Conference & Seminars
Explore the future of food & beverage at the Conference & Seminar sessions at Anuga Select India 2025. Gain valuable insights, discover emerging trends, and engage in thought-provoking discussions with industry leaders and innovators. It’s your platform to learn, connect, and shape what’s next in the F&B sector.
12:00 - 12:45 PM : Food Forecast 2030: Consumer Trends Driving Innovation in F&B
By 2030, consumer behavior will be the single most disruptive force in the food and beverage industry.
This session explores how shifting values around health, sustainability, technology, and identity are reshaping what, how, and why people eat. Today’s consumers demand more than flavor — they want personalization, transparency, and purpose. And they’re influencing innovation at every level.
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Through expert insights and future scenarios, this session will unpack how brands must adapt — not just to survive, but to lead — in a world where consumers are in control.
12:00 - 12:45 PM
02:00 - 02:45 PM : Quality vs Quantity: Tackling Shelf-Life, Taste Consistency & Safety in Scale-Up
Scaling up isn’t just about making more — it’s about making more with the same quality.
This session tackles the core challenges brands face when moving from small-batch to mass production: preserving shelf-life, taste consistency, and food safety without compromise.
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Get actionable insights from experts who’ve scaled successfully — and learn what it really takes to deliver quality at every step of growth.
02:00 - 02:45 PM
04:00 - 04:45 PM : Beyond the Shelf – Winning Consumers Across Channels in Food Retail
The lines between physical retail, D2C, and quick commerce are blurring — and today’s consumer expects seamless experiences across them all.
This session explores how food brands and retailers are adapting to a new era of channel fluidity, where success lies in meeting consumers where they are, not where you want them to be. From traditional shelf presence to app-based ordering and ultra-fast deliveries, discover how to build brand loyalty in an attention-fragmented world.
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Join retail leaders and disruptors as they share how to thrive in this hybrid landscape — where the real competition is not just shelf space, but screen space and speed.
04:00 - 04:45 PM
11:45 - 12:45 PM : Next-Gen Foods: The Rise of Nutrient-Rich and Health-Enhancing Foods
As consumers become increasingly health-conscious, the future of food lies in function — not just flavor. This session explores the growing demand for next-gen, nutrient-dense, and health-boosting foods that go beyond basic nutrition to support immunity, gut health, energy, cognition, and more.
Driven by advancements in food science, biotech, and personalized nutrition, a new category of functional foods and beverages is reshaping product innovation and consumer expectations.
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Hear from innovators, nutritionists, and brand leaders driving the shift toward foods that nourish and perform — redefining the role of food in modern lifestyles.
11:45 - 12:45 PM
02:00 - 02:45 PM : India’s Beverage Boom: RTD, Functional, and Craft Beverages Reshaping the Market
India’s beverage industry is in the midst of a transformation, fuelled by changing lifestyles, health consciousness, and the demand for premium experiences. This session dives into the rapid growth of ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages, the rising popularity of functional drinks offering health and wellness benefits, and the surge of craft beverages that bring authenticity and innovation to the market. From unique ingredient innovations and sustainable packaging to the evolving role of D2C, e-commerce, and quick commerce in distribution, the discussion will uncover the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of India’s beverage landscape.
02:00 - 02:45 PM
04:00 - 04:45 PM : The Influencer Effect: Driving Brand Visibility in the Age of Social Media
Social media influencers are no longer just trendsetters — they’re brand powerhouses shaping purchase decisions and consumer trust. This session explores how food and beverage brands can harness the influencer effect to build authentic connections, amplify visibility, and drive engagement in a highly competitive digital space. Key themes include:
Join industry experts, digital strategists, and leading influencers to decode what it takes to win in the age of algorithm-driven visibility.
04:00 - 04:45 PM
12:00 - 12:45 PM : The Clean Label Revolution: Transparency in Food Ingredients
Today’s consumers demand more than taste — they want trust. The clean label movement is transforming how food and beverage brands formulate, package, and communicate their products. With increasing awareness around health, sustainability, and ethical sourcing, transparency has shifted from a trend to an expectation.
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Join industry leaders and innovators to uncover how embracing the clean label revolution can build consumer loyalty and competitive advantage in a trust-driven marketplace.
12:00 - 12:45 PM
02:00 - 02:45 PM : Digital Merchandising: Creating Impactful Online Brand Presence
As consumers shift from physical aisles to digital screens, the art of merchandising has moved online — and the rules have changed. In the competitive world of e-commerce, visibility, engagement, and conversion hinge on how effectively a brand showcases its products in the digital space.
This session explores strategies for creating powerful online brand presence, including:
Learn how leading brands are using digital merchandising to capture attention, build trust, and drive sales in a crowded, algorithm-driven marketplace.
02:00 - 02:45 PM
Amit Dutta
Amit brings with him over 14 years of experience in the Food & Agribusiness sector across South Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. He has worked extensively with governments, multilateral agencies, impact investors, and corporates across the agriculture, food, and sustainability landscape.
At Frost & Sullivan, he leads strategic consulting engagements focused on go-to-market strategy, value chain analysis, feasibility studies, and opportunity mapping. His sectoral expertise spans agriculture inputs, animal protein, processed foods, food safety, agri-tech, and large-scale farming. He has played a key advisory role in food security and market development initiatives across the GCC, particularly in Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the UAE.
His experience also includes project management, market research, due diligence, and impact assessments for both private clients and development institutions. A recognized speaker in the industry, he has featured at major platforms including Gulfoods, Saudi Food Show, GPCA, and the Asia Food Congress.
Prior to Frost & Sullivan, he worked with YES Bank, Ernst & Young, Shapoorji & Pallonji, and Harrisons Malayalam. In 2020, he was awarded “Most Influential Food Industry Professional” at the Asia Food Congress & Awards in Mumbai. Speaking engagements (prominent ones) –
Dr. Shashank Bhalkar
Indranil Chatterjee
Dr. Sanjog Surve
Ms. Nitika Vig
Mr. Abhijit Shribas
Bhushan N. Yengade
Bhushan Namdeorao Yengade
Founder Food Industry Consultant - Binder Technology Consultancy
Bhushan Yengade is a globally renowned Food Technologist and the founder of Binder Technology Consultancy, a firm specialising in project management, technical consultation, training, and market research across the food processing, petrochemicals, and gas sectors. His consultancy provides strategic insights and regulatory compliance support to businesses.
He trained as a Food Technologist at Marathwada Agricultural University, India, and the University of Reading, United Kingdom. Bhushan has built a distinguished career across both the private and public sectors, with expertise spanning new product development, quality management, technical operations, and policy advisory.
In the private sector, he has led the development of innovative and profitable food products while optimising supply chains to meet global quality and safety standards. His contributions to regulatory frameworks and risk analysis strategies have helped businesses achieve compliance and expand into new markets.
During his tenure in the public sector, Bhushan worked with the Ministry of Food Processing Industries of India for Maharashtra State, overseeing the National Mission on Food Processing. His responsibilities included evaluating projects in cold supply chains, dairy, agro-processing, bakery, and confectionery, ensuring adherence to technical standards and regulatory compliance.
His key assignments include policy development in the agri-food and processing sector, fostering public-private partnership models for multi-fruit processing industries, conducting strategic market research in food, petrochemicals, and gas sectors, identifying opportunities for ice-cream manufacturing expansion in Maharashtra, and analysing the impact of Brexit and BRICS on the global food processing industry.
Bhushan is actively engaged in food safety and entrepreneurship training. He is an FSSAI-certified trainer. He has conducted programmes for organisations such as the World Bank, World Trade Center, Gulfood, and the Indian Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME). His initiatives focus on enhancing food processing levels, reducing wastage, and adding value for farmers and industries alike.
With expertise in European food laws, risk assessment, agricultural supply chain research, and sensory evaluation, Bhushan continues to shape industry practices and policy frameworks. His cross- sector knowledge and strategic insights make him a key resource for businesses navigating complex regulatory landscapes and emerging market opportunities. He is the Joint Secretary of the Association of Food Scientists and Technologists of India (Mumbai).
