2026 Agenda

Join an esteemed macroeconomist and Expana’s lead forecaster as they discuss and debate where we may see the global economy going and the impact this could have on agri-food markets.  

Gain a forward-looking view on how these developments could impact commodity prices in the months ahead, helping you make better decisions and successfully navigate uncertainty over the coming 12 months.

This honest and frank fireside chat featuring an agri-food leader will showcase tips on leading during volatility, sharing the key moments that shaped their career, how the industry is evolving and future trends.

Expect bold strategies and lessons from the frontlines of market turmoil, to gain a fresh perspective and bolster your leadership toolkit. 

Start the conference by connecting with fellow delegates and speakers in a fast‑paced, one‑to‑one format designed to break the ice and spark meaningful conversations. Set the tone for collaboration and knowledge sharing throughout the event so you can build relationships, nurture new perspectives, and address your unique challenges

From trade wars to tariffs, this panel will examine how the geopolitical situation is shifting, what you can do to protect your business from geopolitical developments and what we could see next.

Join to better overcome the impact of geopolitical events, sanctions, trade barriers and wars when approaching global sourcing.

Retailers and foodservice operators are facing increasing pressure from geopolitical shifts, new legislation and market volatility, all while meeting evolving consumer demands. This session explores how they are prioritising suppliers and are planning commodity sourcing for 2026/27.

Discover what today’s buyers value most and how they’re adapting to global uncertainties to build resilient, future-ready supply chains.

Join us for a lunchtime briefing to learn how the Expana team uses data, insights, and evidence to build prices.

Expana is the benchmark for reliable and impartial proprietary price assessments in the agrifood space through its robust and transparent IOSCO-assured methodologies.

Join us as we explore how leading buyers and sellers are using real-time market intelligence to model costs, forecast volatility and stay ahead of commercial risks.

In this session, the Expana team will unveil the latest enhancements to the platform, giving you an inside look at new tools designed to turn data into actionable value. Learn how these features can empower both buying and selling teams to make faster, smarter and more strategic decisions in today’s dynamic markets.

The food industry is under increasing pressure to streamline data, establish a common language across the supply chain, and connect information flows, from food-specific regulations and broader EU requirements such as PPWR to Digital Product Passports within one consistent approach. In this session, we will discuss how companies can consolidate fragmented supplier, packaging, and product data into a coherent digital backbone that not only ensures compliance today but also lays the foundation for Digital Product Passports. Join us to understand the key building blocks needed to move from regulatory complexity to clarity with a scalable, future-ready strategy..

Learn how weather patterns and water scarcity are reshaping what’s grown where, and how extreme weather pressures are impacting key commodities and regions.

Gain insight into how the supply chain can build resilience to counteract the upcoming disruption and how to continue supply when faced with challenging climate events.

Gain insight into how eating habits are changing, how inflation, values, trends and shifting priorities are reshaping purchasing. Explore what’s being swapped, skipped, or sought out and why it matters.

From eating greener and health trends to the impact of diet drugs, this session is essential for buyers and sellers looking to anticipate demand, adapt sourcing strategies and align products with evolving consumption trends.

Explore how the food and agriculture industry has evolved over the past decade and look ahead to the next 5–10 years.

The session will identify key trends and disruptive forces shaping the sector’s future and discuss which are likely to be short-lived versus long-term, helping you make informed, future-proofed strategic plans.

After a day of educational market intel, relax with a night of networking with colleagues from across the supply chain.