Upcoming Industry Events

National Restaurant Association Show 2026
Chicago, Illinois

Join thousands of foodservice professionals at the National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago, Saturday–Tuesday, May 16–19, 2026. Discover AI, robotics, plant-based trends, sustainable packaging and more.

Eucolait General Assembly 2026
Lazise, Italy

The conference meetings will take an in-depth look at global supply, demand, and trade dynamics, while keeping a sharp focus on escalating geopolitical challenges. A distinguished group of renowned dairy experts—both long-standing contributors and new voices—has already confirmed participation.

IDDBA 2026
Orlando, FL

IDDBA 2026 brings together today’s leaders and tomorrow’s innovators for the industry’s premier event dedicated to dairy, deli, bakery, and foodservice. Join more than 10,000 attendees and 1,000+ exhibiting companies to explore the latest products, trends, and fresh ideas to help grow your business.

Sosland Publishing Purchasing Seminar 2026
Kansas City, MO

Wide ranging market disruptions this past year associated with tariffs/trade disputes, the extended federal government shutdown and ingredient bans demonstrate the potential complexity of markets, even at times when supplies of many grains and oilseeds are plentiful.

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.

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.

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.”

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.