

Fermentation for a Better Tomorrow: Unlocking Nature’s Potential
Thursday, March 5, 2026 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM · 1 hr. (America/Los_Angeles)
Marriott, Platinum Ballroom 3 & 4
Exhibitor Presented Seminar
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From the age-old art of baking bread to building the future of food, fermentation is transforming how we deliver resilient, scalable and cost-efficient solutions. This session explores how nature-identical ingredients produced through fermentation can help brands achieve their sustainability goals, optimize cost-in-use, and secure reliable supply chains. Hear from a panel of industry leaders shaping what’s next for fermentation and its role in creating resilient food systems. Plus, discover real world applications along the way – from delicious sweeteners to functional ingredients.
Speakers

Julie Robey
Director of Sustainability, Food North AmericaCargill
Anton Woo
Senior Director, R&D - Food Innovation, Food North AmericaCargill
Karlis Nollendorfs
Consumer Insights ManagerCargill
Riccardo LoCascio
Head of Partnering for Precision ProteinsNovonesis
Srini Subramanian
Senior Director Business Development, Global Sugar ReductionDSM-Firmenich