Event type: Physical

Building on last year’s Climate Week and the agreed Memorandum of Understanding between the Danish Technological Institute and North Carolina State University, a Danish delegation now marks the next step in turning shared ambitions within biosolutions and agricultural technology into concrete collaboration.

From 20–24 April, a diverse Danish delegation, jointly organised by the Danish Trade Council in North America and the Danish Agriculture & Food Council, will engage with one of the leading agricultural technology hubs in the United States, the Research Triangle region.The delegation counts following Danish companies:

Alfa Laval
AlleloBio
Ammongas
Collaborome
FOSS
Novonesis
The Danish Technological Institute

The programme includes
• A deep dive into North Carolina’s agri-food and life sciences ecosystem at First Flight Venture Center
• Pitch sessions and direct engagement with industry partners at NC Plant Sciences Initiative
• Curated site visits and B2B meetings with leading companies and agricultural producers

Denmark’s agri-food sector is globally recognised for its cross-sector approach and strong innovation ecosystem. With a dedicated focus on biosolutions, biotechnology, and climate-smart production, the delegation will showcase how Danish solutions can support the green transition of food systems.

At the same time, North Carolina offers unique opportunities, particularly for start-ups, through a strong research environment and a well-established network across agriculture and food production.

By connecting Danish strengths with North Carolinian priorities, the ambition is clear: to build long-term partnerships and create tangible business opportunities in a key international market.

Read more about Denmark’s strongholds in biosolutions and innovative technologies.

De internationale markeder er i bevægelse. Det åbner nye muligheder ikke mindst i den grønne omstilling og på nye markeder. Det kalder på skarpt fokus og en målrettet indsats for Danmarks globale position. Kom med til en aktuel og vigtig dag for dansk fødevare- og fødevareteknologieksport.

Hvad kan du forvente?
En inspirerende dag med fokus på eksportmuligheder i fødevareklyngen. Du møder centrale aktører fra den danske fødevaresektor og får indsigt i de nyeste tendenser på vigtige eksportmarkeder.

Hvem er dagen for?
Arrangementet er for alle, der arbejder med eller interesserer sig for eksport i fødevareklyngen. Det gælder både virksomheder, organisationer, myndigheder og beslutningstagere.

Hvorfor deltage?
Fødevareklyngen navigerer i en tid med stigende usikkerhed på de internationale markeder. Det gør samarbejde og en fælles indsats om eksport vigtigere end nogensinde.

Eksport og handel er centrale drivkræfter for klyngens udvikling. Samtidig ændrer de globale vilkår sig, og nye geopolitiske forhold stiller større krav til strategisk navigation. Udfordringer som forsyningsproblemer, klimaforandringer, protektionisme og nye handelsbarrierer kræver omstilling og nytænkning.

Nærmarkederne er fortsat vigtige, og EU spiller en afgørende rolle for samhandlen. Samtidig rummer den grønne omstilling og øget fokus på bæredygtighed nye muligheder for Danmark, blandt andet med afsæt i Trepartsaftalen om et grønt Danmark. Aftalen styrker Danmarks position som foregangsland inden for udvikling og eksport af grønne løsninger og kan åbne nye markeder samt bidrage til at reducere den globale klimabelastning. Samlet set er der behov for en styrket og målrettet eksportindsats.

Dagen byder på:

• Ekspertviden med aktuelle analyser og perspektiver fra politikere, økonomer og brancheeksperter
• Netværk med centrale aktører og mulighed for nye samarbejder og partnerskaber
• Inspiration til at omsætte udfordringer til løsninger, der styrker eksportpotentialet
• Dialog og sparring med markedsspecialister om rammevilkår og initiativer for eksport

Eksportdagen giver dig mulighed for at styrke din virksomheds position og få ny viden, inspiration og konkrete redskaber til at udvikle eksporten og fastholde fødevareklyngens internationale styrke.

 

Make sure to come by the pavilion of Denmark at this year’s Food & Hotel Asia – Food & Beverage, April 8 to 11, 2025 in Singapore.   

Danish Industry and Mixology International has organised a strong Danish presence at Food & Hotel Asia – Food & Beverage. Companies from the Danish food cluster will be showcasing strongholds in innovative technology, quality and safety, sustainability, and much more. 

Continuous research and development are keys to maintaining Denmark’s leading position on the international stage. With this in mind, a vision for world-class innovation has been set for 2030. The aim is to continue building on the strong foundations for producing safe, high-quality food – to the benefit of the country’s international business partners and to consumers the world over. 

Come by the Danish pavilion, network, and do business with Danish food suppliers specialised in conventional, processed, organic, plant-based, beverages, bakery, food service, suppliers and services. 

His Majesty the King of Denmark will undertake an accession visit to Japan from April 23 to 25, 2025, accompanied by the Minister of Food, Agriculture, and Fisheries. As part of this visit, leading Danish food, beverage, and agriculture companies will join the official business delegation to Tokyo and Osaka.

Denmark’s food sector is renowned for its strong cross-disciplinary collaboration, making it one of the world’s most innovative food clusters.

Collaboration and innovation in Denmark are drivers of green transition and sustainable development. Japan and Denmark are both nations with strong ambitions for sustainable developments in the food and agriculture sector.

The Danish food delegation is eager to explore new opportunities for collaboration across the entire food value chain between Japan and Denmark. Throughout the visit, delegates will also highlight the role of culinary diplomacy in fostering meaningful networks and building strong partnerships, from gastronomy to innovative technology.

The Tokyo segment of the program will feature a high-level business lunch and conference at the Meiji Kinenkan, attended by H.M. the King, along with an exclusive reception at the Danish Ambassador’s residence, where H.M. the King will be the guest of honor. Additionally, the program includes a full day of visits and meetings with key stakeholders and leading companies in the local food and agribusiness sectors.

In Osaka, delegates will have the opportunity to network and connect with local partners at Denmark Day in the Nordic Pavilion at the World Expo, as well as explore other areas of the Expo.

Want to know more or receive information from the event?
Contact: Mie Lauritzen, Director, Food Nation

Phone: +45 21286639

Email: miol@foodnationdenmark.dk

Join FOODEX Japan 2025 and be inspired by the latest product news and trends within the entire food industry.

FOODEX Japan, Asia’s largest food and beverage exhibition, has been a leading event since its start in 1976. Annually, it draws representation from over 60 countries globally and attracts more than 80,000 exhibitors and 4,000,000 buyers.

The Danish food cluster will once again participate at FOODEX Japan in 2025 and the Danish Pavillion is being organised by Danish Industry and co-organised by Bio aus Dänemark.

Danish food and beverages are celebrated for their quality, safety, and innovation, catering well to the refined preferences of Japanese consumers. Visit the Danish Pavilion for a professional and innovative experience, establish meaningful business connections, and discover the latest trends within the Danish food cluster.

Which Danish companies can you meet?

• Andersen Winery
• Chocolate and Love
• CONTEMPEHRARY
• Copenhagen Distillery
• Copenhagen Sparkling Tea Company
• DRYK
• Fynbo Foods
• Northern Greens
• Organic Plant Protein
• Raw Culture
• The Brew Company
• Too Good To Go
• Uhhmami

Danish and Greenlandic food and beverage companies are showcasing their products and solutions at the Danish and Greenlandic Food and Beverages Days in Seoul, South Korea January 14 – 15, 2025.  

Companies from The Kingdom of Denmark are offering a unique opportunity to network and experience Danish and Greenlandic solutions during two days of B2B-meetings, seminars, site visits, and network sessions.  

According to Food Nation’s Insight Report 2024, 87% of South Korean decision-makers agree that Denmark is a leading food and agricultural nation

The Food and Beverages Days in Seoul are the perfect occasion to expand this position by diving into company-specific cases of innovation, safety, and sustainability inherent in the Danish food and beverage products.

 Denmark’s excellence in food and beverage production stems from innovative collaboration, natural resources and unique climate. From the North Atlantic waters around Greenland, renowned for yielding fish and seafood of exceptional quality, to the fertile farmland, where long summer days and mild winters promote slow crop growth, Denmark consistently delivers products with unparalleled flavor, freshness, and depth – qualities that distinguish Danish food and beverages globally. 

Meet the following companies from Denmark and Greenland:  

Copenhagen Distillery 

Gumlink 

Kangamiut Seafood 

Munkebo Seafood     

Nordic Ethanol 

Royal Greenland                                                            

Østerberg Food Service                   

Denmark is ready to showcase strongholds in climate efficiency and sustainability at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. November 11 – 22, 2024, Denmark Pavilion in Blue Zone(H8) is a platform for side events, networking, informal meetings, receptions as well as bilateral meetings.

According to the United Nations, the global food system is responsible for about a third of all global greenhouse gas emissions. In the face of the escalating climate crisis, transforming our agriculture and food systems is more than a necessity – it’s an opportunity for green innovation and eco-friendly solutions.

A relentless focus on efficiency, productivity, and cross-sector collaboration is driving Denmark’s food and agriculture industry toward the national ambition of climate neutrality by 2045. The Danish food and agriculture sector will be part of the Denmark Pavilion at COP29, engaging in the global climate agenda.

Ministry of Food, Agriculture, and Fisheries at COP29

Delegates from the The Ministry of Food, Agriculture, and Fisheries will participate in COP29 on November 12-13, where they will engage in discussions on critical themes such as climate finance in agriculture, the integration of climate, biodiversity, and food systems, and international cooperation on energy transitions.

The agenda includes sessions on global forest protection, the transformation of sustainable food systems, and bilateral discussions to strengthen environmental partnerships.

Food Day at Denmark Pavilion (H8)

Event 1: Decarbonizing food systems and advancing global resilience through agricultural innovation

Date: November 19, 2024
Time: 11:15 – 12:00
Location: Denmark Pavilion (Blue Zone, H8), COP29 (Food, Agriculture, and Water Day)

Food Nation’s “5 Pathways to Accelerate the Green Transition” and the AIM for Climate and UN Foundation’s report, “Cultivating Transformative Investments in Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems Innovation,” will provide the framework for the session and showcase innovative approaches and solutions to scaling sustainability and resilience in food systems.

Experts from diverse sectors will discuss key strategies, including public-private partnerships, climate finance, technology, and the role of Indigenous food systems, to support an inclusive and climate-resilient transformation of agriculture and food production.

Agenda highlights

Motivational speech: From COP29 to COP30: Progress and pathways in aligning climate and agriculture
By Lasse Bruun – Director, Climate & Food at UN Foundation

Panel discussion: Global perspectives on sustainable food systems  

• Engaging youth for climate resilience in agriculture
  By Elizabeth Gulugulu – Advisory and policy expert at SustainSphere Advisory
• The Role of finance in catalysing climate action in agriculture
  By Juan Carlos Mendoza – Director for Environment, Climate, Gender and Social Inclusion Division at IFAD
• Innovation on the ground with farmers driving the decarbonisation of food systems
  Sophie Gregory – Organic farmer and member of Arla Foods’ Board of Representatives

Closing remarks and Q&A Session
By Lise Walbom – CEO at Food Nation 

Event 2: Bridging the Divide: Collaborative Pathways for Sustainable Agriculture and Climate Action

Date: November 19, 2024
Time: 13:00 – 13:45
Location: Denmark Pavilion (Blue Zone, H8), COP29 (Food, Agriculture, and Water Day)

Organised by Danish Agriculture and Food Council, in collaboration with State of Green and Food Nation, the event will focus on the climate challenge. Denmark has pioneered a collaborative model through a ‘Tripartite Agreement’ that unites government, farmers, and NGOs in an ambitious strategy for sustainable agriculture. This session will examine how Denmark’s model, including measures like peatland rewetting, forest establishment, and a greenhouse gas tax, can inspire similar partnerships worldwide.

Dates: September 17-19, 2024
Locations: Jeżewo Stare, Warsaw, and Mazovian Voivodship, Poland

An insightful, high-level three-day delegation focused on advancing sustainable practices in cattle and dairy production. Hosted by the Polish Federation of Cattle Breeders and Milk Producers, this delegation brings together industry leaders, innovators, and experts from Poland and Denmark to discuss the latest developments in sustainable agriculture and resource-efficient dairy production.

Highlights:

– Keynote Presentations: Hear from experts in dairy innovation, sustainability, and resource management, including representatives from the Danish Agricultural Agency and SEGES Innovation.
– Networking Opportunities: Engage with stakeholders across the dairy supply chain during coffee breaks, lunch, and networking sessions.
– Study Visits: Tour some of Poland’s leading dairy farms and processing plants, including Mlekovita Dairy and the Gosk family farm, showcasing cutting-edge techniques in milk production.
– Innovative Technologies: Discover advancements in dairy farming technology, biogas production, and climate-friendly agricultural practices.

Participating companies and organisations:

• The Danish Agriculture and Food Council
• SEGES
• Danish Agricultural Agency
• Q-Interline
• Skov-Secco
• Foss
• Novonesis
• Vilofoss
• Nature Energy

Who should attend?

This is an essential event for dairy farmers, producers, and stakeholders in sustainable agriculture who are committed to enhancing efficiency, reducing environmental impact, and improving productivity.

Gain more information:

Contact Jeppe Juul Petersen, Regional Team Leader in CEE, Food & Agriculture, Royal Danish Embassy, The Trade Council, Warsaw, Poland.

The Danish Food Pavilion will make its seventh appearance at the China International Import Expo.

From November 5th to 10th, visit the Danish Pavilion at the China International Import Expo 2024 (CIIE 2024) in Shanghai. Denmark’s top food and agriculture companies, known for their high food safety standards, quality, and sustainable practices, will present their best products. They are ready to impress Chinese audiences with their outstanding offerings, blending innovation with tradition.

Denmark, globally recognized for its excellence in food production, returns for its sixth consecutive year at CIIE, underscoring its status as a key player in international trade. As consumers increasingly prioritize food safety and quality, Danish companies stand at the forefront, delivering products that meet and exceed global expectations. Lise Walbom, CEO of Food Nation, highlights Denmark’s dedication to these principles:

“As the official branding consortium for the entire Danish food cluster, Food Nation is excited to showcase the best of Denmark at CIIE 2024, with a specific focus on products and solutions that exemplify leading levels of food quality and safety. We understand that Chinese consumers demand high food safety, and Danish companies are well-equipped to deliver. With a long tradition of high-quality, safe food production, and continuous investment in research and development, Denmark is a reliable partner in this domain.”

The Danish Pavilion, a collaborative effort led by Danish Industry, the Consulate General of the Kingdom of Denmark in Shanghai, and branding partner Food Nation, offers a unique opportunity for Chinese businesses and consumers. Visitors can explore a diverse array of premium products and sustainable agricultural solutions that embody Denmark’s rich heritage of culinary excellence.

Join us at the Danish Pavilion in Shanghai, where the vibrant energy of CIIE 2024 brings together innovation, tradition, and the promise of prosperous partnerships.

Meet the following companies in CIIE 2024:

• AllVitsy ApS
• Arla Foods amba
• Camette ApS
• Danish Speciality Foods AAL DK A/S
• Denps ApS
• Ecovik ApS
• Jacobsens Bakery Ltd A/S
• Kelsen Group A/S
• Nordic Health Trading ApS
• Novonesis Plant Biosolutions A/S
• Novonesis
• Thise Mejeri A.m.b.A.

A Danish delegation will attend this year’s New York Climate week to engage in discussions and highlight climate action.  

This year, Climate Week NYC is being held September 22 – 29, 2024. The event takes place every year in partnership with the United Nations General Assembly and is run in coordination with the United Nations and the City of New York.

This year’s theme: It’s Time. 

Even though we’re investing more than ever in clean energy and net zero technologies, 2024 started off with the hottest temperatures on record. Last year also broke the 1.5-degree Celsius average increase.

New York Climate Week brings together leaders from business, technology, politics, academia, and civil society to push the green transition forward and inspire others to take action. This year, the theme of the New York Climate Week is It’s Time.

AgriFood will have a central role at this year’s New York Climate week with a focus on advancing sustainability in nature and food systems. Topics include agriculture, agroforestry and forests, food’s journey, food waste, regenerative farming, Indigenous land management, carbon sequestration, climate-friendly diets, land restoration, conservation, and healthy soils.

Engage with potential Danish partners

As part of NYC Climate Week, Danish leaders across the food and agriculture sectors will convene at the Sustainability Summit NYC. The event will showcase innovative approaches to sustainable food production, supply chains, and agricultural practices, aimed at driving sectoral change.

With a strong Danish presence, this platform invites global stakeholders to collaborate in advancing the UN’s 2030 agenda for sustainable development. The Sustainability Summit NYC presents a unique opportunity for global partners to connect with Danish companies, governmental bodies, and organizations leading in agriculture and food sustainability.

Check out the programme and request an invite now.