This event provides a unique opportunity for the Irish Food and Drink industry to connect, learn and support each other towards both domestic and international growth and success.
Date: 26th March 2026 Location: Killashee Hotel, Naas, Kildare
Digital transformation is reshaping how Irish SMEs compete, locally and globally. Through the 2026 theme Innovate, Automate, Elevate, the Forum highlights how automation, AI, and digital marketing empower food businesses to:
Optimize efficiency and compliance through data driven operations.
Expand market reach and export potential via digital channels.
Address critical skills gaps with targeted upskilling and collaborative learning.
Increase sustainability and food transparency through advanced technologies
Watch the highlights of the 2025 event.
Find out about Exhibiting opportunities
The Irish Food Trade Connect Forum is Ireland’s leading annual event and network platform dedicated to advancing growth, innovation, and collaboration across the food and drink industry. Since its launch in 2024, the Forum has become the goto hub for connecting food producers, brand owners, exporters, and industry professionals eager to trade smarter and grow stronger.
The Irish Food Trade Connect Forum brings together a wealth of experience through our speakers and panellists, who represent resilience, drive and talent. They elevate our knowledge, helping us reach our full potential.
Our mission is to provide the Food and Drinks trade sector with information, networks and support to tackle domestic and international market challenges which help achieve your growth and profitability goals.
GS1 Ireland is pleased to be sponsoring and exhibiting at this event and we look forward to meeting you on March 26th.