From Seed to System – Movie Screening and Dialogue on the Future of the Food Chain

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/