Invitation to CoLab-event on Food Production, October 1-3, Kristianstad, Sweden

The first day aims to share current research of the topic with the Spot on food to gain knowledge and to identify common challenges and collaboration opportunities. After this session questions have been raised to wider explore through the Spot on Food-event.

About the topic

In today's society, we face significant challenges related to sustainable food consumption and production. Climate change poses fundamental threats to both people and ecosystems, and when combined with global crises like the COVID-19 pandemic and the Ukraine war, new conditions have emerged that profoundly affect how we consume and produce food. These changes have resulted in increased food prices, food insecurity, and even shortages, highlighting the vulnerability of the global food system. Addressing these issues through innovative approaches in food consumption and production is essential to finding solutions to these pressing challenges. The key question is how to feed a growing population without compromising the health of the planet and its people, while fostering innovation that is inclusive, equitable, competitive, and sustainable.

By exploring the theme of Resilient Systems through the lenses of Entrepreneurship, Diversity, and Preparedness, this CoLab aims to address these multifaceted challenges and contribute to building a more sustainable and resilient future. Each perspective offers unique insights and strategies that, when integrated, can create robust systems capable of withstanding and adapting to the myriad challenges of the modern world.

Program

Spot on Food is organized 1-3 October and consists of three sections. Customice your participation, choose when and where you want to join!
The event begins with the Food Hack, which runs from 1-3 October. On 2 October, there is an opportunity to participate in Build up Day with a Food road trip and a Community dinner.

October 30: Arrival day

Welcome to an informal gathering at the Quality Grand Hotel sometime between 5 PM and 8 PM. Please notify Fredrika Braw.

1-3 October: Food Hack (open for students)

Food Hack welcome our COLOURS allied students to join together with other people who is passionate about sustainability and innovation in the food system.

October 1: Co lab Food Production

Researchers will share current research, aiming to gain knowledge and identify common challenges. Insights from this session will be explored further during the Spot on food-event. The program for Co lab Food Production. At the end of the day we welcome you to join the Co lab dinner. Please register to Fredrika Braw, Fredrika.braw@hkr.se

2 October: Build up day

There will be a possibility for a Field Study where you can join a guided bus tour to visit local farmers and beverage producers, exploring sustainable food production.

In the evening, join us for a Community Dinner to enjoy a curated selection of culinary delights and network with other attendees. 

3 October: Conference day

The Conference Day will explore the theme “Resilient Systems” through Entrepreneurship, Diversity, and Preparedness. Engage in focused networking, AI-powered matchmaking, and discussions with scientists and experts.

After the conference, there will be an Informal meet to wrap up the experience and plan future collaborations.

Practical information

Register for the Build up day and the conference here: https://krinova.confetti.events/spot-on-food/

Register for the Co lab the 1st October by contacting Fredrika.braw@hkr.se

How to get to Kristianstad!

The nearest airport is Copenhagen Airport or Malmoe Airport (Sturup)
Train: Take the train from Copenhagen Airport or Malmoe C, bound for Karlskrona, the stop is Kristianstad C.

Accomodation – hotels

Grand hotel Kristianstad
Hotel C4
Stadshotellet
Hotell Park Allé

Welcome!