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Improved plants for greater food security in the future

2018-06-21, Cologne – Despite improved insect resistance and herbicide tolerance the emphasis is increasingly put on modifying and improving other plant traits as well Beyond classical genetic engineering, a number of new biotechnological processes is now available to improve plants. The goals are higher proportions of (micro) nutrients, longer shelf lives to reduce waste, resistance to drought and higher yields in crops and biotech trees

Less input, more output and lower environmental footprint

2018-06-06, Cologne – The impact of the new technologies, such as robotics, drones and Artificial Intelligence (AI) goes beyond what is seen in daily life and is already revolutionising our food production system. Precision farming has shaken up a number of large companies to invest in the development of new solutions for future farming technologies. Which companies are part of this new wave and what technical products are available on the market? The major players of this field will come together and present their newest products at “Revolution in Food and Biomass Production (REFAB)”, October 1 and 2 in Cologne (Germany).

“Future Protein Award” honours the best solutions for the current protein dilemma

2018-05-29, Cologne – Many new ways are being explored to overcome future protein bottlenecks in food and feed. A number of alternative solutions are already available today. The categories “best concept” and “best taste” will be awarded at the conference “Revolution in Food and Biomass Production (REFAB)”, 1 – 2 October 2018, Cologne (Germany)

How to cover the future protein demand? Insects, solar proteins and artificial meat will be crucial

2018-05-18, Cologne – In the following you will find an overview of the latest developments, that will be presented comprehensively and, with the “Future Protein Award”, awarded at the conference “Revolution in Food and Biomass Production (REFAB)” on October 1 and 2, 2018 in Cologne

Tomatoes from space shuttle, desert and polar regions

2018-05-03, Cologne – Have you ever dreamed of taming the desert? Of flying to the moon and back? Come and meet the pioneers of tomorrow’s world at the “Revolution in Food and Biomass Production (REFAB)”, October 1 and 2 in Cologne (Germany). The required technologies are available. Their smart integration pushes our limits beyond imagination and opens up a world full of possibilities. Even here on our planet.