

Conferences
- Conferences with industry specialists
- The conferences will take place in Room G
- By purchasing your ticket, you will gain access to conferences



Instructor
Lic. Alejandro Gómez Tamez
Grupo Asesores en Economía y Administración Pública (GAEAP)Between global and national risks: what Mexico needs to do.
Wednesday, March 5
10:00 - 11:00 hrs.
Auditorium A
* limited space
This conference examines the current state of the national economy, highlighting both opportunities and risks, along with expectations for Mexico's economic and financial variables and projections for the remainder of the year. It will also address potential future risks for the country and its economic activities.



Instructor
Anneline Padayachee
The Food and Nutrition Doctor AustraliaRedefining red meat: nutrition, longevity, and environmental balance.
Tuesday, March 4
13:00 - 14:00 hrs.
Auditorium A
* limited space
Myths about red meat will be debunked, highlighting its crucial role in human health as part of a balanced diet. Dr. Anneline will also explain the vital role farmers play in achieving health equity and societal longevity, using the Australian red meat industry as a case study. This industry operates under a unique set of environmental constraints, offering valuable insights.



Instructor
Lic. Eduardo Guerrero Gutiérrez
Lantia intelligencePublic security, organized crime, risk analysis, and prospects for the meat industry.
Wednesday, March 5
12:00 - 1:00 hrs.
Auditorium A
* limited space
This conference will provide an assessment of the current state of public security in the country and the impact of organized crime dynamics at a regional level. It will analyze the risks and threats to the meat industry in the short and medium term, as well as the capacity of law enforcement, military institutions, and intelligence agencies to address these challenges. Additionally, potential future scenarios will be explored, and strategies that the business sector could implement to help reduce criminal violence and strengthen security in various regions will be discussed.




Instructor
Dr. María Salud Rubio LozanoUniversidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)
Dr. Diego Braña VarelaELANCO
Production of alternative proteins for the nutrition of the future.
Wednesday, March 5
13:00 - 14:00 hrs.
Auditorium A
* limited space
This conference will explore emerging technologies in protein production through Cellular Agriculture, analyzing the global investment landscape and technological advancements in the sector. It will examine key methods such as fermentation and cultivated meat, as well as alternative protein sources, including plants, insects, and algae. Additionally, consumer perceptions of these products will be discussed, along with a comparison of their nutritional differences with conventional meat.



Instructor
Lic. Raúl Alanís
GÜNTNEREnergy and water savings in current refrigeration systems for the dairy industry.
Thursday, March 6
12:00 - 13:00 hrs.
Auditorium A
* limited space
Showcasing advances, trends, applications, and recommendations for commercial and industrial refrigeration focused on the dairy market for large and SME companies.



Instructor
Jesús Cruz
EurocarneAutomation, digitalization, and artificial intelligence: key tools to boost production, improve quality, and promote sustainability in the meat industry.
Tuesday, March 4
14:00 - 15:00 hrs.
Auditorium A
* limited space
There are numerous technological advancements that can be applied from other fields to the meat industry. Companies that adopt the latest innovations in automation, digitalization, and artificial intelligence to enhance their production, quality, and sustainability will gain a significant competitive edge over others. This conference will explore the technologies that can propel the sector into the future.




Instructor
Israel Ortega Hinojosa
Gustavo Vázquez López
Cargill Food Solutions México
Ancestral Future – Innovating from our roots.
Tuesday, March 4
09:30 - 10:30 hrs.
Auditorium A
* limited space
Discover how cultural roots are redefining the food industry through cutting-edge innovations grounded in ancestral wisdom and tailored to Generation Z's identity. Through the Foresight tool, explore emerging signals that anticipate the fusion of our cultural heritage with modernity and understand how this could impact indulgence, sustainability, and health in the protein and food market in Mexico.




Instructor
Sheila GuebaraSEARA
Marta GiannichiMinerva Foods
Panel: Implementing Sustainability Systems in Meat Production: Experiences from Leading Companies Around the World.
Thursday, March 6
10:00 - 11:00 hrs.
Auditorium A
* limited space



Instructor
Ing. Marco Flavio Delgado Gutiérrez
Instituto de la carne y de la leche A.C. (INCALEC)Current Outlook of the Global Dairy Industry and Its Relationship with Mexico.
Thursday, March 6
11:00 - 12:00 hrs.
Auditorium A
* limited space
The global dairy industry is undergoing a transformation driven by key trends such as sustainability, technological innovation, shifting consumer preferences, and evolving international markets. This conference will explore the current dynamics of the sector and its impact on Mexico. It will analyze the role of major global producers, including the European Union, the United States, New Zealand, and Latin America, as well as how factors such as regulations and demand are shaping dairy production and trade.




Instructor
Dr. Navjot Kaur
Dr. Samia Lounis
Government of Canada
Export of Meat and Poultry Products from Canada to Mexico.
Wednesday, March 5
11:30 - 12:30 hrs.
Auditorium B
* limited space
This conference will present the Canadian experience in food safety, outlining the legal framework and the meat export certification process. It will also examine the roles and responsibilities of various stakeholders involved in ensuring compliance with international standards.
Exhibitor Conferences



Speaker
Antonio Martínez Marín
Catalina Food SolutionsRevolutionizing the meat industry: the path to zero waste.
Tuesday, March 4
12:30 to 13:30 hrs.
Auditorium B
Be part of the transformation towards a more sustainable and profitable meat industry. We will unveil the path to innovative strategies to extend shelf life, preserve quality, maximize yield, and minimize waste. With a comprehensive focus on preservation, oxidation, and injection, we will demonstrate how zero waste can become the new standard of excellence. The future of meat starts now!



Speaker
Ignacio Clemente López
DoscadesaFood antimicrobials: application in the meat industry (shelf life and food safety)
Tuesday, March 4
15:30 to 16:30 hrs.
Auditorium B
This conference will analyze the factors influencing microbial growth in meat and meat products, including pH, water activity, temperature, and packaging methods. It will address the main microorganisms affecting these products and the antimicrobial strategies used in the industry, considering synergies and functional limitations of preservatives. Finally, key findings from research projects co-funded by the European Regional Development Fund (FEDER) and the Institute for Development of the Region of Murcia (INFO), carried out by DOSCADESA between 2018 and 2025, will be presented, focusing on the development of new preservatives for the meat sector.



Speaker
Rolando Martín-Forero Morente
RCR Industrial FlooringGuide for use and maintenance of agrifood floorings
Tuesday, March 4
17:00 a 18:00 hrs.
Auditorium B
My work has focused on the development and commercialization of the technical systems of special flooring, of the RCR group including the development and improvement of them and their technical dissemination in various official bodies, such as: Official Colleges of Engineering, Architecture, Universities, international training EMMEA RCR, ANETIF MEXICO, Portugal, Rome, Berlin Rome, Edinburgh.



Speaker
Sandra Cervilla
VilherTransforming meat by-products into valuable resources: sustainability and added value for the food industry
Wednesday, March 5
12:30 to 13:30 hrs.
Auditorium B
In our conference we will address how sustainability is transforming the meat industry through the revalorization of by-products. We will show how we convert these by-products into high-value ingredients, such as collagens, plasma and colorants, which improve the quality, performance and nutritional profile of meat products. Finally, we will talk about practical applications that reduce costs, increase protein value and optimize organoleptic characteristics, offering innovative solutions for a more competitive and sustainable market.



Speaker
Mauricio Baena
Food freezing: innovation and sustainability
Wednesday, March 5
14:00 to 15:00 hrs.
Auditorium B
The cold chain of the meat sector currently has different challenges, among which are insufficient infrastructure, high costs, failure in its quality, training of personnel and implementation of technology in Monitoring. If we implement a technology that provides better investment conditions and lower investment costs and that directly impacts sustainability in all its areas, it is the solution to this problem. CO2 technology proposes a sustainable technological solution that is a reality in Latin America today.



Speaker
Oscar Herrejon
Heat pumps: decarbonization solutions and operational savings
Wednesday, March 5
17:00 to 18:00 hrs.
Auditorium B
During this session, you will learn how to boost your sustainability and energy savings goals through efficient cooling solutions with heat pumps. It will address the advantages and benefits offered by this equipment in terms of CO2 reduction, gas consumption, water consumption and maintenance compared to the use of cooling towers or evaporative condensers.



Speaker
Ulrich Sander
Optimization of packaging processes with vacuum technology in the meat industry
Wednesday, March 5
15:30 a 16:30 hrs.
Auditorium B
The conference addresses how vacuum technology optimizes packaging processes in the meat industry by extending product shelf life, preserving freshness, reducing waste and improving operational efficiency. It presents the benefits of integrating advanced systems, such as high-performance vacuum pumps and digital monitoring, to increase productivity, comply with international regulations and promote sustainability in a highly competitive market. It also includes success stories that demonstrate the return on investment and competitive advantages of adopting these solutions in a highly demanding market.



Speaker
Rodolfo Garza
Effects of global warming on the preservation of meat products
Wednesday, March 5
18:15 to 19:15 hrs.
Auditorium B
Global warming is disrupting traditional preservation strategies, accelerating microbial growth, and causing premature food spoilage, leading to significant costs for the industry. This conference will examine the science behind microbial inhibition, exploring the most relevant microorganisms and the effectiveness of organic acids at different concentrations. It will also discuss organoleptic impacts and the risks of reducing antimicrobials below minimum inhibitory levels. By following scientific principles and best manufacturing practices, the industry can address these challenges and ensure product quality and safety.



Speaker
Mario Alberto Armijo Bribiesca
Construction of tif-certified cold rooms: the key to ensure safety, innocuity, and quality in meat products
Thursday, March 6
12:30 to 13:30 hrs.
Auditorium B
This conference will focus on the essential principles for designing and constructing TIF-certified cold rooms, in compliance with the NOM-008-ZOO-1994, ensuring food safety in meat products. Key components such as panels, sealants, and temperature control systems will be discussed, along with best practices for maintaining optimal refrigeration conditions to ensuring the quality, safety, and food integrity of meat products.



Speaker
Richard Landay
Flavors with impact in the meat industry
Thursday, March 6
14:00 a 15:00 hrs.
Auditorium B
Nothing says more about the origin and representativeness of a food than its taste. In the case of meats, the flavor expresses, through the ingredients and preparation methods, a little of the culture and history of those who prepare them. At Kerry, we have technological platforms that add personality to the flavor, as well as the enrichment of meat attributes, promoting sustainable nutrition. Discover the importance of flavor in meat products and how our smoke technology offers benefits that go beyond taste.



Speaker
Rob Taylor
Strategies for Cost Reduction and Operational Excellence in Meatpacking Packaging & Equipment Speaker.
Tuesday, March 4
14:00 a 15:00 hrs.
Auditorium B
This conference will cover strategies to enhance the quality and efficiency of meat product packaging. It will explore conveyor configurations, packaging techniques, and box designs to prevent damage and optimize workflow. Additionally, it will analyze the impact of reprocessing on quality, identifying root causes of defects through data analysis. Finally, the session will highlight the synergy between packaging and machinery, demonstrating how proper selection and utilization can improve product presentation and maximize operational profitability.




Speakers
Barbara Peters
Miriam Golcalves
Meat the benefits.
Thursday, March 6
15:30 a 16:30 hrs.
Auditorium B
This conference will explore the benefits of soy protein in the meat industry and as a plant-based alternative to animal meat, debunking misconceptions and highlighting its impact on health and sustainability. Additionally, it will cover the fundamental principles of food protection, including challenges in the supply chain, distribution, and storage. Strategies and industry control measures will be presented, with a focus on the use of preservatives and their key role in the sustainability of the global food system.