Sustainable Foods 2026 comes to London.
European food leaders will meet in London for Sustainable Foods 2026 to discuss how to reshape the food system. The event will focus on keeping food businesses profitable while protecting the environment and public health.
Sustainable Foods 2026 takes place on 28 and 29 January 2026 at the Business Design Centre. This will be the fifth edition of the event.
The agenda centres on four main pillars. These are Health and Nutrition, Food Security, Net Zero, and Regenerative Agriculture.
A full supply chain perspective
The event brings together both animal and plant-based supply chains. This reflects a clear reality. Food system change must cover every category, from meat and dairy to grains, fruit, vegetables, and pulses.
As a result, Sustainable Foods positions itself as a practical forum. It focuses on real solutions rather than theory.
Emma Pinchbeck, Chief Executive of the Climate Change Committee, highlighted the urgency. She said the UK needs faster progress on cutting agricultural emissions and using land more wisely. She also noted that many solutions already exist, from backing farmers to improving access to healthy food.
Who will attend the event?
Over two days, Sustainable Foods 2026 will host more than 700 delegates. The programme includes over 100 speakers and around 50 exhibitors, with attendees from more than 45 countries.
In addition, Dan Saladino from BBC Radio 4’s The Food Programme will report from the event. A dedicated episode will air on Friday, 6 February at 11:00 GMT and repeat on Saturday at 22:15 GMT.
The agenda combines keynote talks with senior leadership panels. It also includes technical sessions, structured networking, and one-to-one meetings. Speakers come from government, farming, retail, food manufacturing, health bodies, technology firms, and international organisations.
Health and nutrition in focus
Health has become a core issue for food businesses. Rising obesity levels and diet-related illness have increased pressure on the sector. At the same time, ultra-processed foods face growing scrutiny.
The Health and Nutrition pillar will explore how businesses can support healthier diets. The focus will remain on food that is affordable, appealing, and easy to access.
Ken Murphy, CEO of Tesco, said supermarkets play a key role in building a sustainable food system. He added that customers want food that supports health and the planet, and they expect retailers to take the lead.
Food security and resilience
Food security is now a board-level concern. Climate shocks, conflict, and geopolitical tension are reshaping global supply risks.
Sessions under this pillar will examine how supply chains can adapt. As growing conditions change, some regions face higher risks while others may see new opportunities.
Henry Dimbleby, co-founder of Bramble Partners and author of the National Food Strategy, stressed that health, climate, and nature now affect commercial outcomes. He warned that leaders who delay action risk falling behind as markets shift.
Net zero delivery across the value chain
Net zero remains a major theme throughout the event. Climate pressure, welfare expectations, and labour costs all push companies to cut emissions and waste.
Discussions will move beyond pledges. Instead, they will focus on delivery across farming, processing, transport, packaging, and retail.
Scaling regenerative agriculture
The Regenerative Agriculture pillar will show how farmers are changing how they manage land and inputs. These changes aim to improve soil health, resilience, and long-term profitability.
Case studies will highlight real-world examples across livestock and arable systems. They will also show how retailers, brands, financiers, and food service operators can support these transitions.
Through shared learning, Sustainable Foods 2026 aims to help build a food system that is healthier, more resilient, and fit for the future.
