At the Italian Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forestry, Italy today presented the TuttoFood 2026 Food Manifesto, outlining a strategic ambition to guide global food supply chains toward a more sustainable, inclusive, and transparent future.
The announcement was made during a press conference attended by Minister Francesco Lollobrigida, where the charter of values underpinning the 2026 edition was formally introduced. The manifesto defines food as more than a commodity, positioning it as a cultural asset, a tool for dialogue among communities, and a fundamental right requiring universal and conscious access.
The document sets out a comprehensive framework for the global food ecosystem, promoting sustainable supply chains, inclusivity, transparency, and a shared responsibility across stakeholders. It is intended to serve as a guiding reference point for the international food community.
Scheduled to take place from May 11 to 14 at Fiera Milano Rho, TuttoFood 2026 is expected to host more than 4,500 international companies, reinforcing its role as a global platform for the food&beverage industry.
“This is not merely a trade exhibition, but a strategic positioning milestone,” said Antonio Cellie, CEO at Fiere di Parma. “Through the Food Manifesto, we introduce a clear vision: food is not just a product or a market. It is a social and economic infrastructure—a driver of development, cohesion, and competitiveness.”
Cellie emphasized the evolution of TuttoFood Milano 2026 from a traditional trade show into a strategic platform shaping the global food system. “It is a space where companies, institutions, buyers, and the scientific community contribute to defining priorities, standards, and development trajectories,” he noted.
With more than 80 countries represented and approximately 100,000 visitors expected, the event is supported by a network of key partners, including Fiera Milano, Koelnmesse (Anuga), Italian Trade Agency, and FoodDrinkEurope. Together, they aim to strengthen an international infrastructure capable of connecting supply chains, markets, and expertise.
Highlighting the broader context, Cellie pointed to the growing geopolitical relevance of food. “Today, food must also be viewed through a geopolitical lens. Food security, supply chain resilience, access to food, and production quality are increasingly central to global economic agendas,” he said. “In this context, platforms such as TuttoFood become operational arenas where relationships across the value chain are built and continuously updated, and where dialogue is translated into concrete initiatives.”
He also underlined the strategic positioning of Italy within global markets. “The performance of Italian exports remains a benchmark for many international sectors, but the point goes beyond product quality alone,” Cellie stated. “It is about a broader model in which Geographical Indications represent a systemic phenomenon, food becomes the synthesis of culture, supply chain, and people, and Italy increasingly establishes itself not only as a production origin, but also as a destination for food enthusiasts and industry professionals. This explains why Made in Italy today is no longer limited to exporting. It attracts,” he concluded, adding that TuttoFood is poised to become one of the key platforms where this value is structured, communicated, and projected onto global markets.
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