Rutgers hosts annual NJ FoodTech Conference focusing on collaboration

Michele Siekerka President & CEO - New Jersey Business & Industry Association
Michele Siekerka President & CEO - New Jersey Business & Industry Association
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New Jersey will host the NJ FoodTech 2025 conference at Rutgers University on June 25. The event, organized by Middlesex County and Rutgers University’s Food Innovation Center, will run from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Rutgers Student Center in New Brunswick.

The conference, now in its third year, aims to unite food industry stakeholders such as entrepreneurs, researchers, students, investors, and public-sector leaders. The theme for this year is “Collaborate to Innovate,” highlighting the importance of public-private partnerships in advancing the food industry.

Participants can look forward to panels and discussions on topics including:

– Public-private collaborations driving innovation and regional economic growth
– Scalable retail and distribution strategies for emerging food brands
– Strategic partnerships fueling the rise of functional foods and beverages
– Investment trends and market forecasts defining the future of food manufacturing

Registration is currently open with a discounted fee of $65 available until June 23.

For more information or to register, visit NJ FoodTech 2025 – Food Innovation Center.



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