
FOOD FORWARD, organized by NL Eats, is our fifth annual conference. It brings together national voices in food security, agritech, AI, and youth empowerment to explore urgent food system challenges—and spotlight the bold ideas redefining what comes next.
Key Themes and Topics




Foundations of food systems blending tradition, Indigenous knowledge, local networks, and modern precision farming.
- Traditional farming and Indigenous knowledge systems
- Land stewardship and community agriculture
- Regenerative agriculture and green initiatives
- Precision agriculture and smart farming tools
- Cultural food heritage and food sovereignty
Global food systems shaped by climate, policy, supply chains, and the flow of ideas and impact.
- Climate change and environmental resilience
- Policy shifts and global food governance
- Sustainable supply chains and circular food economies
- Water use, conservation, and agricultural impact
- Case studies on real-time food system disruptions
Future-focused food innovations driving transformation through tech, startups, and AI-powered solutions.
- Agri-tech and AI applications in food systems
- Food innovation and biotech
- Alternative proteins and future food products
- Venture capital and startup ecosystems
- Digital transformation in agriculture
Changemakers shaping a better food future through leadership, empowerment, and inclusive innovation.
- Youth empowerment and leadership in agri-food
- Equity, diversity, and inclusion in food systems
- Career opportunities and skills development in agriculture
- Cross-sector collaboration and partnerships
- Visionary storytelling and systems thinking
Innovation Challenge Highlights
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Innovation Challenge Kickoff : TBA
Participant orientation & mentor briefing
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Solution Presentations : TBA
Teams pitch their solutions
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Winner Announcements Time: TBA
Judges’ feedback & award ceremony
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