April 7, 2023
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In the food and beverage industry, the most successful brands are constantly in evaluation and optimization mode—especially when it comes to product packaging. Acting as an extension of the product itself, packaging plays an important role in attracting customers (and retailers), building brand reputation, communicating the brand mission, and preserving and protecting the integrity of the product inside. Depending on the type of packaging used, it can even help companies meet sustainability objectives. If your packaging needs an upgrade, getting a better understanding of the landscape and packaging trends can be a great place to start. We’ve pulled together a list of the top 8 annual food and beverage trade shows you don’t want to miss, covering coffee and liquid food and beverage to food and feed ingredients. These industry expos provide an opportunity to see new technologies in-person, network with other industry professionals, and engage in meaningful discussions. Check out our roundup to determine which event your company should explore further. Summary of the Top Food & Beverage Trade Shows The Packaging Expo For All Industries PACK EXPO (PMMI) In addition to the extensive exhibit floor, PACK EXPO offers a variety of educational sessions and networking opportunities, including presentations by industry experts and interactive workshops. This allows attendees to learn about industry trends and best practices, network with peers and potential partners, and gain valuable perspective on industry trends—all under one roof. Machinery for packaging coffee, dry foods, liquid foods, including manual and semi-automatic heat sealers. Single use liquid pouches, multi serving Fres-Flow and bag in box dispensing pouches for edible oils, fruit beverages, milk products, wine, etc. FIBC, Powder Bags, foil liners, wide range of printing capabilities examples. Coffee Market Trade Shows Coffee Fest NYC Coffee Fest NYC offers over 80+ hours of content through its organized seminars and open discussions, including paid, limited-capacity workshops that provide hands-on training and live Q&A with presenters. For attendees looking to add more buzz to their expo itinerary, they can participate in the Latte Art World Championship Open, a popular bracket-style competition where baristas showcase their skills and creativity in creating latte art. Offering customized flexible coffee-packaging equipment and materials. Starting with our one-way degassing valve, which remains the industry standard, the Fres-co name is synonymous with quality, reliability, and performance. From packaging machinery to individual components, such as custom-printed rollstock, valves or stock bags, Fres-co provides the systems and service that meet any packaging challenge. National Coffee Association Convention (NCA) Despite the event’s relatively smaller scale, it packs a punch with its community for networking— over 80% of convention registrants often carry C-suite titles, like chief executive officer, vice president, and director. The NCA Convention focuses on real issues, collaborative workshops, and growing an awareness of the coffee sector. Packaging for roasters from start up to high volume, Digital, Roto – and flexographic printing examples, stock bags, information on semi and fully automated form fill and seal machinery. Speciality Coffee Expo (SCA) In addition to the exhibits, attendees can also gather inspiration from the event’s coffee design awards and best new product competition. Exhibiting companies pre-submit entries and are awarded trophies during the course of the show. The work is on display, providing a unique space conducive to learning the stories behind the designs. Offering customized flexible coffee-packaging equipment and materials. Starting with our one-way degassing valve, which remains the industry standard, the Fres-co name is synonymous with quality, reliability, and performance. From packaging machinery to individual components, such as custom-printed rollstock, valves or stock bags, Fres-co provides the systems and service that meet any packaging challenge. Feed and Food Ingredient Market Trade Shows International Production and Processing Expo (IPPE) The event also boasts more than 200+ hours of educational seminars and workshops, that discusses important industry topics from environmental management, nutrition, physiology, pathology, processing and products, and avian diseases. Institute of Food Technologists Expo (IFT FIRST) In addition to the exhibitors, the event is grounded by its Science FIRST and Business FIRST programs, which provide live panels, keynotes, and fireside discussions to share the latest research and insights on how the industry can future-proof the food system, as well as provide helpful tips and strategies for startups, entrepreneurs, investors, and large companies in the food industry. SupplySide West (SSW) The event not only provides food and beverage manufacturers access to a wide range of ingredient suppliers—but also provides educational events with industry experts, networking receptions, and tasting bars, and more for a well-rounded experience. On average, SupplySide West welcomes 1,300+ exhibitors, 17,000 industry participants, and features over 10,000 ingredients and solutions. Liquid Food and Beverage Market Trade Shows California League of Food Processors (CLFP) In addition to the expansive trade show floor, there are multiple educational sessions that focus on current industry issues, and that feature speakers who are experts in the field. The event is hosted by the California League of Food Producers, an organization which has served as a voice and advocate for California’s food producing industry since 1905. Filling equipment and high-barrier materials for a variety of applications for both liquid and dry products. Our solutions target many food processing methods: low- and high-acid aseptic, Ultra-clean, ESL, post fill retort, hot-fill, ambient and frozen. Connect With Fres-co at the Packaging Trade Shows Our team will be exhibiting and live-demonstrating our flexible packaging solutions at many of the annual shows and packaging conventions mentioned above. These innovations are designed to address some of the most difficult issues facing companies that produce coffee, food, beverage, and food and feed ingredients. Stay tuned for more information on our upcoming expo schedule.
Organized by the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies (PMMI), PACK EXPO provides access to the latest innovations and technologies in packaging and processing equipment and materials. Designed to showcase and offer everything needed to compete in a changing marketplace, PACK EXPO is the most efficient and effective way to discover packaging and processing solutions from thousands of exhibitors across over 40 vertical markets.Fres-co Features at PACK EXPO:
Coffee Fest NYC is a 3-day immersive experience that brings together the specialty coffee community to showcase the latest technologies and equipment, drive thought leadership, and stimulate business growth. The event is held annually in New York City and attracts thousands of attendees and a diverse range of exhibitors, from coffee growers and roasters to equipment manufacturers and service providers. Coffee Fest NYC also takes place alongside the International Restaurant and Foodservice Show of New York, so you can take advantage of two great shows all under one roof.Fres-co Features at Coffee Fest NYC:
The annual NCA Convention brings together approximately 800 key leaders and decision-makers from across the coffee sector to delve deeper into critical industry issues, share new ideas and insights, and connect with the coffee community. The event is led by the National Coffee Association, an organization which has been at the forefront of industry advancement for over 100 years. Fres-co Features at NCA:
The Specialty Coffee Expo is touted as the coffee professional’s one-stop shop for everything they need to succeed in the coffee industry—and more. With over 10,000 total visitors, including international attendees, the event is ideal for experiencing firsthand the latest coffee innovations and for connecting with like-minded industry professionals. The exhibit hall features hundreds of exhibitors, ranging from coffee roasters and equipment manufacturers to baristas and suppliers, as well as informational lectures from industry-respected experts.Fres-co Features at SCA:
The International Production and Processing Expo (IPPE) is the world’s largest trade fair for the poultry sector, covering every element of the supply chain from feed to processing and packaging. Every segment of the industry is represented at this event, from feed milling to hatchery, live production, processing, marketing and all support activities. It attracts more than 32,000 visitors and 1,500 exhibitors a year.Fres-co Features at IPPE:
The IFT FIRST event—now an acronym for Food Improved by Research, Science, and Technology—brings together innovators, researchers, and academics in an effort to help solve food-centric challenges and generate future innovation. On average, IFT FIRST attracts more than 18,000 people and nearly 2,000 expo booths from the most comprehensive collection of food ingredient, equipment, processing, technology, and packaging solution providers.Fres-co Features at IFT FIRST:
SupplySide West and Food Ingredients North America (FiNA) attracts both ingredient buyers and suppliers from the dietary supplement, beverage, functional food, personal care and sports nutrition industries from all over the world. The event’s focus is to promote the buying and selling of ingredients to help bring new and innovative finished products to market. Fres-co Features at SSW:
Held annually in February, the California League of Food Processors (CLFP) is California’s largest food processing expo. The event serves as a melting pot for thousands of food processors and allied industry members to come together to establish connections with new vendors, network with industry experts, and learn about the latest products and services available to the food processing industry.Fres-co Features at CLFP:
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