IFAMA 2027 World Conference

Beyond Resilience:
Strategic Adaptability

June 20–25, 2027 • Lima, Peru

Join global leaders, researchers, practitioners, students and innovators in Lima to exchange ideas, build connections and explore practical solutions for a more resilient global food and agribusiness system.

600+ Attendees
45+ Countries
Ideas Into Action
Peru Where Resilience Thrives

LEARN FROM EXPERTS
AND INNOVATORS.

IFAMA 2027 brings together a uniquely global community of leaders, researchers, practitioners, students and policymakers to explore how agribusiness can adapt, innovate and thrive in an increasingly unpredictable world.

Through international collaboration, cross-generational exchange and the connection of research with real-world business, we’ll turn ideas into action—and strengthen the resilience of food and agricultural systems around the world.

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Beyond the competition, what makes IFAMA truly special is the people. Each year, students, professors, industry professionals and leaders from around the world come together around a shared passion for agriculture, food systems and positive impact—building relationships that span continents.
Leo Krueger Sales Coordinator, ADM Nutrition · USA
Moray agricultural terraces in Peru

ANCIENT TERRACES.

ENDURING INSIGHT.

Potato harvest in Peru

ROOTED IN TRADITION.

GROWING THE FUTURE.

Lima city, cliffs and Pacific Ocean

PACIFIC ENERGY.

GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE.

Blueberries representing Peru's agricultural exports

INNOVATION IN THE FIELD.

OPPORTUNITY WORLDWIDE.

PERU: WHERE
RESILIENCE THRIVES

Where paradoxes become possibilities.

Peru is a remarkable place to explore what strategic adaptability looks like in practice. A global fresh-produce powerhouse has emerged alongside millions of smallholder farmers, while coastal deserts, Andean mountains and the Amazon support dramatically different production systems.

Innovation, irrigation, biodiversity and centuries of agricultural knowledge converge here—making Peru not simply the setting for IFAMA 2027, but part of the conversation itself.

Global agri-export
leader

Top exporter of table grapes, blueberries, avocados and more.

Extraordinary
diversity

28 of the world's 32 climate types.

Agriculture, gastronomy
& culture

A world-renowned culinary destination and rich cultural heritage.

CONFERENCE THEMES

Climate & Resource Volatility

When historical climate data no longer predicts the future, how do you plan production around water scarcity, soil salinization, and unpredictable weather?

Consumer & Market Shifts

Consumer preferences shift faster than ever. How quickly can companies actually adapt when demand signals change?

Geopolitical & Market Shocks

Trade routes shift and input costs swing overnight. How do businesses reduce single-point dependency on one market, client, or supplier?

People, Livelihoods & Inclusive Value Creation

Resilient agrifood systems depend on people as much as technology. How can businesses strengthen farmer livelihoods while building competitive and sustainable food systems?

The Limits of Data & AI in Decision-Making

When conditions have no historical precedent, where do predictive models break down — and how do leaders decide without them?

Innovation, New Genetics & Productivity

New inputs, technologies and production systems are reshaping agriculture. How can farmers combine innovation and sound agronomy to strengthen resilience?

The Labor Question: From Hands to Machines

Labor shortages are forcing agriculture to rethink how food is produced. Where will robotics, mechanization, AI, and autonomous systems replace human labor — and where will they create new opportunities?

Regenerative Agriculture: Measuring the Return

Soil, carbon, water, and biodiversity metrics are converging into one ROI question. How do organizations scale regenerative practices while maintaining productivity and profitability?

Financial & Operational Resilience

How do businesses invest in growth while keeping enough flexibility in reserve to survive whatever comes next. How do smallholders access financing to withstand ongoing risk?

Rethinking Finance for Agriculture

Agriculture needs patient capital, but investors want predictable returns. How can conventional and alternative forms of finance bridge the gap between agricultural risk, impact, and investable returns?

The Next Generation & Labor Transition

As producers age and youth leave rural areas, who will lead the next generation of agribusiness — and how do we prepare them?

From Smallholder to Global Scale

What does strategic adaptability require at each scale?

Business and
Industry Forum

Bringing together global agribusiness leaders, industry innovators and decision-makers to discuss resilience, markets, technology, finance and strategic adaptability.

Events like this remind me that the future of agriculture is built through relationships, collaboration and a willingness to learn from different realities.
Jorge Bittner Agribusiness & AgTech Business Development Leader, Chile

Academic
Symposium

Academic members share teaching approaches and new research with industry leaders, government representatives and fellow scholars—helping shape the future of food and agribusiness. Peer-reviewed research is presented in parallel sessions, creating the intellectual foundation for conversations that continue throughout the World Conference and connecting rigorous scholarship with real-world industry challenges.

Reviewing scholarly work is both a privilege and a reminder of the important role that collaboration, critical engagement, and knowledge sharing play in shaping sustainable and resilient food systems for the future.
Siyasanga Mgoduka Doctor of Commerce at the University of Zululand, South Africa

Students & Young Professionals

Global Student
Case Competition

Global perspective. Real solutions. Brighter futures.

IFAMA hosts the only global agribusiness case competition for students, graduate-level students, and young professionals. It showcases next-generation talent from around the world, connecting bright minds with industry, research, and real opportunities.

Teams tackle real-world challenges, develop innovative solutions, and build critical skills in problem-solving, teamwork, creativity, and analytical thinking. Participants gain global networks and visibility with leading companies, recruiters, and industry leaders—helping to launch meaningful careers and a brighter future for food systems.

Global Student Case Competition participants from around the world
Students participating in the IFAMA Global Student Case Competition
2026 Global Student Case Competition first-place team

Tackle Real-World Challenges

Apply your skills to meaningful global issues.

Build Global Networks

Connect with peers, industry leaders, and opportunities.

Get Noticed by Recruiters

Gain visibility with top companies and organizations.

Sharpen Teamwork and Problem-Solving

Develop creativity, analytical thinking, and leadership skills.

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