VIV SPECIAL: CITIES LEADING FOOD PRODUCTION
Cities Leading Food Production is a dedicated VIV Special focused on accelerating sustainable, regional and regenerative food systems in cities and metropolitan areas worldwide. It connects policymakers, business leaders and innovators to shape the future of urban food production.
UNLOCKING THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE FOOD PRODUCTION
Cities Leading Food Production is an international agribusiness programme that explores how cities can become active drivers of food production, resilience and innovation.
The initiative focuses on strengthening regional food ecosystems by connecting public and private stakeholders, enabling partnerships and supporting scalable, future-ready food systems. At VIV Europe, the programme provides a platform for dialogue, collaboration and practical action.
FOCUS AREAS
REGIONAL FOOD SYSTEMS
Strengthening local production and distribution networks to improve resilience, transparency and food security.
PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS
Creating collaboration models between governments, businesses and communities to accelerate sustainable transformation.
REGENERATIVE PRODUCTION
Advancing circular, regenerative and resource-efficient food systems within urban and metropolitan environments.
INNOVATION & FINANCING
Unlocking investment models, innovation frameworks and scalable solutions for future-proof food production.
WHO SHOULD VISIT
Cities Leading Food Production is relevant for:
- Government representatives and policymakers
- Urban planners and regional development leaders
- Corporate sustainability and strategy professionals
- Investors and financial institutions active in food systems
- Agri-food innovators and technology providers
- Associations and knowledge institutions
FUTURE-READY FOOD SYSTEMS AT VIV EUROPE
Cities Leading Food Production reinforces VIV Europe’s role as an international platform where policy, business and innovation converge. It connects decision-makers and solution providers to accelerate the development of resilient, regenerative and scalable food production systems for the cities of tomorrow.
SPEAKER SESSIONS
The speaker sessions and program details will be announced closer to VIV Europe 2026. Please check back for updates on topics and participating experts.
