Join us at the exclusive World Nut and Dried Fruit Congress.
The #1 event for the entire industry!
Welcome to the Exclusive INC World Nut & Dried Fruit Congress, Vancouver 2024!
This 2024 get ready to be wowed at the INC Congress in the stunning location of Vancouver. Expecting over 1,300 company owners, presidents, and CEOs, from world-renowned companies, the industry’s flagship event is the only space that offers participants the opportunity to learn, network, and do business with top industry professionals from 65 countries. During the three-day event, over 60 speakers will take the stage to give unparalleled insights looking into the current market landscape, crop forecast data, and spotlighting essential trends that will set the industry agenda for the coming year.
Interested in sponsoring or exhibiting in Vancouver? Early booking comes with many advantages! Take a look below to see what’s on offer.
Who’s Coming
Dear INC friends,
The 40th World Nut and Dried Fruit Congress, the flagship event of the International Nut and Dried Fruit Council (INC), took place in London from May 22-24. Nearly 1,300 attendees from 65 countries gathered at JW Marriott Grosvenor House London to share ideas on market development, the latest findings in health and nut allergy research, and the sustainable growth of the industry.
Throughout the three days, industry experts examined the current state of the market, key trends, and future outlook, giving participants the best industry insights available. And as in previous events, the Congress program included a set of roundtables for each nut and dried fruit, seminars on nutrition and sustainability, keynote speeches from respected experts, and an exclusive program of social events held at the most iconic London spots, allowing attendees to network with industry professionals.
London is recognized as one of the leading global hubs for finance, trade, and business and the city is consistently at the forefront of innovation, making it a prime destination for the INC Congress.
We hope you had a great time in London.
Yours sincerely,
The Organizing Committee
Mr. Michael Waring, INC Chairman
Mr. Giles Hacking, INC Congress Chairman
Mr. Mark Mariani, INC Executive Committe Member
Mrs. Goretti Guasch, INC Executive Director
Schedule
Program
From May 8-10, 2024 top professionals from the nut and dried fruit sector will descend on Vancouver the seaport city on the mainland of British Columbia for three days of networking, business, and fun. The program will give participants the latest updates in the industry, some surprising keynote sessions and evening social events perfect for making business contacts. You won’t want to miss it. View program
Speakers
The INC Congress counts of the expertise of the industry’s top professionals to impart their knowledge on participants through a number of sessions on each nut and dried fruit. As well as this, each year the congress brings to its attendees the most memorable and motivating keynote speakers.
Awards
At the INC we are firm believers that good work deserves recognition. The INC Awards are the premier international showcase of excellence for the nuts and dried fruits industry and are given out every year to show our gratitude for the excellent work and dedication to the nut and dried fruit industry undertaken by our awardees. See awards.
Activities & Tours
Congress participants can now join our enriching Academia On-Site Program before the INC Congress this year, held in California’s Central Valley. Our annual golf and tennis tournament promises a day of leisure with fellow industry peers. If you are attending the congress with someone, explore the captivating wonders of Vancouver through our thoughtfully curated accompanying person tours, allowing yourself to be truly seduced by the charm and beauty of this vibrant city. See more.
VENUE & HOTELS
This year the INC Congress will be held at the stunning location of The Vancouver Convention Centre. Located in downtown Vancouver, the centre is a beautiful, inspiring event space with an unbeatable waterfront location and an abundance of natural light. Known as the world’s greenest city, Vancouver is a coastal, seaport city full of character and unique skylines and attractions to visit, from old to new there’s something for everyone.
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INC MEMBERS
ONLY FOR INC MEMBERS
- Add additional delegates at a saving of €100
- Exclusive sponsorship opportunities
- Fast-track registration
- Identified as an INC Member on congress badge
- 3-day access to exhibition hall
- Access to social events
- Live chat with participants via the online platform
- Access to live session and online replays
NON MEMBERS
Ended March 31
LAST CHANCE
Ended March 31
- Early bird discounts
- Saving of €1,350 compared to non-members
- Add additional delegates at a saving of €200
- Exclusive sponsorship opportunities
- Fast-track registration
- Identified as an INC Member on congress badge
- 3-day access to exhibition hall
- Access to social events
- Live chat with participants via the online platform
- Access to live session and online replays
INC MEMBERS
LAST PRICE
From April 1 / €2,750 or €2,650 for additional delegate
FOR INC MEMBERS
- Early bird discount
- Saving up to €1,350 compared to non-members
- Add additional delegates at a saving of €100
- Exclusive sponsorship opportunities
- Fast-track registration
- Identified as an INC Member on congress badge
- 3-day access to exhibition hall
- Access to social events
- Live chat with participants via the online platform
- Access to live session and online replays
NON MEMBERS
ENDS MARCH 31
FOR NON-MEMBERS
- Early bird discount
- Saving of €1,350 compared to members
- Add additional delegates at a saving of €200
- Exclusive sponsorship opportunities
- Fast-track registration
- Identified as an INC Member on congress badge
- 3-day access to exhibition hall
- Access to social events
- Live chat with participants via the online platform
- Access to live session and online replays
INC MEMBERS
REGULAR PRICE
From Feb 16 / €2,450 or €2,350 for additional delegate
FOR INC MEMBERS
- Early bird discount
- Saving up to €1,350 compared to non-members
- Add additional delegates at a saving of €200
- Exclusive sponsorship opportunities
- Fast-track registration
- Identified as an INC Member on congress badge
- 3-day access to exhibition hall
- Access to social events
- Live chat with participants via the online platform
- Access to live session and online replays
NON MEMBERS
OPENS FEB 16
FOR NON-MEMBERS
- Early bird discount
- Saving of €1,350 compared to members
- Add additional delegates at a saving of €200
- Exclusive sponsorship opportunities
- Fast-track registration
- Identified as an INC Member on congress badge
- 3-day access to exhibition hall
- Access to social events
- Live chat with participants via the online platform
- Access to live session and online replays
INC MEMBERS
LAST CHANCE €xx
From March 31
FOR INC MEMBERS
- Saving of €XX compared to non-members
- Add additional delegates at a saving of €XX
- Exclusive sponsorship opportunities
- Fast-track registration
- Identified as an INC Member on congress badge
- 3-day access to exhibition hall
- Access to social events
- Live chat with participants via the online platform
- Access to live session and online replays
NON MEMBERS
LAST CHANGE €xx
From March 31
- Saving of €xx compared to non-members
- Exclusive sponsorship opportunities
- Fast-track registration
- Identified as an INC Member on congress badge
- 3-day access to exhibition hall
- Access to social events
- Live chat with participants via the online platform
- Access to live session and online replays
What Congress Participants Say
See what participants say about their past Congress experiences
What Congress Participants Say
See what participants say about their past Congress experiences
NETWORKING
At the congress, you will network with the industry’s brightest minds, absorb top-notch content on stage, and immerse yourself in a space brimming with opportunities to elevate your business to the next level. In addition to the online networking platform (Meeting Point), our evening social events provide a chance to unwind with the sector’s finest, reconnect with old friends, and make new ones.
INC Awards
At the INC we are firm believers that good work deserves recognition. The INC Awards are the premier international showcase of excellence for the nuts and dried fruits industry and are given out every year to show our gratitude for the excellent work and dedication to the nut and dried fruit industry undertaken by our awardees. The INC Awards program comprises the Golden Nut Award, the Award for Excellence in Gastronomy, the Award for Excellence in Research, the Award for Excellence in Sustainability, and the Innovation Award.
Golden Nut Award
Honouring excellence in the nuts and dried fruit industry, the Golden Nut Award is the maximum international recognition to the excellence in the sector.
Excellence in Research
The INC Award for Excellence in Research is aimed at recognizing outstanding researchers whose contributions have led to significant accomplishments in health and nutrition research related to nuts and/or dried fruits.
Excellence in Gastronomy
The INC Award for Excellence in Gastronomy is a recognition that acknowledges chefs who have made significant contributions to high gastronomy: culinary creations and new product development including nuts and/or dried fruits.
Innovation Award
The INC Celebrates New Ideas and Innovative Approaches. INC wants to thank all the companies for submitting their products and services for the Innovation Award, and invites INC members to apply, in the form of new products, ideas, services, or business models.
Other Recognitions
Apart from the aforementioned awards, the INC gives out other deservedly recognitions to those who have made an impacy on the industry, for example, the Lifetime Achievement Award.
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Welcome to the World's Greatest
Nut and Dried Fruit Industry Event
The largest International gathering of Presidents and CEO’s from the world’s leading nut and Dried Fruit Companies.
Update on industry statistics, crop forecasts, supply, consumption and market dynamics.
An average of 1,000 participants. An excellent platform for seeking industry opportunities, making deals and networking.
A varied set of social activities to renew professional relationships in a different and more relaxed atmosphere.
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