What happens when dairy and plant-based innovation come together? New ingredients, new technologies and new opportunities are giving rise to a rapidly growing category: hybrid foods.
Young IFFI Network Meeting – Building a Sustainable Industry
Discover the latest developments in hybrid foods through inspiring presentations, an innovative start-up and an exclusive behind-the-scenes visit to Farm Dairy. Join fellow young professionals for a day of knowledge sharing, networking and fresh inspiration.
8 October 2026 | 12:00 - 16:00
Young IFFI Network Meeting – Building a Sustainable Industry
Hybrid and Ultra-Processed Foods: Shaping the Next Generation of Food
What happens when dairy and plant-based innovation come together? And Ultra-Processed Foods need to be ‘less processed?’ New ingredients, new technologies and new opportunities are giving rise to growing categories: hybrid and less processed foods.
Join Young IFFI on 8 October for an inspiring day exploring one of the most exciting developments in the food industry. Discover how hybrid and less processed food products are redefining the way we think about taste, nutrition and sustainability, while connecting with fellow young professionals who are passionate about the future of food.
The morning programme features Jan Buining, owner of Tasty Basics and author of the book ‘De Onhoudbare Houdgreep’, sharing insights on Ultra-Processed Foods (UPF’s) and pushing the boundaries of product development. In the afternoon an inspiring keynote will be provided by a representative of Farm Dairy, sharing different perspectives on hybrid innovation and opportunities shaping this emerging market.
In the afternoon, we’ll head also to Farm Dairy in Lelystad for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour. As a producer of dairy, plant-based and hybrid products, Farm Dairy offers a unique opportunity to see how innovation moves from concept to commercial production. Discover how products are developed, manufactured and brought to market in a rapidly evolving food landscape.
Whether you’re working in R&D, product development, marketing, quality, sales or simply curious about the future of food, this event promises fresh insights, practical inspiration and valuable new connections.
Walk in & Registration
10:00 – 10:30 hrs
Program
10:30 – 10:40 hrs
Welcome by chair Young IFFI
10:40 – 11:20 hrs
Keynote lecture ‘Ultra Processed Foods’ by Jan Buining, Tasty Basics
11:20 – 12:00 hrs
Feedback and feed forward
Lunch
12:00 – 13:00 hrs
Presentation Hybrid Dairy Foods, Farm Dairy
13:00 – 13:40 hrs
Feedback and feed forward
13:40 – 14:00 hrs
Break and travel to Farm Dairy Plant
14:00 – 14:30 hrs
Company Visit Farm Dairy
14:30 – 15:30 hrs
Farm Dairy is a leading Dutch private label producer of fresh and ambient dairy products, plant-based dairy alternatives and hybrid concepts. Based in Lelystad, the company works closely with retailers to develop innovative products while focusing on quality, sustainability and flexibility. During the company visit, participants will gain insight into the production processes and the latest developments in dairy, plant-based and hybrid products.
15:30 – 16:00 hrs
Drinks & Bites
16:00 hrs
Closing
Jan Buining – TastyBasics
Jan Buining is the founder of TastyBasics and a passionate advocate for less processed, nutrient-dense foods. After a long career in the food and feed industry, including serving as Commercial Director at Kievit (now part of FrieslandCampina), he began questioning the industry’s focus on taste and functionality over health. Drawing on decades of firsthand experience, Buining now works to make healthy choices the logical choices, helping to reshape the conversation around ultra-processed foods and product development.
Speaker –
Speaker –
Jan Buining, TastyBasics
In his book, De Onhoudbare Greep van Ultra bewerkte voeding, Jan Buining examines how ultra-processed foods have come to dominate today’s food system and what it will take to make healthier choices the obvious choice. During his presentation, he will translate these insights into practical perspectives for food professionals and the wider food industry.
This event is open to young professionals and HR managers employed by IFFI affiliated companies.
Registration is open!
Questions regarding this meeting? Contact Marita Mantle-Kloosterboer via marita@iffi.nu.
Registration
Venue morning program: Van der Valk, Lelystad
In the afternoon, we’ll visit Farm Dairy, Kaapstanderweg 50, Lelystad.
Venue
Van der Valk Lelystad
Larserplein 1
8226 PB Lelystad
