The summit is a one day conference bringing together leading UK and Irish food company executives and retailers, along with policy makers, research managers and educationalists to:
- Discuss key challenges and opportunities that exist acrossboth islands for suppliers, manufacturers and retailers.
- Identify opportunities for enhanced business through greater collaboration.
- Understand how innovation, research and knowledge within a broader European context can create a strong platform for enhancing the competitiveness of the food sector.
The morning session, which will feature presentations by leading UK and Irish food CEO’s and international food policy experts, will focus on a number of strategic issues for the food industry and how these can be addressed through greater collaboration. The afternoon session will explore how a broader European approach connecting excellence in education, entrepreneurship, science and innovation can help the industry respond to new challenges and opportunities in the areas of health, food security, food safety and sustainability.
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