The 14th Edition of the Starch Forum, scheduled for 11 September 2026, marks the next major chapter in a series that began in 2009 and has grown into one of the starch industry’s most respected annual events.
Organized by F1rst (FirstMR), the Forum brings together the entire starch value chain—manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, distributors, R&D experts, product developers, regulatory professionals, academics, and end-users from both food and non-food sectors. It has consistently served as a leading platform for sharing technical knowledge, business insights, and innovation trends.
The 2026 edition is expected to build on the strong legacy of the previous 13 editions, which have covered themes such as modified starch innovations, sweeteners, emerging applications in food and non-food industries, clean-label ingredient solutions, and sustainability-focused processing.
The upcoming Forum will likely highlight the newest advancements in functional and clean-label starches, starch-based sweetener systems, advanced modification technologies, and applications in plant-based foods, health-oriented formulations, and reduced-sugar products. It will also address important non-food uses including pharmaceuticals, paper, textiles, adhesives, bioplastics, and sustainable packaging materials.
Participants can anticipate expert-led technical sessions, industry case studies, regulatory and quality updates, and discussions on global and Indian market trends. Topics such as raw-material security, supply-chain dynamics, new processing technologies, product innovation strategies, and emerging consumer demands are expected to feature prominently. As with earlier editions, the Forum will facilitate strong networking opportunities, enabling companies, innovators, and researchers to collaborate, identify business partnerships, and explore new market possibilities.
Overall, the 14th Starch Forum on 11 September 2026 is positioned to continue its role as a comprehensive and forward-looking industry platform. It will integrate scientific insights, commercial relevance, sustainability priorities, and real-world applications—helping shape the future direction of starch and starch-derivative technologies across both food and industrial sectors.
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Starch Forum - An Overview
