Technology revolution in the food industry - StartUP festival in Daugavpils

On November 7, 2025 at 13:00, an expert panel discussion on the introduction of knowledge-intensive technologies in food chains will be held at Daugavpils University. The discussion will be attended by industry experts from state administration institutions, business and academia. The aim of the discussion is to address and share experience on innovation development, support opportunities and practical solutions for cooperation between entrepreneurs, scientists and investors. 

The potential of the Latvian food industry

The food industry in Latvia accounts for approximately 20 percent of total exports of goods and is a significant economic driver. The industry is actively investing in biotechnology, food supplements, etc. Latvia's participation in EIT Food — a European initiative that promotes innovation and sustainable development in the food sector by bringing together science, business and society to address global food challenges — provides access to European-level support and knowledge. EIT Food is supported by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union.

Main discussion topics: 

• Latvian support instruments for the introduction of technologies in the food industry - an overview of funding and support programs.
• Attracting funding and investment, challenges and risks.
• Cooperation between academia and business in promoting innovation.
• Examples of international experience and Latvia's potential as a regional leader.

For example, the Latvian startup Farms Neamo, which is part of the EIT Food ecosystem and has received EIT Food support, demonstrates the ability of Latvian innovative companies to successfully integrate into the European food innovation network. 

About the StartUP festival #Daugavpils 

The festival is the most important startup event in the Latgale region, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, students and scientists. The program includes lectures, panel discussions, and various competitions, workshops, business networking and the invention exhibition Minox. 

We invite you to apply and participate in this exciting adventure, where together with startups and innovation leaders from different European countries you will have the opportunity to gain new knowledge and make business contacts. 

If you are interested in the future of food technology, DeepTech innovations and startup development opportunities, we invite you to register and participate in the StartUP festival #Daugavpils!

Participation is free, but the number of places is limited, so please apply in time. 

Registration and more information are available at website.