You're Invited: Innovation Insights – The Fibre Factor

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Join us on 18 March for Innovation Insights, an inspiring event exploring the transformative potential of fibre in food innovation.

With the theme ‘The Fibre Factor’, this edition highlights why fibre is gaining traction in key innovation areas: protein transition, circular agrifood, and health-focused food. While protein-rich products dominate the spotlight, fibre—essential for digestion and satiety—is often overlooked. At the same time, producers are unlocking new ways to upcycle fibre-rich by-products into high-value, sustainable ingredients.

Emma Schofield from Mintel – Global Market Intelligence & Research Agency will share the latest market trends around fibre-rich foods. Additionally, Martin Mei and Julia Besselink from dsm-firmenich will present insights into how pre-, pro-, and postbiotics influence the microbiome, highlighting fibre’s role. They’ll also discuss how fibre can be applied in R&D projects, balancing functionality, health benefits, and cost-effectiveness.

Why Attend?

This event is your unique opportunity to:

· Stay updated on the latest trends shaping the food transition.

· Connect with top experts, peers, and speakers in the field.

· Discover practical solutions in a plenary session and tailored breakout discussions.

We’ll end the day with networking drinks and a tasting of delicious bites made from upcycled ingredients, showcasing how these innovations can boost fibre in everyday products.

Who Can Attend?

In-person attendance is exclusive to our partners, but anyone interested can join via the live stream.

Programme

Optional: Tour (13:15 - 13:45)

Want a behind-the-scenes look at our community partners (OnePlanet Research, revyve, Uticon, InsectSense, AlgaeforFood, 1-2-Taste)? Sign up for the tour! The starting point is the Foodvalley office, Bronland 10.

13:30 – 14:00 Arrival and registration
14:00 – 14:10 Welcome by Marjolein Brasz, CEO of Foodvalley
14:10 – 14:45 Emma Schofield, Mintel
14:45 – 15:15 Martin Mei & Julia Besselink, dsm-firmenich
15:15 – 15:30 Break
15:30 – 17:00 Breakout sessions:

The Protein Community & The Upcycling Community (combined, join in person or online)

Discover the Power of Fibers in Upcycled & Alt. Protein Food Applications

Speaker: Emma Schofield, Associate Director Global Food Science

Fibres in a circular, sustainable food system and revenue model for farmers

Speaker: Paul van Zanten, Sales Manager INVEJA

From sidestream to mainstream: lupin & soy fibres

Speaker: Carlos Cabrera, Founder and MD Greencovery

From soy milk-derived okara to functional fibre

Speaker: Prof. Paul de Vos, Program Director Healthy Food UMCG

Fibres in a circular, sustainable food system and revenue model for farmers

The Healthier Food Community (join in person)

Identifying opportunities on how we can increase fibre intake among consumers through innovation, strategies and/ or communication.

Speakers: RIVM, Nederlands Bakkerij Centrum, Herbafood Ingredients GMBH, Luiten B.V.

The Personalised Nutrition Community (join in person or online)

Fibre for Feel-Good Vibes; The role of fibres on the gut-brain axis.

Speakers: Nizo, TNO, InnerBuddies

The Regenerative Agriculture Community (join in person)

Mariana Debernardini (Lighthouse Farm Academy) will showcase how lighthouse farms across Europe can inspire the next steps in regenerative agriculture. Following this, Eline van der Mast (ReGeNL) will provide insights from the Dutch context and present a case study. Participants will collaborate to explore challenges and co-create scalable solutions.

17:00 – 18:00 | In celebration of the Dutch Week of the Circular Economy, we will close with Circular Drink & Bites from our Upcycling Community partners!

We look forward to welcoming you, whether in person or online!

Best regards,

Foodvalley Team

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