Cumulus 2023

Cumulus will gather the leading start-ups, investors and industry incumbents from across the entire agTech and food tech value chain.

This new, large-scale event will include topics ranging from alternative proteins, novel ingredients and process innovation, waste reduction, as well as a big-picture look at the future of food.

Get unprecedented access to the people and technologies creating and supporting the sustainable future of food with more than 250 thought leaders and pioneers speaking during the event. 

The breadth of innovation you’ll find at Cumulus truly extends from seed and cell to food service and retail, and the circular economy solutions linking it all together. They include gene edited seeds and biologic inputs improving crop yield while decreasing fertiliser use, autonomous technologies tackling labor shortages on farm and in restaurants, the upcycling food waste into novel ingredients, regenerative agriculture methods to capture carbon, the production of delicious and affordable cultivated meats, and thousands of other creative advances in the pipeline.

The Cumulus community includes those who are inventing or investing in a wide range of agrifood technologies, including:

  • Precision agriculture and other on-farm technology
  • Controlled-environment agriculture
  • Sustainable aquaculture solutions
  • Novel foods and ingredients
  • Supply chain, visibility and traceability
  • Retail and eGrocery
  • Foodservice technology
  • Upcycling and reducing food waste
  • Water and carbon resource management

What to expect at Cumulus:

Attendees will have access to three days of content, including workshops, main stage discussions, breakout sessions, company pitches and sampling of novel foods. Networking will be facilitated using our proprietary 1:1 meeting platform, and serendipitous connections as we activate multiple venues throughout The Venetian Hotel & Resort. Plus, the parties will be epic, with a signature closing party featuring exciting entertainment. 

Upcoming Events Submit an Event

January

One of the industries largest food and beverage sourcing and innovation shows is kicking off the year. Gulfood 2026 is taking place in Dubai, UAE at Expo City Dubai – with country partner, India, supporting the event.

February

ISM 2026, organised by Koelnmesse, is returning in 2026 – scheduled in Cologne 1-4 February. The trade fair brings together companies across the entire value chain of the confectionery and snacks sector, with attendees from 71 countries already confirmed for 2026.

May

Food & Drink Business presents The Hive Awards, an annual celebration of innovation and excellence in the Australian food and beverage manufacturing sector.

Bringing together chefs, operators, buyers, suppliers, and innovators for three jam-packed days of action across industry trade shows, culinary competitions, free conference streams, awards, and the best hospitality party of the year.

Melbourne’s tastiest day out will be back in 2026! Watch top chefs and your favourite food heroes live on stage as they cook up a storm and meet the makers to sip, sample and shop their produce.

June

Sydney’s tastiest day out will be back in 2026! From the hottest chilli sauces to the smelliest cheese, the Margaret River to the Barossa, we scour the nation to find the most delicious and exciting products around and bring them all together in one place.

July

Welcome to Australia’s favourite destination for food and wine experiences. The Good Food & Wine Show returns to Perth for 2026, taking place at PCEC from 17-19 July. Are you ready for the ultimate foodie day out?

After a three year break, foodpro is returning in 2026, featuring cutting-edge processing technology, world-class packaging, breakthrough ingredients and sustainable solutions – all under one roof.

October

Brisbane’s tastiest day out will be back in 2026! Watch top chefs and your favourite food heroes live on stage as they cook up a storm and meet the makers to sip, sample and shop their produce.