Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley | STAGING

Meet the Valley
2024-05-23 16:30 - 17:30 (Europe/Zurich) | Online event
"Meet The Valley" is a monthly virtual meet-up for anyone interested to find out more about Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley and the Swiss food ecosystem. You will get the chance to meet the SFNV team, tell us about your projects and ask us … anything! We recommend you choose to attend once at a time that fits your schedule and drop in by registration!
Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley is a nationwide initiative to develop, strengthen and promote food innovation in Switzerland and beyond. We address major challenges in food, agriculture, and nutrition by leveraging cutting-edge science and technology for a more sustainable future.
Why? You can get to know what the Valley does, why we exist, what we do and how we create value for our members. SFNV is all about collaboration! These sessions are also dedicated to answering YOUR questions. After a brief introduction the floor will be open to the participants for a Q&A, so come prepared!
Who? The sessions will be led by SFNV’s Managing Director – Christina Senn-Jakobsen, who is extremely passionate about food and innovation and is thrilled to meet you all.
When? “Meet the Valley” will be happening monthly, so if you can’t make it in the upcoming months – simply click on the “select a date” button and find the session that fits your schedule best.
Where? Sessions will be held via Zoom, here
Got more questions? Join us, meet the team behind the Valley, share ideas and discuss interesting Food Ecosystem related topics. The meet-ups are free.
We are looking forward to meeting you!
Your Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley

Imagining the Packaging of the Future: Sustainable Solutions Unwrapped 1.0
2024-06-11 09:30 - 15:00 | BERNEXPO AG, Mingerstrasse 6, Bern, Bern, 3000, Switzerland
The Valley's State of Play events bring together the Swiss food innovation ecosystem to explore the opportunities related to key Impact Platform topics. This time, together with Valley partners Nestlé and Tetra Pak, we'll be taking a deep dive into the world of sustainable materials for packaging.
The issue
Since 2015, the global population has increased by 10%, while the global economy has consumed 70% more materials than what the planet can replenish. As little as 8.6% of materials abstracted are currently repurposed. A shift from the current model - “take-make-waste” - to a circular economy is needed to tackle climate change, biodiversity loss, waste and pollution.
The opportunity
Sustainable packaging is a multifaceted opportunity for a more sustainable food system with various environmental, social, and economic dimensions. It involves knowledge sharing and collaboration among different stakeholders, including manufacturers, retailers, consumers, and policymakers, to work towards reducing the overall environmental impact of packaging materials and processes.
Why you should join us
This event will take a deep dive into the world of sustainable materials for packaging, exploring current innovations in alternatives to wood fibres for paper substrates and high-performing bio-based polymers, enabling knowledge sharing and networking, and identifying the most promising business opportunities and areas for collaboration between ecosystem actors. It will also bring together leading Swiss and EU experts and Swiss and international startups who will pitch during the event.
The Agenda
09:30 Coffee & Networking
10:00 Welcome & Desired OutcomesFood packaging, planetary boundaries and Switzerland's roleChristina Senn-Jakobsen, CEO - Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley
10:10 State of Play of Sustainable Packaging Trends & Challenges, Q&AFelix Grünewald, Partner, McKinsey
10:50 Overview of Research & Innovation in Packaging & Sustainable Materials; Q&A
Alternative Fibres
Nanocellulose from residual biomass for food packaging applicationDr. Gilberto Siqueira, Research Scientist, Empa
Alternative high-performing bio-based polymers
Side streams of agri-food Industry as an alternative packaging materialProf. Dr. Selçuk Yildirim, ZHAW School of Life Sciences and Facility Management, Centre for Food Production and Packaging
11:20 Break: Coffee to go
11:30 The EU Policy & Regulatory Context: the "Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation" : what implications?; Q&AHazel O’Keeffe, Partner, Keller and Heckman LLP
12:10 Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley Partners: “Sustainable Packaging: the way ahead”Ingemar Jacobsson, Director Material Solutions, Development & Technology, Tetra PakRob Hoitink, R&D Packaging Lead, Nestlé
12:30 Lunch & poster session for startups & academic innovation
13:30 Focus on solutions - Introduction
Christina Senn-Jakobsen, CEO, Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley
13:35 “Modification of Polymers for High Performance Sustainable Plastics Solutions” (10’)
Prof. Holger Frauenrath, Laboratory of Macromolecular and Organic Materials (LMOM), Institute of Materials (IMX) at EPFL
13:45 “Recent advances in R&D&I to further drive the implementations toward a bioeconomy”
Prof. Tomas Anderson, Head of Key Accounts, RISE
13:55 Q&A
14:05 Pitches from start-ups
14:40 Interactive session
15:00 Open mic discussion from all groups
15:15 Final remarks, lessons learnt & next steps
Ingemar Jacobsson, Director Material Solutions, Development & Technology, Tetra Pak
Rob Hoitink, R&D Packaging Lead, Nestlé
Christina Senn-Jakobsen, CEO - Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley
15:30 End
With support from : Bern Economic Development Agency
GETTING THERE:
BERNEXPO, Entrance A
See general map of the venue and more specific details to access Entrance A and Parking
For those arriving by car : parking rates are: first hour CHF 4.00, CHF 2.00 per additional 30 minutes. daily maximum for 24 hours CHF 38.00
For those arriving by train/tramt the nearest station is Wankdorf Center (3 min walk)

Walking the Valley: Meet the Swiss Food Ecosystem - For International Startups
2024-06-12 09:30 - 13:30 | Impact Hub Lausanne, Beaulieu Circulaire, Av. Bergières 10, Lausanne, 1004, Switzerland
Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley’s (SFNV) “Walking the Valley: Meet the Swiss Food Ecosystem” is an official side event of the Hack Summit for international startups. In its third edition, our goal is to introduce the attending international startups to key actors of the Swiss Food Ecosystem that comprise the Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley. Swiss startups will also share their experience with building a business in Switzerland. To get an idea of the energy in the room, watch the highlight film by clicking the link here.
This event is for international startups that want to meet Swiss food ecosystem players from corporations like Nestlé, dsm-firmenich, Givaudan, ADM, Tetra Pak; with SMEs like Agilery and Fredag; through innovation enablers like MassChallenge and Kickstart Innovation; to governmental representatives like Canton Vaud and Canton Fribourg. You will also hear from Swiss startups about their experience in building a business in Switzerland.
REGISTER
All registrations will be reviewed and confirmations sent accordingly. This event has limited seats so we welcome a maximum of 2 persons per organisation.
Agenda
09:30 - 10:00 Coffee meet & greet
10:00 - 10:15 Welcome & overview by Christina Senn-Jakobsen, SFNV CEO & Katarzyna Winek, Head of Innovation Scaling and Global Engagement
10:15 - 10:30 In the hiking boots of Swiss startups: Q&A with Swiss startups
10:30 - 11:00 Global startups 1 min powerpitches & group picture
11:00 - 12:15 Walking the Valley: Speed dating with Swiss Ecosystem Players: Government, Large Enterprises, Investors, SME’s & Innovation Enablers
12:15 - 13:15 Innovation Lunch & Networking

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Investing in the Valley: Meet the Swiss FoodTech Startups – For Investors
2024-06-12 14:30 - 17:30 | Impact Hub Lausanne, Beaulieu Circulaire, Av. Bergières 10, Lausanne, 1004, Switzerland
Com CiSwiss Food & Nutrition Valley’s (SFNV) “Investing in the Valley” is an official side event of the Hack Summit. This year will be its first edition and the goal is to introduce investors to Swiss FoodTech startups.
REGISTER
​“Investing in the Valley” is for Investors that want to get inspired, network and meet Swiss FoodTech startups that are open for investments.
​Agenda
​14:30-15:00 Meet & greet coffee, discover startups at their booths
​15:00-15:30 Fireside chat: Investing in Swiss FoodTech
​15:30-16:30 Meet the Swiss FoodTech startups (pitches & demos):

​ALLSUPPS: Game changing supplements
​Actidot: Swiss recovery drink
​Luya: Plant-based meat from fermented okara
​KONOÏ: Nutritious products from hemp
​Nuuro: Personal AI nutritionist
​Sallea: Edible scaffolds for cultivated meat
​Emotion Food Company: Tools for people suffering from chewing disorders
​Voltiris: Solar modules for greenhouses
​Gamaya: Digital agronomy solutions
​ProSeed: Raw materials from upcycled by-products
​Kidemis: Sustainable alternative to fishmeal and fish oil
​Verto: Transparent marketplace for commodity products

​16:30-17:30 Apéro & networking
​17:30 Event ends
Don't miss our quarterly updates of Valley startups seeking investment to scale their innovative solutions by registering here.
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Meet the Valley
2024-06-25 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-11 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-08-20 09:00 - 10:00 | Online event
“Meet The Valley” is a monthly virtual meet-up for anyone interested to find out more about Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley and the Swiss food ecosystem. You will get the chance to meet the SFNV team, tell us about your projects and ask us … anything! We recommend you choose to attend once at a time that fits your schedule and drop in by registration!
Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley is a nationwide initiative to develop, strengthen and promote food innovation in Switzerland and beyond. We address major challenges in food, agriculture, and nutrition by leveraging cutting-edge science and technology for a more sustainable future.
Why? You can get to know what the Valley does, why we exist, what we do and how we create value for our members. SFNV is all about collaboration! These sessions are also dedicated to answering YOUR questions. After a brief introduction the floor will be open to the participants for a Q&A, so come prepared!
Who? The sessions will be led by SFNV’s Managing Director – Christina Senn-Jakobsen, who is extremely passionate about food and innovation and is thrilled to meet you all.
When? “Meet the Valley” will be happening monthly, so if you can’t make it in the upcoming months – simply click on the “select a date” button and find the session that fits your schedule best.
Where? Sessions will be held via Zoom, here
Got more questions? Join us, meet the team behind the Valley, share ideas and discuss interesting Food Ecosystem related topics. The meet-ups are free.
We are looking forward to meeting you!
Your Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley

Sustainable Farming: accelerating the adoption of regenerative agriculture
2024-07-01 12:30 - 13:30 | Online event
SFNV Impact Forums are one-hour online seminars featuring Swiss and international experts that delve into the topics behind our Impact Platforms.
Why attend?
In just 60 minutes you’ll hear the latest insights from four expert speakers and then share knowledge and explore synergies with other attendees in our quick-fire Q&A session.
What?
Regenerative agriculture is a holistic farming system, designed to work in harmony with nature. Regenerative approaches can improve water and air quality, enhance ecosystem biodiversity, produce more nutrient-dense food, and store carbon to address climate change, while maintaining or improving economic sustainability.
Despite offering clear benefits for both farmers and the environment in the longer term, adoption remains relatively slow. What more can we do to help farmers mitigate the initial risks and costs of adopting regenerative practices today, to continue to scale these approaches in future?
Who?
The session will be led by the Valley's CEO, Christina Senn-Jakobsen, a passionate advocate for food system sustainability. She’ll be joined by three expert speakers from the Valley's ecosystem.

Alex von Hettlingen, Founder & Managing Director, Regenerativ Schweiz
Dr Anita Frehner, Research Scientist, Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FIBL)
Piera Waibel, Senior Advisor Regenerative Agriculture & Supply Switzerland for the Earthworm Foundation
Philippe Birker, COO & Co-Founder Climate Farmers

Would you like to join us?Just RSVP using the form below to save your seat in the virtual room and then drop into the Zoom meeting on the day using the details below.
Join Zoom Meeting
Can’t make it this time? We’ll be organising Impact Forums throughout 2024. Keep an eye on the Valley event calendar and LinkedIn or tell us about the topics you’re interested in and we’ll be in touch as soon as the events are scheduled in!

SFNV Valley After Hours at Grangeneuve, co-hosted with État de Fribourg & Agroscope
2024-07-02 16:30 - 19:30 | Grangeneuve, Rte de Grangeneuve 31, Posieux, Fribourg, 1725, Switzerland
Join us for Valley After Hours at beautiful Grangeneuve co-hosted with État de Fribourg and Agroscope on Tuesday July 2. This exclusive networking event will be a treat to engage your minds in the dynamics of Agrifood systems plus a short onsite tour of the Grangeneuve infrastructure.
Valley After Hours is curated by SFNV partners for SFNV partners to amplify networking and collaboration opportunities in an informal setting. Expect to meet a mix of SFNV partners, investors, industry experts, and a room full of curious minds from the Swiss food tech ecosystem.
How to get there? Here is a useful site map to find your way.
Meeting point is at the main building : R - Acceuil
Agenda
16:30 - Arrival, coffee & refreshments
16:45 - Welcome by SFNV & presentations

“Agroscope - The National Competence Center for Research in the Agriculture and Food Sector - an overview about our system approach in research and a glimpse into the future with exciting new capabilities at our new research campus in Posieux”

Mr. Fabian Wahl, Head of “Food Microbial Systems” Research Division, Agroscope

"The future of the dairy industry in the Canton of Fribourg"

Mr. Pascal Toffel, Director and Mr. Thomas Rime, Head of the Development and Innovation sector, Grangeneuve

“Fribourg Agri & Food strategy, the interplay of public policies at federal, cantonal and municipal levels supporting the development of an exemplary food ecosystem”

Mr. Jerry Krattiger, Director, Fribourg Development Agency
17:20 - Round Table: the future of dairy in the context of an evolving food system
18:00 - Grangeneuve Site-visit
18:40 - Networking - Apéro offered by Grangeneuve’s kitchen with the label “Fourchette verte” and is approved “Terroir Fribourg”
19:30 - End of event
For any questions, contact events@sfnv.ch

Wonders of Taste and SFNV Valley After Hours hosted by Givaudan
2024-09-09 14:00 - 20:30 | Givaudan International, Kemptpark 50, Kemptthal, 8310, Switzerland
AGENDA
Part 1: Wonders of Taste by Givaudan
14:00 – Arrival & Registration
14:15 – The Wonders of Taste Opening
Welcome by Alex Bastos, Givaudan Head Front End Innovation
14:30 – Masschallenge Startups to convince the Shark Tank
Selected startups come back, now with tailored and sharp pitches: Specialty novel ingredients, micro-algae, fermentation, cost effective tools, upcycling, nutrition, sustainable materials and more

AlgaeforFood
Angry Camel
CellX Biosolutions
EcoBean
FOTORTEC
Change Bio
Seaqure labs
Myriad Optics
Reify Nutrition
Rosalind Bioculture
Updairy
Veritas
Yeastime

16:00 – How to REALLY accelerate foodtech nowadays
A panel discussion between startups, investors and corporates on how to move the needle and create more successful storiesClosing & Thank you's
16:30 – Networking
Startups, accelerators, investors, B2C, B2B corporate innovators

Part 2: SFNV Valley After Hours
16:45 – Arrival & Registration
17:00 – Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley After Hours
Welcome by Christina Senn-Jakobsen, CEO, SFNV
17:10 – Keynote :: Back to the Future… of Food
Sarah Diaz, Global Marketing Manager Culinary, Givaudan will present an exciting and inspiring trip to the future, leveraging the latest AI based futurescaping platforms of Givaudan, looking at trends and weak signals which will shape up the food of the future
17:30 – SFNV Power-pitches
Hear from SFNV Startups for 1 min pitches and have the opportunity to network and try samples during the apéro.

Actidot
Cleangreens
foodflows
Saya Suka

17:40 – ZIC Tour :: Travelling to the Future
An exciting tour through the Givaudan Zurich Innovation Center, its capabilities, tools, products and technologies emerging and designing what consumers may be eating in the future
19:00 – Apéro, Networking & Power Pitches
Attention to Valley Partners : Do you want to take part in informal power pitches? Do you want to contribute some tasty samples or products during the apéro? Please contact us and let's make it happen.
About Valley After Hours: a curated event by SFNV partners for SFNV partners to amplify networking and collaboration opportunities in an informal setting. Expect to meet a mix of industry experts from large enterprises, academia, innovation enablers, SME’s and a room full of curious minds from the Swiss food tech ecosystem. The power of this event will not be in a PowerPoint but in the interactive in-person networking exchange. It is also an opportunity for the hosts to spotlight their organisation and give a sneak peek into innovation worth sharing.
Would you like to host the next Valley After Hours? Please reach out to our team !

Meet the Valley
2024-09-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Online event
“Meet The Valley” is a monthly virtual meet-up for anyone interested to find out more about Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley and the Swiss food ecosystem. You will get the chance to meet the SFNV team, tell us about your projects and ask us … anything! We recommend you choose to attend once at a time that fits your schedule and drop in by registration!
Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley is a nationwide initiative to develop, strengthen and promote food innovation in Switzerland and beyond. We address major challenges in food, agriculture, and nutrition by leveraging cutting-edge science and technology for a more sustainable future.
Why? You can get to know what the Valley does, why we exist, what we do and how we create value for our members. SFNV is all about collaboration! These sessions are also dedicated to answering YOUR questions. After a brief introduction the floor will be open to the participants for a Q&A, so come prepared!
Who? The sessions will be led by SFNV’s Managing Director – Christina Senn-Jakobsen, who is extremely passionate about food and innovation and is thrilled to meet you all.
When? “Meet the Valley” will be happening monthly, so if you can’t make it in the upcoming months – simply click on the “select a date” button and find the session that fits your schedule best.
Where? Sessions will online and link to the meeting will be in the RSVP.
Got more questions? Join us, meet the team behind the Valley, share ideas and discuss interesting Food Ecosystem related topics. The meet-ups are free.
We are looking forward to meeting you!
Your Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley

Meet the Valley
2024-10-22 08:30 - 09:30 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84118422938
“Meet The Valley” is a monthly virtual meet-up for anyone interested to find out more about Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley and the Swiss food ecosystem. You will get the chance to meet the SFNV team, tell us about your projects and ask us … anything! We recommend you choose to attend once at a time that fits your schedule and drop in by registration!
Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley is a nationwide initiative to develop, strengthen and promote food innovation in Switzerland and beyond. We address major challenges in food, agriculture, and nutrition by leveraging cutting-edge science and technology for a more sustainable future.
Why? You can get to know what the Valley does, why we exist, what we do and how we create value for our members. SFNV is all about collaboration! These sessions are also dedicated to answering YOUR questions. After a brief introduction the floor will be open to the participants for a Q&A, so come prepared!
Who? The sessions will be led by SFNV’s CEO – Christina Senn-Jakobsen, who is extremely passionate about food and innovation and is thrilled to meet you all.
When? “Meet the Valley” will be happening monthly, so if you can’t make it in the upcoming months – simply click on the “select a date” button and find the session that fits your schedule best.
Where? Sessions will be held via Zoom, here
Got more questions? Join us, meet the team behind the Valley, share ideas and discuss interesting Food Ecosystem related topics. The meet-ups are free.
We are looking forward to meeting you!
Your Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley

SFNV Impact Forum: Food & Nutrition Security
2024-11-11 12:30 - 13:30 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89762515831?pwd=[REDACTED]
SFNV Impact Forums are one-hour online seminars featuring Swiss and international experts that delve into the topics behind our Impact Platforms.
Why attend?
In just 60 minutes you’ll hear the latest insights from four expert speakers and then share knowledge and explore synergies with other attendees in our quick-fire Q&A session.
What?
Zero Hunger by 2030: that was the target of Sustainable Development Goal 2. Despite the looming deadline, in global terms we are far from reaching that aim. One in 11 people worldwide went hungry in 2023, with the number rising to 1 in 5 in Africa. Globally, we have seen an alarming rise since the last decade. With the global population forecast to reach 8.5 billion by the 2030 deadline and then keep rising, the issue is set to become all the more pressing.
Going beyond hunger, the amount of food available isn’t the only thing at stake. Ensuring everyone can eat a nutritionally complete diet is crucial too. In 2030, projections indicate that 582 million people will be chronically undernourished, causing a wide range of serious health problems. As a result, in 2023, almost 29% of the world’s population was classed as being moderately or severely food insecure. And as the drivers causing food & nutrition insecurity are intensifying and becoming more frequent, charting a path to security is becoming ever more pressing.
This session will explore the role that processed food can play in feeding the world.
Who?
The session will be led by Katarzyna (Kash) Winek, Head of Innovation Scaling & Global Engagement, a passionate advocate for food system sustainability. She’ll be joined by three expert speakers from the Valley’s ecosystem. We’ll share more details here as speakers are confirmed.
Would you like to join us?
Just RSVP below to save your seat in the virtual room and then drop in on the day using the details below.

Can’t make it this time? Tell us about the topics you’re interested in and we’ll be in touch as soon as the events are scheduled in!

Meet the Valley│Swiss Startups Edition 🚀🇨🇭
2024-11-12 11:00 - 12:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87045401718
Are you a Swiss startup looking to grow, innovate, and make an impact in the food ecosystem? “Meet The Valley” is a special one-time virtual session where you can discover how becoming a partner of Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley (SFNV) can benefit your business and help drive meaningful change.
Why attend?

Learn about the value of being part of SFNV—an exclusive network that fosters collaboration and innovation across the food ecosystem in Switzerland.
Explore how we support startups with tailored tools, events, and resources that accelerate growth, open doors to new opportunities, and connect you with key players in the industry.
See how SFNV partners work together to solve challenges in food, agriculture, and nutrition, shaping the future of sustainable food innovation.

After a brief introduction, we’ll open the floor for an interactive Q&A session, where you can ask questions, share your startup’s projects, and discuss collaboration opportunities within our ecosystem.
Why join us? This is your opportunity to connect with the SFNV team, learn how we empower startups, and understand the value of joining a collaborative network that drives food innovation. We look forward to hearing about your projects, sharing ideas, and discussing how being a Valley partner can help your startup thrive.
Best of all – it’s free!
👇 Register now, and we look forward to welcoming you to this exclusive session.
Kind regards,
The Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley Team

Meet the Valley
2024-11-21 16:30 - 17:30 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84488014559

State of Play Cultured Foods 2.0
2024-12-04 09:30 - 16:00 | Motorworld – The Valley Eventfactory, Kemptpark 3, Kemptthal, Zurich, 8310, Switzerland
Cultured foods offer a promising solution to some of the most pressing food system challenges. They also present a very significant market opportunity: experts predict that by 2050 cultured food could be a $1.1 trillion dollar industry, creating 9.8 million new jobs globally.
Since our first State of Play event back in 2023, the trends, technologies and legislative environment in this space have continued to evolve and many Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley partners are now actively involved in developing new solutions in this space.
At the same time, The Cultured Hub, a “Scale-up as a service” facility, jointly created by Valley partners Bühler and Givaudan, together with Migros, is now ready to open its doors.
Our second State of Play event will bring Swiss and international experts together again to consider what we can do to accelerate cultured food to market.
Programme
09:30 - Welcome & Networking Coffee
SETTING THE SCENE
10:00 - Welcome to Cultured Food 2.0, Christina Senn-Jakobsen, CEO, Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley
10:10 - The Swiss vision for cultured foods, Yannick Gächter, CEO, The Cultured Hub
10:20 - From policy to plate: Legal developments for novel foods in Switzerland, Ralph Langholz, Swiss Protein Association
10:30 - The global lens: Where are we heading? Carlotte Lucas, Head of Industry, The Good Food Institute Europe
10:40 - Audience Q&A, &Discussion with speakers
10:55 - Networking break
11:10 - When tradition meets innovation, campfire discussion with Illtud Dunsford, CEO and CoFounder of Cellular Agriculture Ltd
11:45 - Networking Lunch
DISCOVERING PERSPECTIVES
13:00 - Consumer Acceptance: Cultured Food vs Food Culture, Christine Schäfer, Senior Researcher, GDI Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute
13:20 - A Swiss startup's journey, Simona Fehlmann, Co-Founder & CEO, Sallea
13:40 - Savoring Innovation: The Journey and Taste of Cultivated Meat, Ira van Eeleen, Co-founder / CEO / Board member, RESPECTfarms / KindEarth.Tech / Cellulaire Agricultur Nederland
14:25 - Audience Q&A, &Discussion with speakers
14:40 - Quick Break
14:45 - Co-creation for future outcomes Workshop
15:30 - Tour of the Cultured Hub (optional)
16:00 - End
Why join us?

Network and share knowledge with cultured food innovators
Understand how the legal framework is evolving
Visit the new Cultured Hub in Kemptthal
Get inspired by innovative startups
Explore how we can team up to accelerate progress

Each Valley Partner can benefit from up to 2 complimentary tickets.

Meet the Valley
2024-12-12 09:00 - 10:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81887124269
“Meet The Valley” is a monthly virtual meet-up for anyone interested to find out more about Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley and the Swiss food ecosystem. You will get the chance to meet the SFNV team, tell us about your projects and ask us … anything! We recommend you choose to attend once at a time that fits your schedule and drop in by registration!
Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley is a nationwide initiative to develop, strengthen and promote food innovation in Switzerland and beyond. We address major challenges in food, agriculture, and nutrition by leveraging cutting-edge science and technology for a more sustainable future.
Why? You can get to know what the Valley does, why we exist, what we do and how we create value for our members. SFNV is all about collaboration! These sessions are also dedicated to answering YOUR questions. After a brief introduction the floor will be open to the participants for a Q&A, so come prepared!
Who? The sessions will be led by SFNV’s CEO – Christina Senn-Jakobsen, who is extremely passionate about food and innovation and is thrilled to meet you all.
When? “Meet the Valley” will be happening monthly, so if you can’t make it in the upcoming months – simply click on the “select a date” button and find the session that fits your schedule best.
Where? Sessions will be held via Zoom.
Got more questions? Join us, meet the team behind the Valley, share ideas and discuss interesting Food Ecosystem related topics. The meet-ups are free.
We are looking forward to meeting you!
Your Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley

Meet The Valley
2025-01-07 10:00 - 11:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83281690271
Are you interested in learning more about Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley (SFNV) and the thriving Swiss food ecosystem? “Meet The Valley” is our monthly virtual meet-up designed to introduce you to our mission and how we collaborate with partners to drive impact.
Why attend?

Get an introduction to SFNV—what we do, why we exist, and how we create value by developing tools and organizing events that support our partners.
Learn how we foster collaboration within the Swiss food ecosystem to tackle key challenges in food, agriculture, and nutrition.

After the introduction, we’ll open the floor for an interactive Q&A session, where you can share your projects, ask questions, and discuss topics like innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.
Who’s leading it? The sessions will be hosted by a member of the SFNV team, and our CEO, Christina Senn-Jakobsen, will join to answer your questions and share her passion for food innovation and partner collaboration.
When? “Meet The Valley” is held monthly. If you can’t attend the next session, simply choose a date that fits your schedule when registering.
Why join us? This is your opportunity to connect with the SFNV team, hear about the tools and events we’ve developed to support our partners, and explore how collaboration drives success in the Swiss food ecosystem. During the Q&A, we look forward to hearing about your projects, sharing ideas, and discussing exciting topics related to food innovation.
Best of all – it’s free!
👇 Register now, and we can’t wait to meet you soon.
Kind regards,
The Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley Team

SFNV Impact Forum: Cultured Food
2025-01-15 12:30 - 13:30 | https://staging.swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/sfnv-impact-forum-cultured-food/
SFNV Impact Forums are one-hour online seminars featuring Swiss and international experts that delve into the topics behind our Impact Platforms.
Why attend?
In just 60 minutes you’ll hear the latest insights from four expert speakers and then share knowledge and explore synergies with other attendees in our quick-fire Q&A session.
What?
Protein is one of the building blocks of life – essential to a balanced diet and necessary for growth and the repair of damaged tissues. Demand for protein is on the rise as the world’s population is projected to reach 10 billion by 2050 (1). 1 billion people around the world already do not consume enough protein (2) and our food system today accounts for 30% of global GHG emissions (3). Without innovation, it will be impossible to provide enough protein to meet demand while meeting the targets set out by the Paris Climate Agreement and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Building on Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley’s State of Play 2.0 event in December 2024, this online forum will provide both Swiss and international experts with an opportunity to continue to explore the trends and opportunities in this space and how we can scale the most promising approaches.
Who?
The session will be led by Christina Senn-Jakobsen, CEO of SFNV, a passionate advocate for food system sustainability. She’ll be joined by three expert speakers from the Valley’s ecosystem.

Yannick Gächter, CEO The Cultured Hub
Carlotte Lucas, Head of Industry, The Good Food Institute Europe
Ralph Langholz, Vice-President, Swiss Protein Associaiton

Would you like to join us?

Just RSVP below to save your seat in the virtual room and then drop in on the day using the details below.

Can’t make it this time? Tell us about the topics you’re interested in and we’ll be in touch as soon as the events are scheduled in!

Meet The Valley
2025-02-04 15:00 - 16:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87941134285

Meet The Valley
2025-03-06 08:30 - 09:30 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86399731982

SFNV Impact Forum: Controlled Environment Agriculture
2025-03-11 12:30 - 13:30 | https://staging.swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/sfnv-impact-forum-vertical-farming/
SFNV Impact Forums are one-hour online seminars featuring Swiss and international experts that delve into the topics behind our Impact Platforms.
Why attend?
In just 60 minutes you’ll hear the latest insights from three expert speakers and then share knowledge and explore synergies with other attendees in our quick-fire Q&A session.
What?
As the global population approaches 10 billion by 2050, the demand for sustainable and efficient food production systems has become a critical challenge. Controlled environment agriculture (CEA) – an advanced farming method that optimises plant growth by regulating factors like light, temperature, humidity, and nutrients in enclosed or semi-enclosed systems, enabling efficient, year-round food production – is one ways that innovators are looking to tackle this issue.
Join the Valley team and 3 expert speakers at our next Impact Forum to:

discover how Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) can enable year-round production, while improving quality and resource efficiency
hear how companies are tackling typical challenges around scalability and supply chain integration
connect with innovators and industry leaders in a live Q&A session.

Who?
The session will be led by Christina Senn-Jakobsen, the Valley’s CEO and a passionate advocate for food system sustainability. She’ll be joined by three expert speakers from the Valley’s ecosystem:

Martino Corti, Head of Innovation UMAMI
Fabian Wahl, Executive Board Member, Agroscope
Bruno Cheval, CEO, CleanGreens Solutions

Would you like to join us?
RSVP below to save your seat in the virtual room and then drop in on the day using the details below.

Can’t make it this time? Tell us about the topics you’re interested in and we’ll be in touch as soon as the events are scheduled in!

State of Play | Side stream valorisation
2025-03-18 13:30 - 17:30 | Welle 7, Schanzenstrasse 5, Bern, 3008, Switzerland
Our next State of Play event will explore where Switzerland stands today when it comes to side stream valorisation. Join us to meet the Swiss innovators who are developing innovative circular approaches and discover how companies can use their insights to create more sustainable business models.
What?
Side stream valorisation is all about finding new ways to transform by-products from food processing waste streams into new, high-value products.
Why now?

Policy momentum is growing: In line with the EU Farm to Fork Strategy, Switzerland has set an ambitious goal to halve food waste by 2030. Side stream valorisation has a key role to play in achieving these targets.
Technology is enabling new possibilities: Innovations in bioprocessing, fermentation, and precision drying are making it easier than ever to upcycle side streams into nutritious, functional ingredients.
Sustainability is shaping consumer choices: Consumer interest in sustainable food products is rising, with many brands incorporating upcycled ingredients into snacks, plant-based proteins, and functional foods.
Circular approaches are unlocking new business models: Side stream valorisation can cut CO₂ emissions while reducing costs and creating new revenue streams, making sustainability a win-win strategy.

Meet our speakers

Here's who will be sharing their insights:

Linda Grieder-Kern, Founder & CEO, Rethink Resource
Nicolas Dorsaz, Technology & Startup Scouting (Europe), Bühler Group
William Beiskjayer and Vincent Vida, Co-founder & COO, Upgrain
Flavio Hagenbuch, Co-founder, Luya
Tiffany Abitbol, Assistant Professor at EPFL in the Institute of Materials (IMX), EFPL
Tatjana Nebel, Project Lead, StreamUp, United Against Waste Schweiz
Aurèle Meyer, CEO, Brauerei Locher AG
Clemens Rüttimann, Mentor & Food Hub Wädenswil
Doris Erne, Founder & CEO, Wheycation
Karin Friedli, Deputy Managing Director, Circunis
Fabian Weinländer, Chief Transformation Officer, Blattmann Schweiz AG

Join us to dive deeper

Explore how technology is transforming food by-products into high-value ingredients
Uncover real-world success stories and new collaboration opportunities
Network with innovators from across the Swiss ecosystem
Taste their products for yourself

Programme schedule

13:30
Welcome & Arrivals

14:00
Welcome remarks, Sidestream valorisation
Christina Senn-Jakobsen, CEO, SFNV

14:10
Setting the Scene on sidestreams
Linda Grieder-Kern, Founder & CEO, RethinkResource

14:20
Exploring the solutions Technology as an enabler
Nicolas Dorsaz, Technology & Startup Scouting, Bühler Group

14:30
How Upgrain Transforms Brewers’ Spent Grain
William Beiskjayer, Co-founder & COO, Upgrain

14:40
Upcycling Beer Sidestreams: From Brewery to Brewbee
Aurèle Meyer, CEO, Brauerei Locher AG

14:50
Eat better, live better: Connecting taste, health and sustainability by upcycling side streams
Flavio Hagenbuch, Co-CEO & Co-founder, Luya Foods

15:00
Waste-to-Taste: Transforming Wet Byproducts of the Food Industry into New Nutritious Foods
Prof. Tiffany Abitbol, EPFL

15:10
QA with all

15:20
Networking Break

15:35
Panel Discussion "StreamUp – Grow your food, save impact"
Tatjana Nebel (moderator) - with Streamup!

16:05
Transforming glucose from potato sidestreams
Fabian Weinländer, Chief Transformation Officer, Blattmann Schweiz AG

16:15
Mini-break

16:20
Deep Dive tables

17:00
Closing
Christina Senn-Jakobsen, CEO, SFNV

17:05
"Taste the Waste" , 1-min Sidestream product pitches and networking

18:00
End of Event

Each Valley partner can benefit from two complimentary tickets. Other companies can join the event by buying a ticket via the link below.
With support from :

SFNV Startup Roundtable
2025-03-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Online event
We’re bringing the SFNV community together for our yearly online Startup Roundtable on March 20.
We’ll be diving into what’s cooking in the Valley, from must-know tools to exciting upcoming launches, so you stay ahead of the curve.
But most importantly, we want to hear from you:

What are your biggest needs right now?
Where can SFNV better support you?
How can we shape our partnership even further?

This is your chance to share, connect, and help shape the resources and ecosystem around you. Let’s make this an impactful conversation!
Invitations were sent to Valley partners – didn’t receive yours? Reach out to info@sfnv.ch

Meet The Valley
2025-04-08 16:00 - 17:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81599864552

SFNV Valley After Hours hosted by House of Lab Science
2025-04-10 17:00 - 20:30 | House of Lab Science, The Valley, Kemptpark 2,, Kemptthall, 8310, Switzerland
Join this Valley After Hours for the Grand Opening of House of Lab Science in The Valley!
The wait is over! On April 10th from 5:00 PM, House of Lab Science officially opens its doors in The Valley Kemptthal—and you’re invited!
Experience your ideal R&D lab space, connect with incredible companies and discover exciting collaboration opportunities at this vibrant innovation hub.
REGISTER HERE
AGENDA

17:00 – 17:30 – Doors Open

17:30 – 17:40 – Welcome Note – Oana Monica Vrabie, Co-founder House of Lab Science
Introduction to the new location at The Valley Kemptthal. Vision and mission of House of Lab Science. Importance of innovation ecosystems in biotech and food tech.

17:45 – 18:15 – Panel Discussion: How to build the Next Global Biotech/Foodtech Champion
Discussion on Topics: Scaling innovations from lab to global markets. Securing funding and investment for growth. Building strategic partnerships and collaborations

Christina Senn-Jakobsen,CEO @ SFNV
Alexandre Bastos, Head of Ventures @ Givaudan
Pascal Bieri, Co-founder @ Planted

18:15 – 18:30 – Ending Remarks, Christian Hugo Hoffmann, CEO @ HLS

18:30 – 20:30 Lab Tours & Apero Riche

The House of Lab Science is expanding, bringing the innovative Lab as a Service concept to Kemptthal. The state-of-the-art bio lab spaces are designed for Startups seeking flexibility, efficiency, and innovation, not only reduces operational costs but also accelerating time-to-market for groundbreaking technologies.
Be part of this milestone event! Connect with industry leaders, explore the new space, and discover how House of Lab Science can support your growth.
REGISTER HERE

Valley After Hours is curated by SFNV partners for SFNV partners to amplify networking and collaboration opportunities in an informal setting. Expect to meet a mix of SFNV partners, investors, industry experts, and a room full of curious minds from the Swiss food tech ecosystem. Do you want to host the next Valley After Hours? Reach out to events@sfnv.ch

SFNV Impact Forum: Nutrition & Longevity
2025-04-15 12:30 - 13:30 | https://staging.swissfoodnutritionvalley.com/event-listing/sfnv-impact-forum-nutrition-longevity-innovative-solutions-for-healthier-longer-lives/
SFNV Impact Forums are one-hour online seminars featuring Swiss and international experts that delve into the topics behind our Impact Platforms.
Why attend?
As the global population ages, the role of nutrition in promoting longer, healthier lives has never been more vital. How can scientific advancements, sustainable food solutions, and personalised nutrition strategies help extend both human lifespan and healthspan?
What?
Join us to explore what challenges and opportunities lie ahead for Switzerland, and Europe, in shaping the future of longevity-focused nutrition. Join experts at the intersection of food, health, and aging from academia and industry to share their insights on…

How targeted nutrition, functional foods, and precision diets are transforming the way we see longevity
The ways dietary interventions, gut microbiome research, and bioactive compounds influence longevity and age-related diseases
The impact of digital health technologies, and policy frameworks in ensuring that nutrition supports both individual and public health outcomes in aging populations
Opportunities to collaborate across Switzerland’s unique ecosystem in advancing dietary and health outcomes

Who?
Christina Senn-Jakobsen, the Valley’s CEO and a passionate advocate for food system sustainability, will chair the session. She’ll be joined by the following expert speakers from the Valley’s ecosystem.

Philipp Gut, Adult Health Lead at Nestlé Research & Development
Marco Borgato, Founder at Chōka, the first café concept that promotes longevity
Sophie Chabloz, Co-Founder & Chief Science Officer, Avea

Want to join us?
RSVP below to save your virtual seat, then drop in on the day using the details below.
Can’t make it this time?
Let us know the topics you’re interested in and we’ll be in touch as soon as corresponding events are scheduled.

SFNV Impact Forum: Sustainable Packaging
2025-05-08 12:30 - 13:30 | Online event
SFNV Impact Forums are one-hour online seminars featuring Swiss and international experts that delve into the topics behind our Impact Platforms.
Why attend?
In just 60 minutes you’ll hear the latest insights from four expert speakers and then share knowledge and explore synergies with other attendees in our quick-fire Q&A session.
What?
When we talk about packaging, all too often we focus on what’s not working. But well designed and well implemented packaging solutions have a crucial role to play in shaping more sustainable food systems – from reducing food loss and waste to ensuring that 10 billion people have access to safe and nutritious food.
Building on Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley’s State of Play event last June, this online forum offers an opportunity to delve further into the trends and opportunities, and how we can scale the most promising approaches.
Join us to explore what challenges and opportunities lie ahead for Switzerland, and Europe, in shaping the future of sustainable packaging. A panel of experts will share their insights why sustainable packaging is the future, including…

How growing awareness of sustainability and regulatory changes are driving shifts in consumer demand and behaviour
The importance of a multi-pillar approach: less packaging, better packaging, a vibrant ecosystem to drive forward development
The transformative potential of bio-based plastic packaging
Why plastic packaging pollution remains a serious issue
And how innovators are already scaling up sustainable packaging alternatives that extend shelf life and limit spoilage and waste.

Who?
The session will be led by Christina Senn-Jakobsen, SFNV's CEO, a passionate advocate for food system sustainability. She’ll be joined by expert speakers from the Valley's ecosystem.

Ann Lorentzon, Project Leader, RISE Research Institutes of Sweden
Davide Braghiroli, Director of Sustainability & Packaging Regulation, Tetra Pak
Frank Plessers, Founder & CEO, futuREproof

Would you like to join us?Just RSVP below to save your seat.

Can’t make it this time? Tell us about the topics you’re interested in and we’ll be in touch as soon as the events are scheduled in!

SFNV Valley After Hours hosted by COSAIC (formerly Cultivated Biosciences)
2025-05-13 17:00 - 20:00 | Horgen Labs Innovation Campus, Bachtobelstrasse 5, Horgen, Zurich, 8810, Switzerland
Join this Valley After Hours at the Horgen Innovation Labs hosted by COSAIC (formerly Cultivated Biosciences) as part of the official Side Event for Hack Summit.
Get ready to dive into the future of food at Cultivated's brand-new laboratory space. Hosted by the scientific team, this event is your chance to explore the innovative world of Cultivated Biosciences.
🚀 - Interactive Discussion Sessions – Exchange ideas with fellow innovators and Valley Partners
🔬 - Lab Tour(s)– Get an insider’s look at our latest prototyping and experience our emulsion
🥂 - Lively Networking – Connect with industry peers over drinks & bitesBe part of this exciting event where you can discover Cultivated's innovations connect with with industry leaders, explore the new space, and discover how House of Lab Science can support your growth.
REGISTER HERE to confirm your attendance

Valley After Hours is curated by SFNV partners for SFNV partners to amplify networking and collaboration opportunities in an informal setting. Expect to meet a mix of SFNV partners, investors, industry experts, and a room full of curious minds from the Swiss food tech ecosystem. Do you want to host the next Valley After Hours? Reach out to events@sfnv.ch

Walking the Valley: Meet the Swiss Food Ecosystem - For International Startups
2025-05-14 09:30 - 13:30 | Lausanne, Switzerland
Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley’s (SFNV) “Walking the Valley: Meet the Swiss Food Ecosystem” is an official side event of the Hack Summit for international startups. In its 4th edition, our goal is to introduce the attending international startups to key actors of the Swiss Food Ecosystem that comprise the Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley. Swiss startups will also share their experience with building a business in Switzerland. To get an idea of the energy in the room, watch the highlight film by clicking the link here.
This event is for international startups that want to meet Swiss food ecosystem players from corporations like Nestlé, dsm-firmenich, Givaudan, ADM, Tetra Pak, through innovation enablers like MassChallenge and Kickstart Innovation; to governmental representatives like Canton Vaud and Canton Fribourg. You will also hear from Swiss startups about their experience in building a business in Switzerland.
Agenda
09:30 – 10:00 Coffee meet & greet
10:00 – 10:15 Welcome & overview by Christina Senn-Jakobsen, SFNV CEO & Katarzyna Winek, Head of Innovation Scaling and Global Engagement
10:15 – 10:30 In the hiking boots of Swiss startups: Q&A with Swiss startups
10:30 – 11:00 Global startups 1 min power pitches
11:00 – 12:15 Walking the Valley: Speed dating with Swiss Ecosystem Players: Government, Large Enterprises, Investors, SME’s & Innovation Enablers
12:15 – 13:30 Innovation Lunch & Networking
REGISTER HERE
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