Meet The Valley
2025-04-08 16:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Zurich) | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81599864552
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 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
With support from

Investing in the Valley: Meet the Swiss FoodTech Startups – For Investors
2025-05-14 14:30 - 17:30 | Lausanne, Switzerland
Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley’s (SFNV) “Investing in the Valley” is an official side event of the Hack Summit.
​“Investing in the Valley” is for Investors who 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)
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.
REGISTER HERE
With support from

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SFNV Impact Forum: Food & Mental Health
2025-06-10 12:30 - 13:30 | https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8bAJL5pZQkO6es8FUFWn5Q
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 delve into the critical connection between dietary habits and mental well-being within the Swiss context. Explore how nutritional choices influence mental health, the role of food security, and innovative approaches to integrating nutrition into mental health strategies. We will hear perspectives from healthcare professionals, nutritionists, policymakers, and community leaders to develop actionable solutions that enhance mental well-being through dietary interventions and share their insights on…

How targeted nutrition, functional foods, and precision diets are transform our mental health
The ways dietary interventions, gut microbiome research, and bioactive compounds influence our thinking
Opportunities to collaborate across Switzerland’s unique ecosystem in advancing dietary and mental 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.

Roland Pfeuti, Co-founder & Director, HEALTHY-LONGER GmbH
Andreas Lackmann, Founder, all about FUNGI
Dr.Teresa Cramer, Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer, FoodFor Labs

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.

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SFNV’s General Assembly & 5th Anniversary Celebration
2025-10-02 14:00 - 23:00
Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley is turning five!
Join us for a special edition of our Annual General Assembly, followed by a vibrant celebration of our community’s achievements and the future of food innovation.
Key details

Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025
Time: 14:00 - 23:00
Location:Stellwork & Grosse Schanze, Bern (2-minute walk from Bern station

Register nowEvent Highlights
🕑 14:00 – 16:00 | General Assembly & coffee
Join us for updates on our 2024 activities and financials, a look ahead to 2025-2026, and key governance decisions. Cast your vote, sip some coffee, and connect with fellow partners as we shape the future of SFNV together.

🎉 16:00 – 22:00 | A celebration of the Swiss food innovation ecosystem: past, present and future
Let's raise a glass to how far we’ve come – and where we’re headed! Get ready to enjoy:

Tasty bites and bold sips from Valley startups
Interactive networking games
Inspiring talks from ecosytem leaders and Valley partners
Live music to keep the vibes going

Don’t miss this opportunity to come together, celebrate, and shape the next chapter of SFNV’s journey. Stay tuned for more details, including a detailed program and General Assembly pre-read. We look forward to celebrating with you!

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ZFV Rising Stars Breakfast
2025-11-18 08:30 - 10:00 | B1 Rooftop Bistot, St. Alban-Anlage 26, Basel, 4002, Switzerland
Valley Early Hours | Hosted by ZFV
For this special breakfast edition of our Valley After Hours series, we’re joining forces with our partner ZFV during the Igeho, the leading Swiss platform for hospitality innovation in Basel, on 18 November – just ahead of the Rising Star Awards Final later that day.
Together, we’ll dive into the opportunities and challenges presented by open innovation in the food and hospitality sectors.
Here's what you can expect:

Hear inspiring stories of how food and catering businesses have turned ideas into impact.
Listen to a thought-provoking panel discussion with leading experts from across the Swiss ecosystem.
Taste and experience Swiss food innovation through a delicious breakfast with EggField, the Rising Star Award winner in 2023.
Network with colleagues from across the Swiss food and circular innovation ecosystem.

All attendees will receive a free Igeho day pass. Register below to join us.
Event details
08:30 Guest arrival and registration09:00 Panel discussion

Christian Gerber, Head of Innovation Management, ZFV
Silvan Leibacher, Co-Founder & CEO, EggField
Nicola Gryczka Kirsch, Entrepreneur in Residence and Advisor, EHL

09:30 Networking breakfast10:00 Closing and transition to Igeho

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Ecotrophelia Switzerland 2026 - National Competition
2026-04-17 13:00 - 17:00 | HES-SO Valais/Wallis, Rue de l'Industrie 19, Sion, Valais, 1950, Switzerland
Ecotrophelia Switzerland is the national student food innovation competition where multidisciplinary teams from Swiss universities develop and pitch sustainable, market-ready food products before an expert jury of industry and academic leaders.
The winning team goes on to represent Switzerland at Ecotrophelia Europe, one of Europe’s leading student competitions in food product innovation, held during SIAL Paris (18–19 October 2026).
This event brings together selected representatives from industry, academia, and the Swiss food innovation ecosystem for an afternoon of pitches, evaluation, and structured networking.

Who Should Attend
Ecotrophelia Switzerland is designed primarily for:

Industry professionals active in food innovation, R&D, strategy, or talent scouting
University representatives and academic programme leaders
Innovation ecosystem partners
Participating student teams

Due to the focused format and limited capacity, the event is tailored to professionals and stakeholders directly engaged in food innovation.
SFNV reserves the right to review registrations to ensure alignment with the competition’s objectives.

Programme Snapshot (timings might vary)

13:00 – 13:30 – Welcome coffee & Registration
13:30 – 13:50 – Introduction to Ecotrophelia
13:50 – 15:10 – Team pitches & Q&A
15:10 – 16:00 – Jury deliberation & networking
16:00 – 16:30 – Awards ceremony
16:30 – 17:00 – Closing networking

Our Partners
Gold Partner
Silver Partners
Bronze Partner

Registration
Attendance is free of charge, but registration is required.
Places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority given to SFNV partners and stakeholders active in the Swiss food innovation ecosystem.
If you are unsure whether this event is relevant for you, please contact maelle@sfnv.ch.

Walking the Valley
2026-04-22 09:00 - 12:00 | Impact Hub Lausanne, Beaulieu Circulaire, Av. Bergières 10, Lausanne, 1004, Switzerland
Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley’s (SFNV) annual “Walking the Valley” event aims to introduce international startups to key actors in the Swiss Food ecosystem – from corporations like Nestlé, dsm-firmenich, Givaudan, and Tetra Pak through innovation enablers like MassChallenge and Kickstart Innovation to governmental representatives like Canton Vaud and Canton Fribourg.
You will also get the opportunity to network with Swiss startups and hear about their experiences of building a business in Switzerland.
Check out the video of our 2024 edition here.
With support from:

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Investing in the Valley
2026-04-22 13:00 - 17:00 | Impact Hub Lausanne, Beaulieu Circulaire, Av. Bergières 10, Lausanne, 1004, Switzerland
Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley’s (SFNV) annual “Investing the Valley” event connects Swiss startups to investors interested in helping them scale. A full agenda and confirmation of the date and venue will follow in early 2026.
Eager to join the event?Click on the "register now" button.
Just can't wait until April?Investors can also sign up to receive a quarterly DealFlow by email here.
With support from:

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2026-05-05 14:00 - 15:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83454804200

Annual Valley Day & GA 2026 (Partners Only)
2026-05-21 09:00 - 14:30 | House of the University of Bern Schlösslistrasse 5 3008 Bern, House of the University of Bern Schlösslistrasse 5, Bern, Bern, 3008, Switzerland
We look forward to welcoming you to our Annual Valley Day & General Assembly on Thursday May 21st, 2026 in Bern.
Our Annual Valley Day & GA offers a great opportunity to network, get inspired, taste the future of food, and contribute to building future-proof food systems.
Programme: Nutrition for Health
09:00 – 09:30 | Welcome Coffee09:30 – 11:00 | General Assembly (exclusive for Valley partners)11:00 – 11:30 | Networking, Coffee Break, and Partner Booths around our theme "Nutrition for Health"11:00 – 12:45 | Keynote Session & Power Pitches from new Valley Partners12:45 – 14:30 | Networking Lunch (open to Valley guests)
Please note that this event is reserved for our partners, and tickets are limited. Selected guests may attend through an application form (RSVP ticket).
We appreciate your continued engagement and look forward to shaping the future of food together.

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