The food industry plays an important role in the Nordic countries. In recent years, emphasis has been placed on the safety, sustainability, purity, hygiene and traceability of food produced in the area.
The conference will focus on these key issues in an era of growing international trade in raw materials and processed foods. The connection between food and the origins, culture and cuisine of the Nordic countries will also be discussed.
Topics at the conference will include:
- Food security in the world of globalization
- Interaction between animal welfare, health and food analysis in the market
- Innovation in the food sector
- Nordic culture and identity vs. innovation
- The position of the Nordic food industry and the potential of the world market
The aim is to provide an overview of the position of the Nordic food industry in terms of international security and innovation. Efforts will be made to define challenges and future opportunities for Nordic food.
Do consumers and industry share the authorities' emphasis on sustainability, quality, purity, health and traceability? Which items are considered most important? How do consumers perceive food safety messages? How can the Nordic countries contribute to the international arena in the future in terms of resource management and use? Where are international standards heading and how can policy makers and industry stakeholders influence them? Are Nordic governments and private companies creating technical barriers due to their emphasis on concepts such as safety, cleanliness, health, sustainability and traceability? What future opportunities and challenges does Nordic food face?
Representatives from different stakeholders will discuss these issues from their point of view. The conference is intended for the food industry, scientists, consumer organizations, policy makers and the authorities. The results will be published on the conference website.
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