Upcoming Trade Shows in Switzerland for Food & Drink

Switzerland, which has famously earned the reputation for innovation in Europe, targets the food and drinks industry with a host of transformative advancements. The country of 8.5 million serves as an ideal testing ground for businesses aiming to revolutionize the culinary landscape. After all, Switzerland has a diverse population, who are keen on innovation and quite conscious about their purchasing choices. Thomas Bohn, CEO of the Greater Geneva Bern Area, and Christina Senn-Jakobsen, Managing Director of Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley (SFNV), shed light on Switzerland’s strength in the field of food tech innovation. Leveraging world-class research institutes, technological expertise and a highly skilled workforce, Switzerland fosters an environment conducive to groundbreaking discoveries and collaborative endeavors. At the forefront of this innovation wave is the Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley (SFNV), a purpose-driven association established in 2020. With over 130 partners spanning global corporations, start-ups, universities and government bodies, SFNV serves as a catalyst for forging alliances and driving sustainable food system solutions. Switzerland’s strategic position in precision nutrition is bolstered by its partnerships with industry giants like Nestlé, Givaudan and DSM-Firmenich. The country's vibrant start-up ecosystem, coupled with institutions like the Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL) and the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), fuels innovation across the food value chain. From state-of-the-art research centers to technology parks and accelerators, Switzerland offers a fertile ground for culinary experimentation. Nestlé’s R+D Accelerator network, along with facilities like the Integrative Food Science and Nutrition Center (CNU) at EPFL, provide start-ups with the resources and support needed to translate bold ideas into market-ready innovations. The R+D Accelerator serves as a launchpad for differentiated products, while the CNU facilitates interdisciplinary collaborations and PhytoArk aids in industrializing natural ingredient-based products. With initiatives like Agropôle and AgriCo, Switzerland is more than capable of pushing its food and drinks industry towards a new age.