Upcoming Industry Events
12-15
July 2026
IFT First Expo 2026
Chicago, IL
IFT FIRST is the leading food science and innovation expo. At IFT FIRST you'll connect with innovators, decision-makers, and solution providers across every sector of food science and technology—all in one highly-engaged environment.
13-14
August 2026
Intermountain Milk Processors Association Annual Conference 2026
Sun Valley, ID
The IMPA Annual Conference continues to be a premier industry event, offering networking opportunities and conversation around a variety of industry-relevant topics.
20-23
September 2026
ADPI The Whey Ahead: International Whey Conference 2026
Chicago, IL
The Whey Ahead will feature a distinguished list of global experts sharing current research and trends, health and nutrition benefits, new product applications and critical processing techniques. Attendees will take away new insights that will allow them to navigate “The Whey Ahead.”
29-2
Sep - Oct 2026
World Dairy Expo 2026
Madison, WI
World Dairy Expo brings over 55,000 dairy professionals to Madison for a premier global gathering of dairy cattle and cutting-edge industry innovation. Explore the latest in equipment, genetics, and technology, watch top North American cattle compete across seven breed shows, and gain insights from free seminars on dairy management and industry trends.
3-5
November 2026
Market Vision Fall 2026
Orlando, FL
What started out as a small, chain-only food show in 1987 has developed into “the” premier industry event for chain restaurant purchasing and supply chain professionals.
26-30
October 2026
SupplySide Global 2026
Las Vegas, NV
Three full days in the expo hall to connect with ingredient suppliers, attend expert-led education sessions, and negotiate partnerships that drive your product innovation forward.
10-12
November 2026
Dairy West Annual Meeting 2026
Boise, ID
This year’s theme, Collective Impact: Advancing Dairy Together, reflects the strength of what we can accomplish when we align around a shared vision and work with purpose. As our industry continues to evolve, the opportunities ahead are greater than ever—but they require collaboration, clarity, and commitment.
7-9
December 2026
MILK Business Conference 2026
Scottsdale, AZ
The 2026 MILK Business Conference brings together trailblazers, innovators, and decision-makers for two days of powerful insights, strategic networking, and transformative ideas. From breakthrough technologies to bold leadership strategies, this is your chance to be part of the movement shaping dairy’s next chapter.
24-27
January 2027
IDFA Dairy Forum 2027
Orlando, FL
Presented by the International Dairy Foods Association, Dairy Forum convenes more than 1,200 executives from dairy processors, cooperatives, retailers and suppliers to strengthen collaboration, spark innovation, and shape a bold, dynamic future for the industry.
15-17
June 2027
HighGround Dairy's Annual Global Dairy Outlook Conference 2027
Chicago, Illinois
Save the date: HighGround Dairy's sixth annual Global Dairy Outlook Conference in Chicago, June 15-17, 2027. Sign up to be the first to know when registration opens at the link below: