a partner to the award. Their expertise within branding and communication will bring real value to ambitious Foodtech Innovation members at an important stage of growth, says Eva Jilkén, Project Manager at Foodtech Innovation Network. 

– We’re so excited to support companies shaping the future of food. Many foodtech startups are built on strong innovation, but often need help making their offer clear and relevant to the outside world. Through this partnership, we want to help ambitious companies turn strong ideas into brands with real impact, says Sanna von Gertten, Agency Director at KIND. 

Recognising Innovation and Supporting What Comes Next 

KIND is a creative agency working with strategy, design and communication to help brands grow and strengthen their market presence. As part of the partnership, KIND will offer the winning company a tailored strategic and creative workshop valued at 50,000 SEK. Depending on the company’s needs, the support may focus on areas such as positioning, visual identity or packaging design. 

Together with returning partner AFRY, this year’s collaboration creates the most extensive prize package in the history of the Foodtech Company of the Year Award, with strategic support and expertise corresponding to a combined value of 100,000 SEK. 

The Foodtech Company of the Year Award highlights companies within the network that demonstrate innovation, impact and strong potential to contribute to the future of food. 

Foodtech Forum is one of Scandinavia’s leading meeting places for foodtech innovation, gathering startups, industry leaders, investors and public stakeholders from across the food system. 

Award partners and jury 

This year’s jury brings together expertise from across foodtech, investment, branding and sustainability to evaluate exhibiting companies with the potential to shape the future of food. The assessment is based on criteria including innovation, sustainability impact, scalability, consumer value and transformational potential. 

AFRY continues its engagement as returning sponsor and jury partner of the award, while KIND joins this year as award partner and chair of the jury. 

The jury is led by Sanna von Gertten, Director at KIND, and includes Katrin Hedvall, Vice President and Head of Food Sweden at AFRY, Bodil Sidén, General Partner at Kost Capital, Daniel Skavén Ruben, Project Manager Invest Promotion AgriFood at Business Sweden and Fanny Sturén, project leader focused on sustainable food systems.