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HELLO

Welcome to
MedDiet2026

We are thrilled to organize the 1st International Agri-Food & Mediterranean Diet Congress, programmed through the collaboration of Turkish and Mediterranean countries scientists, public institutions, private sector and NGO representatives.

Our congress will be an important meeting point to reveal the enormous potential of healthy nutrition, gastronomy and agri-food in Turkey and Mediterrenean contries and will offer new opportunities for organisations investing in the sector. The congress will bring together scientists and industry professionals and will include panels, workshops, promotional and marketing activities, b2b meetings, tasting events and an award ceremony. Top scientists will meet at our congress to discuss the latest advances in the theory and practice of the agri-food and Mediterranean diet system.

Why Antalya? Antalya is one of the most important cities of agriculture, gastronomy, and tourism in the Mediterranean basin. It is a key center where the Mediterranean Diet is preserved and promoted to the world through tourism. Antalya is also one of Europe’s strongest hubs for greenhouse cultivation and fresh fruit and vegetable exports in Türkiye.

We will be delighted to welcome you, our esteemed stakeholders and sector representatives, in Antalya.

Where

Nazım Hikmet Fuar ve Kongre Merkezi, Konyaaltı, Antalya, Türkiye

When

October 7-9, 2026

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WHY MEDDIET2026

Our Feature

Great Speakers

We will listen to leading scientists and influential executives.

Workshops

You will gain experience of participating in practical work in workshops.

Networking

You will make new connections in the B2B meeting program and stand sections.

Success

New discoveries, new talents and shared successes for a healthy life.

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We Support
One Health Approach

Inspired by the dietary habits of Mediterranean countries, the Mediterranean Diet is a refined, healthy eating pattern backed by scientific research. Our congress supports the "One Health" approach of the World Health Organization.

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MEDDİET2026

Main Concept

In the main hall, keynote speakers and moderated discussion panels will address engaging topics covering the entire sector. Workshops held in breakout rooms will feature practical, hands-on activities. Stakeholders will derive maximum benefit from the congress through exhibition stands, b2b meetings, and social events. All presentations and activities will provide new insights and opportunities for the business world (i2b). Distinguished individuals and institutions making a difference will be awarded.

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WHO WILL BE TEHERE?

Participants Profile

We aim to welcome 500 participants from Türkiye and Mediterrenean contries, as well as Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, Russia, and the United States.
  • Scientists and Academics
  • Food Industry Representatives
  • Health and Nutrition Experts
  • Leading Chefs of Mediterranean Cuisine
  • Representatives of International Organizations
  • Public Institutions
  • Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
  • Cooperatives and Producer Unions
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Media and Communication Professionals

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HOST INSTITUTION

Akdeniz University

Akdeniz University, one of Türkiye’s leading public universities, serves as the host institution and strategic academic partner of the Congress. With its Faculties of Agriculture and Tourism and its Department of Food Engineering, Akdeniz University is closely aligned with the Congress themes. The University stands as one of the Mediterranean Basin’s leading scientific hubs in agricultural innovation, gastronomy, sustainability, food safety, and agri-food systems research.