Food Nation Denmark

🌱 Did you know that Denmark is implementing one of the world’s most ambitious agreements to increase biodiversity?   At COP16 Colombia in Cali, from October 21 to November 1, a Danish delegation will showcase how Denmark is advancing the biodiversity agenda. A long tradition of research, innovation, and strong public-private partnerships makes Denmark a leading player in the green transition of food, agriculture, and land use. Denmark’s Green Tripartite Agreement was developed by the government, the agricultural sector, environmental groups, and business leaders. The deal introduces an agricultural CO₂ tax and emphasizes afforestation and peatland rewetting to lower emissions and promote sustainable farming. The agreement includes the New Green Area Fund of approximately EUR 5.4 billion, supporting initiatives such as afforestation and rewetting of drained peatlands. This means that 15% of Denmark’s existing agricultural area will be converted to forests and rewetted zones. One standout example of company engagement in the biodiversity agenda comes from Danish coffee producer Slow, which is transforming coffee’s environmental impact through regenerative farming. Through agroforestry and reforestation, Slow integrates trees and diverse crops with coffee plants, creating a rich ecosystem that enhances biodiversity, improves soil health, and reduces reliance on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. In Southeast Asia, Slow has achieved a net-negative carbon baseline by planting trees and capturing more CO₂ than they emit. Each kilo of coffee produced captures 6 kg of CO₂—a significant contrast to traditional coffee production, which typically emits over 5 kg. With 44,000 trees planted in 2023 alone, Slow is making a lasting impact, proving that coffee production can actively support climate goals, biodiversity, and community livelihoods. Read the Slow case on our website: https://lnkd.in/dWRFdm2R Get involved with the Danish delegation at COP16 and gain insights and best practices from Denmark!

In Paris and interested in organic products?   With 11% of Danish farmers using organic practices, Denmark is a global leader in this sector. SIAL Paris is your opportunity to connect with innovative, organic Danish companies and find your next business partner. Organic producers are showcasing Danish strongholds at the Denmark Pavilion from October 19-23. Stop by to discover Denmark’s commitment to sustainability and quality. Meet the exhibitors: Rømer Plant-based Organic Betrimix Mill & Mortar The Brew Company Nyborg Distillery THE ORGANIC CRAVE ® København Kombucha Sweet Intentions ApS - HEY YUM Oialla   Unable to attend SIAL? ➡️ Learn more about Danish organic products and solutions in the whitepaper: https://lnkd.in/esUy32zG

⬆️🌍 As the global population heads towards 9.8 billion by 2050, feeding everyone will require a significant boost in food production—about 50% more! But did you know that 17% of food is lost after harvest? This poses a serious challenge to global food security and sustainability. SME iGRAIN, Denmark is tackling this challenge with innovative technology that transforms grain storage monitoring. Their system tracks temperature, moisture, and CO2 levels, enabling early detection of spoilage and infestations. 🌡️ With real-time data available on the iGRAIN Smart App, farmers can easily safeguard their crops and minimize postharvest losses, translating to higher-quality grain, more profits for farmers, and better global food availability.   Want to learn more? Click here to access the case: https://lnkd.in/dGsMXPat #AgriFood #FoodSecurity #SmartFarming #SustainableSolutions 

In 2022, 735 million people—9.2% of the global population—suffered from chronic hunger. How can the agri-food industry accelerate solutions that drive lasting change and ensure global food security? 🌍   Today, on United Nations World Food Day, we celebrate the founding of the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization 79 years ago. While significant progress has been made, there's still work to do to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 2: "End hunger, achieve food security, and promote sustainable agriculture." ↘️ By 2030, the number of people suffering from hunger is projected to drop to 600 million—a step forward, but far from achieving 'Zero Hunger.' In Denmark, many agri-food companies are already leading the way with innovations designed to fast-track the change we need. Some key examples include: Arla Foods Ingredients whey proteins that help elders meet dietary protein requirements and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Link to case: https://shorturl.at/S0kkD CIMBRIA Unigrain's innovative technologies, like Sea Chromex, enhance food safety and reduce food waste, contributing to a more secure and sustainable food supply. Link to case: https://shorturl.at/WfBBB Vilofoss Group's FreshFoss that preserves feed quality and nutritional value, helping to boost milk yield by preventing overheating in dairy rations. Link to case: https://shorturl.at/O0kev   Are you based in Southeast Asia? Danish companies and organisations have solutions to many of the challenges in this region, where 25% of the world's food waste is generated, and over 50% of the total waste consists of food waste. 👉 Watch this webinar to gain inspiration from how Danish solutions tackles food loss & waste and secures high food safety & quality. Webinar: https://lnkd.in/dVUnrhPD

🍏 ➡️ 🪑 What if your waste could become something tasteful?  Did you know that approximately 30% of the food produced globally goes to waste? Fortunately, companies like Beyond Leather Materials ApS are tackling this challenge head-on with innovative solutions. Founded in Denmark in 2017, Beyond Leather is on a mission to transform food waste into the product Leap – a leather alternative made from apple waste! 🍎 Every square meter of Leap saves about 1.8 kg of apple waste from landfills, proving that waste can be not only reduced but repurposed into something valuable. With applications in fashion, furniture, and even automotive interiors, Leap is a redefining next-gen material that offers endless possibilities. 👕  Are you intrigued and excited to read more? Access the full case here:   https://lnkd.in/guXQwr6F #Innovation #FoodWaste #NextGen #LeatherAlternative #Repurpose  

🤔 Hvordan skaber man interesse for danske fødevarer hos en japansk indkøber? Dette er blot et eksempel på overvejelser, som Food Nation - den danske fødevareklynges brandingkonsortium - står med. For mange internationale beslutningstagere er dette det første møde med den danske fødevareklynge, hvilket stiller høje krav til formidlingen. Til Kulturnatten kan du opleve, hvordan man brander Danmark som fødevareland med hjælp af interaktive elementer - og hvordan der bliver arbejdet med en sammenhængende fortælling om de danske styrkepositioner. Kom forbi, mød Food Nation, stil spørgsmål, og prøv vores VR-briller og andre elementer. Vi holder åbent fra kl. 18.00 - 23.00, og alle med Kulturpas er velkomne. Arrangementet er desværre ikke velegnet for barnevogne, klapvogne eller personer med gangbesvær, da der kun er adgang til 4. etage via trapper.

🚀 Innovative technology is a key driver to accelerate the green transition in the future!   Exploring the diverse and complex technological solutions at this year’s FoodTech - Processing & Packaging, it comes as no surprise that Denmark is a frontrunner on developing #innovative #technology 🦾 The FoodTech industry can support both the world’s rising demand for safe and nutritious food, producing more with less, increase efficiency and at the same time minimize the energy consumption. Technological solutions are important to ensure a sustainable development within every link of the entire supply chain. 🌍 At FoodTech’s newest initiative, Global Dilemma Conference, Lise Christiansen Walbom the CEO of Food Nation Denmark had the pleasure of facilitating a debate about technological solutions for the future #FoodTech industry. The panel consisted of expert from the industry addressing the challenges and opportunities for the future development of #climate-smart solutions, and the importance of these technologies for the #green transition across the supply chain. #Sustainability, resource optimization, and #innovation sparked important discussions. Key takeaways: 🤝A collaborative approach is crucial to ensure innovation and development. 💰Fundings that support new innovation and scaling of new businesses. Thus, political support and prioritization of climate-smart technological solutions are essential. 🌱 A focus on climate action has the potential to function as a bridging language that underscores the importance of climate-smart solutions provided by the FoodTech Industry.    A huge thanks goes to the panelist: David Henstrom, CEO at Unibio International Plc Steffen Enemark, Vice President at ABB Jimmy Larsen - AIR PURIFICATION - SURFACE DISINFECTION, CEO/Managing Director at JIMCO A/S   Explore how Denmark is leading innovations in the agriculture and food sector: https://lnkd.in/gZZASP5C and about how Danish solutions drive Climate action: https://lnkd.in/e4MMzDjh  

🔎 Frisk fra trykken og fyldt med indsigter til danske fødevarevirksomheder! Vidste du for eksempel at klimahandling giver grobund for yderligere eksportvækst for danske fødevarer? 📈 Det er kun en blandt mange en af de centrale konklusioner i vores Insight Report, der er lavet i samarbejde med Epinion og er målrettet danske eksporterende og eksportparate virksomheder i fødevareklyngen - og som Malte her netop har hentet i trykken. 📣 Gå ikke glip af den store lancering den 7. oktober i forbindelse med Fødevareklyngens Eksportdag, hvor vores årlige Insight Rapport 2024 går live! Årets rapport dykker ned i tre spændende nøglemarkeder for den danske fødevareklynge: Japan, Sydkorea og Storbritannien. 🇯🇵 🇰🇷 🇬🇧 Danmarks landbrugs- og fødevaresektor anerkendes som motor for klimahandling i hele værdikæden på vigtige eksportmarkeder. Vores analyse viser, at der er eksportvækst at hente for virksomheder med produkter og løsninger, der kan bidrage til at accelerere konkret klimahandling på specifikke områder. Vil du være blandt de første til at få indsigt i de vigtigste salgsargumenter for beslutningstagere på disse markeder? Tilmeld dig vores nyhedsbrev og få direkte adgang til rapporten så snart den lanceres.  👉 Klik her for at læse mere og tilmelde dig nyhedsbrevet: https://lnkd.in/enBQFWtk   

🌏 What does the food industry look like on the planet's terms? Join the panel debate on Global Dilemma Conference at FoodTech - Processing & Packaging where panelists will discuss the Technological solutions of the future FoodTech Industry. Get free tickets for FoodTech with the code: FT24-FOODNATION   When: October 3, 2024, 2.15 - 3 PM CEST Where: MCH Messecenter, Herning Vardevej 1, 7400 Herning, Denmark - Hal F, Global Dilemma Stage   Find the full program for the conference: https://lnkd.in/ene6SFS5   The Global Dilemma Conference focuses on the most important challenges and potentials in the food industry. These are highlighted and discussed through four main themes:  💰 Exploring the political and financial framework  💡 Balancing energy and CO2 reductions  ♻️ Resource optimization and circular economy  ⌨️ Navigating behavioral issues in foodtech    Explore how the Danish food cluster is driving climate action: https://lnkd.in/e4MMzDjh Look forward to experience: David Henstrom, CEO at Unibio Group Plc Steffen Enemark, Vice Precident at ABB Robotics Jimmy Larsen - AIR PURIFICATION - SURFACE DISINFECTION CEO/ Managing Director, JIMCO A/S Moderated by Lise Christiansen Walbom, CEO at Food Nation Denmark 

Did you know that over 800 million people go hungry every day, while nearly 1.3 billion tons of food are wasted annually?   Join us online on October 2, 10 – 11 AM CEST as we dive deep into how we can reduce food loss and waste throughout the value-chain in Southeast Asia. Gain inspiration and learn how Danish solutions can inspire and transform food systems.   In Southeast Asia, where the population is projected to grow by 12% by 2035, addressing food waste is not just important - it’s urgent. The webinar highlights the extent of losses and waste in food production throughout the entire value-chain and introduces concrete, Danish solutions tackling food loss at different stages of the value chain.   Sign up and read the full program here: https://lnkd.in/dskbaDQ9 You will meet: Sanne Høj Andrén, Sector Counsellor, Food and Agriculture, Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam and Hans Ebbensgaard Murillo, Minister Counsellor, Food and Agriculture, Embassy of Denmark in Indonesia and ASEAN Lea Stoustrup Brandt, Head of Secretariat, ONE\THIRD, Danish think tank on prevention of food loss and food waste Vår Christine Thim Hansen, operations coordinator – FødevareBanken, Danish private initiative, which redistributes surplus food to people in need Arla Foods Ingredients, Danish dairy cooperative   Organised by Fødevareministeriet (Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries of Denmark), Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam, and Food Nation Denmark  #FoodWasteReduction #Sustainability #FoodSecurity #FoodLossPrevention #UNFoodWasteAwareness #DanishInnovation #FoodSafety #AgriTech ##CircularEconomy #ReduceFoodWaste