Michele Siekerka President & CEO | New Jersey Business & Industry Association
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New Jersey Review | Jun 9, 2025

Rutgers hosts annual NJ FoodTech Conference focusing on collaboration

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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