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The Pitch! Finale (presented by Seeding The Future Foundation)

Watch six innovative startups compete live in The Pitch! Finale. Each finalist will deliver a 5-minute pitch to a panel of expert judges and a live audience representing all facets of the global food industry. Winners will receive $15,000 in cash prizes presented by Seeding The Future Foundation, along with Nextin™ Growth Strategy Ideation Sessions to help accelerate their growth. Don't miss this exciting showcase of the next generation of food innovation on the Main Stage!2026 Finalists:BioBlends Fermenstation Co., Ltd. Forever Harvest Liquid Orchard Inc. Nurtured Nuts Company Symbio Bioculinary

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Wednesday, July 15, 2026 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM CT Expo Hall A: Main Stage

Watch six innovative startups compete live in The Pitch! Finale. Each finalist will deliver a 5-minute pitch to a panel of expert judges and a live audience representing all facets of the global food industry. Winners will receive $15,000 in cash prizes presented by Seeding The Future Foundation, along with Nextin™ Growth Strategy Ideation Sessions to help accelerate their growth. Don't miss this exciting showcase of the next generation of food innovation on the Main Stage!

2026 Finalists:

  • BioBlends
  • Fermenstation Co., Ltd.
  • Forever Harvest
  • Liquid Orchard Inc.
  • Nurtured Nuts Company
  • Symbio Bioculinary

Event Type

  • Startup Pavillion