BIOFACH 2025 kicks off with a diverse offering and sustainable impetus for the food sector
From February 11 to 14, 2025, the industry will come together in the biometropolis to tackle global challenges together and build networks. This year's main theme of the accompanying congress is "Yes, we do! How change succeeds in the organic food industry". Around 2,300 exhibiting companies from 94 countries will present the diversity and innovative strength of the organic world. "Biofach 2025 shows how the industry is actively shaping change. In times of multiple crises, the ecological transformation is more important than ever. With its comprehensive offering in nine exhibition halls and the congress, BIOFACH sees itself as a signpost. It offers orientation, exchange and forward-looking impulses," explains Dominik Dietz, Director BIOFACH.
At BIOFACH 2025, players along the entire value chain will get a comprehensive overview of the products and services on offer. In nine exhibition halls, they will discover the product diversity of international exhibitors. They come from all over the world, especially from Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, France and Austria. Almost half of the companies have organic raw materials for food and natural cosmetics as well as vegetarian and vegan alternatives in their range. This trend is also reflected in the BIOFACH Trends 2025. The trend jury, consisting of experts from the organic and sustainability sector, has identified the industry trends "NextLevel Plant-based, and "We, Myself and I" for this year. The former describes the dynamic development of plant-based alternatives on the market. Innovative products that combine taste and sustainability are setting new standards. "We, Myself and I" shows the contradiction between idealism and hedonism. Price and variety are at the forefront of purchasing decisions, while the issue of sustainability has become less important. Nevertheless, the desire for transparency and environmental awareness towards manufacturers remains.
This can also be observed at product level. Product trends in 2025 range from rebellious organic moments of pleasure (Rebel's Choice) and plant-based taste experiences (Vegan en Vogue) to high-quality convenience products (Culinary Ease) and organic drinks for every occasion (Cheers to Every Moment) to food with added value (Functional Finesse).
Highlights in the supporting program
In 171 individual sessions, the BIOFACH Congress 2025 offers space for thought leaders in the industry. Seven specialist forums will cover topics such as market developments, trends, political framework conditions, best practice examples and food for thought. The focus theme for 2025, designed by the national conceptual sponsor of BIOFACH, the German Federation of the Organic Food Industry, the international patron, IFOAM - Organics International, and BIOFACH, is: "Yes, we do! How change can succeed in the organic food industry". As an interactive format, the SustainableFutureLab invites visitors to discuss critical topics and open up new perspectives. Numerous program highlights will be streamed live via BIOFACH digital and will be available as video-on-demand for around six months after the trade fair. The networking tools make it easier to exchange ideas with industry experts.
A broad supporting program with many innovations and highlights awaits trade visitors. On the INNOVATION STAGE and PRESENTATION STAGE, the stage is set for young start-ups and organic pioneers with their wide range of products and creative ideas. In addition to plant-based solutions, the PLANETARY HEALTH (formerly VEGAN) world of experience will also cover topics such as planet-healthy nutrition and wholesome foods in 2025. The range on offer in the special area for organic food outside the home has been further expanded. Here, interested visitors will find best-practice examples and exhibitor presentations, as well as live cooking sessions and tours that provide in-depth insights specifically for communal catering.
What the future of organic could look like can be seen, for example, at the Innovations stand and at the International Newcomers & Start-ups in Hall 4A, at the "Young Innovators" joint stand sponsored by the Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection (BMWK) and at the BIOFACH Start-up Pitches. Participants are also cordially invited to vote for their favorite product digitally or at the innovation stand for the Best New Product Award. This will be awarded in 12 categories on the last day of the trade fair.
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