The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) is organising the 16th edition of CII Foodpro 2026, an international event focused on Food Processing and Technologies, from 7–9 August 2026 at Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai, India. The event, which began in 1995, will bring together stakeholders from across the food processing value chain to showcase innovations, technologies, and emerging trends shaping the future of the sector.
Alongside the three-day exhibition, CII will host a one-day conference on “Innovation Across the Food Ecosystem” on 7 August 2026 at Chennai Trade Centre. The conference aims to promote technology-driven knowledge exchange among stakeholders in the agro and food processing industry.
Conference Sessions Focused on Emerging Food Industry Trends
The conference will feature discussions around evolving consumer preferences, technology adoption, product innovation, and new business opportunities in the food sector. The key sessions include:
- Inaugural Session: Showcasing Innovation Across the Food Ecosystem
- Innovation in Food Products through Quick Commerce
- The Frozen Opportunity: Unlocking Affordable, Nutritious Convenience Foods for Bharat
- Changing Consumer Habits: The Health, Protein & Affordability Pivot
- From Restaurant to Retail: What Star Chefs Are Teaching India’s Processed Food Brands
- Healthy Snacking and Better-for-You Categories
CII Foodpro 2026 Highlights
The event will include:
- One-day industry conference
- Three-day international exhibition
- 200+ exhibitors showcasing food processing technologies and solutions
- B2B meetings between industry stakeholders
- Live demonstrations and product launches
- Participation from food manufacturers, technology providers, equipment manufacturers, exporters, retailers, and government agencies
The event is supported by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries and Ministry of MSME, Government of India. The Government of Tamil Nadu will be the host state, while the Government of Andhra Pradesh will participate as the partner state.
Industry Participation and Networking Opportunities
More than 300 senior professionals, including CEOs, industry leaders, senior executives from processed and packaged food manufacturers, food technology companies, post-harvest technology providers, processing equipment manufacturers, producer companies, food safety solution providers, exporters, retail chains, and government organisations are expected to participate.
The conference will provide a platform for knowledge sharing, business networking, technology discussions, and exploring opportunities across the food processing sector.
Delegate Registration and Participation
The delegate fee for attending the one-day conference (excluding GST) is:
- Academia: ₹1,500 per participant
- CII Members: ₹2,000 per participant
- Non-Members: ₹2,500 per participant
Please register here: Registration Form to attend the one-day conference as a delegate.
There is no participation fee for visiting the three-day exhibition.
Exhibition, Booth and Sponsorship Opportunities
Companies interested in exhibiting or sponsoring CII Foodpro 2026 can explore booth packages, stall layouts, tariff details, and sponsorship opportunities through the event brochure.
Click Here for the event brochure, layout plan, stall tariff and sponsorship opportunities of the current edition.
For sponsorship and stall-related queries, contact:
Chandilyan S Email: Chandilyan.s@cii.in Mobile: +91 80729 87812
CII Foodpro 2026 will provide an industry platform to explore innovations, technologies, and business opportunities across the food processing ecosystem, connecting manufacturers, solution providers, policymakers, and industry experts.
