Driving Innovation and Growth
May 2025
May 29, 2025
Chicago, IL
Join Global Midwest Alliance and host, The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, for a seminar which will bring together industry leaders, researchers, entrepreneurs and investors to explore cutting-edge developments in fermentation technologies. Fermentation, a time-tested process that has shaped the global food landscape, is entering an exciting new phase with advancements in precision fermentation. These technologies unlock innovations in alternative proteins, dairy alternatives, flavor development and agricultural solutions such as crop protection, soil health and nutrient management. The seminar will discuss how these innovations create significant business opportunities for Midwest food and agriculture companies. Attendees will have a unique chance to engage in lively panel discussions featuring speakers from leading companies and start-ups operating at the forefront of fermentation technology. The event will also include an inspiring keynote address that highlights future opportunities in this dynamic sector of the food and agribusiness industries.