Plant Protein Innovation Center (PPIC): Solution Driven Innovation Workshop 2026

Monday and Tuesday, May 18-19

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PPIC is proudly hosting, for the first time, a unique and interactive workshop on Solution-Driven Innovation where innovation meets execution. Happening May 18-19, this two-day, action-oriented event highlights impactful, real-world innovations pioneered by several of PPIC’s industry members, who will share ideas that do not just inspire, they scale.  

Day 1 features 13 leading and aspiring companies who will deliver lightning, 15-minute talks on solution-driven innovations, each focused on tackling today’s most pressing challenges in food and ingredient innovation. Day 2 takes innovation off the stage and into action. Attendees can select two of three interactive sessions with Buhler, NETZSCH, and/or CPM Crown, offering firsthand exposure to advanced processing and pilot capabilities.

The event will be held at the St. Paul Student Center, and registration will be required in advance. Registration will close on Friday, May 8, 5 p.m.