Irish Food Trade Connect Forum

About this event

The Irish Food Trade Connect Forum 2026 ran on 26 March 2026 at the Killashee Hotel in Naas, Co. Kildare under the theme 'Innovate, Automate, Elevate'. The day-long forum brings together food producers, brand owners, exporters, retail buyers and foodservice professionals for expert panels and showcase networking covering AI, automation and digital marketing in the food sector.

What to expect

• Theme: Innovate, Automate, Elevate (AI & digital)
• Speakers from Aldi Ireland, Applegreen, Henderson
• Networking with senior retail & foodservice buyers
• Showcase area for products and partnerships
• Partners: ShelfLife, GS1 Ireland, IQFDA

Featured Producers in Kildare

Local food producers connected to this event — buy direct or learn who's behind the food on the table.