In the 33rd year of Fi Europe & Ni, 1,700 exhibitors presented more than 15,000 ingredients and a wide range of related services – from processing and packaging technology to contract manufacturing. T

Presented to CP Kelco’s Didier Viala, president, and Sophie Moyal, senior vice president of human resources, the Fi Innovation Award for Diversity & Inclusion recognizes an organization for creating a work environment that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of gender, race, religious background, sexual orientation and physical or mental ability.

Batory Foods president Ron Friedman said, “Polypro’s Mark Kieper—and his Dad before him—built a wonderful organization. Their customer service is outstanding and their supplier relationships are top-tier. These are big commercial shoes to fill.”  

Restucci has a diverse background in purchasing, marketing and technical expertise across farming, consumer packaged goods, food, and agribusiness environments, making him a versatile addition to help steer the Calyxt agronomy team.

Broz is responsible for directing and implementing new sales initiatives, new product launches and enhancing LifeWise Ingredients’ visibility to food manufacturers nationwide.

This year's Fi Europe & Ni promises to unite the world of ingredients: Organizer Fi Global expects 27,000+ visitors in halls six and seven of the Parc des Expositions in Paris Nord, Villepinte.

From cold brew with a splash of milk and sugar to keto beverages to protein-enhanced products, Gum Gurus are ready to provide innovative solutions that meet your formulation, process and stabilization needs.

“From mushroom jerky to sparkling honey water, we’ve seen some incredible products that use honey developed in the last 12 months,” Catherine Barry, National Honey Board’s director of marketing, says. “By recognizing some of these products through our Queen’s Choice Award, we’re able to show appreciation to food and beverage manufacturers that choose honey and use it as a flavor, functional ingredient and marketing benefit.”

Across an exhibition area of more than 80,000m2, experts from all sectors – including product developers and decision-makers from the food and beverage industry, as well as representatives of major brand companies – will do business face-to-face with top buyers and specialists from across the F&B supply chain.

With more than 1,300 exhibitors presenting their innovations at both shows, and over 17,000 professional visitors expected, the co-located events celebrate their premiere in a highly creative and professional environment.