Royal Norfolk Show Innovation Hub 2026

12th June 2026

Find us on Avenue 11 opposite the Jubilee Food Court, where you can see the latest innovations in agri-tech and food-tech created right here in Norfolk! Our Amazing Partners Click to find out more… Day One Programme Day Two Programme

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Agri-tech and Food Technology in Eastern England Innovation Showcase

09th January 2026

The Eastern England Innovation Showcase is coming this March, offering a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge solutions, network with industry leaders, and discover collaboration opportunities that will help to shape the future of food and farming. This flagship event is part of the Launchpad Innovation Cluster, delivered in partnership...

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Innovation and Collaboration celebrated at Inaugural Tastebuds Collective Awards

09th July 2025

Connected Innovation proudly supported the inaugural Tastebuds Collective Food and Drink Collaboration Awards, held to celebrate collaboration and innovation across the region’s food and drink sector. We sponsored the Innovation Project of the Year category, highlighting our commitment to fostering collaborative R&D and supporting agritech, foodtech advancements in our region. The...

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Revolutionising Fibre Intake: The Story of Funki Drinks

08th May 2025

Funki Drinks, a UK-based company, is aiming to tackle the issue of low fibre intake in the UK population by developing Fibre Up, a unique carbonated soft drink fortified with a specially designed fibre blend. Challenge The National Diet and Nutrition Survey found that more than 90% of adults in...

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Reflections on the EcoBite Summit: A Step Towards a Sustainable Food Future

11th December 2024

Last week, the EcoBite Summit brought together industry leaders, innovators, and sustainability enthusiasts at an event hosted by Tastebuds Collective and NAAME, whilst sponsored by Connected Innovation. This collaborative gathering spotlighted urgent issues in food sustainability, underlined by a powerful reminder from one of our guest speakers, CAMVAC: “One-third of...

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Nutrevent 2024: Making Global Connections in Food & Nutrition

10th October 2024

This week, the Tastebuds Collective team had the exciting opportunity to attend Nutrevent 2024 in Lille, France — one of Europe’s most important events in the food, health, and nutrition sectors. It was our first time attending, and we are thrilled with the connections, insights, and collaborations that emerged...

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