Flavour of Innovation: The Future of Food Tech in the F&D Industry

Exclusive Food Tech Showcase at Harper Adams University

An unmissable opportunity for food & drink leaders to explore innovation and future skills first-hand.

We’re inviting a select group of senior decision makers to join us at Harper Adams University for a highly interactive, thought-provoking showcase event. Hosted within the state-of-the-art Regional Food Academy lecture theatre and featuring hands-on demonstrations in the microbiology labs and sensory booths, this event will bring the Food Industry Technologist Level 3 apprenticeship to life, offering a first-hand look at how practical learning is shaping the next generation of food technologists.

Expect a day designed to challenge thinking, spark ideas, and highlight how skills investment can future-proof your workforce in an evolving food & drink landscape.

Spaces are strictly limited to maintain an exclusive, high-value experience and ensure genuine networking with like-minded leaders from across the sector.

Why Attend?

Discover the Skills That Will Define Tomorrow’s Food Industry

This unique event will:

• Showcase hands-on practical learning in microbiology and sensory science with a tour of Harper Adam’s state of the art facilities.
• Demonstrate how apprenticeships develop the next generation of food technologists.
• Offer exclusive insight into the Food Industry Technologist Level 3 programme with CQM Training & Consultancy, as well as hear from Harper Adams on the progression to Food Industry Technical Professional Level 6 (Degree Apprenticeship)
• Provide opportunities to network with peers and industry leaders.
• Explore how investing in skills can future-proof your workforce.

Venue Spotlight: The Regional Food Academy at Harper Adams University

Our main session will be hosted in the Regional Food Academy lecture theatre - a modern, food-grade facility equipped with full AV and demonstration capabilities. This inspiring setting offers an unrivalled environment for learning, discussion, and industry collaboration.

The Food Academy itself is a vibrant hub for food technology, product development, and sensory science. Facilities include:

• A product development kitchen and sensory evaluation room.
• A food production hall for creating cheeses, baked goods, beers, cured meats, and preserved foods.
• Instrumental analysis and microbiology labs for cutting-edge scientific study.
• Dedicated focus-group and seminar rooms designed for collaboration and innovation.

Harper Adams’ Food Academy is not just for students at the university - it’s a centre of excellence that has supported businesses to innovate, optimise processes, and meet industry standards. By hosting this event here, we’re placing delegates at the very heart of where skills and innovation meet industry needs, and of course where our apprentices on the Food Technologist Level 3 programme get to experience and engage with the University’s state-of-the-art facilities.

Who Should Attend?

This event is designed for:

• Food & drink manufacturing decision-makers
• HR, L&D, and Talent Managers
• Operations and Technical leaders
• Anyone invested in developing the future workforce of our industry