IDMA Istanbul 2026 will bring together the global grain and food processing sector in Istanbul
IDMA Istanbul 2026, one of the most important events in the global grain, feed and food processing industry, is preparing for a major gathering at the Istanbul Exhibition Centre from 25 to 27 June 2026, which will shape the future of the sector. Now in its 11th edition, the event aims to open new doors in international trade, technology and investment by bringing together industry professionals from over 100 countries.
Having become a key global reference point for grain and food processing technologies, the fair is more than just a commercial event showcasing products and technologies; it serves as an international platform where strategic decisions shaping the sector’s future are discussed. Manufacturers, investors, distributors and purchasing delegations active in the production technologies of flour, feed, maize, semolina, rice, pulses, bulgur, pasta and biscuits will gather in Istanbul.
Muhammet Ali Kalkan, Chairman of the Board of Directors at HAGE Group, the event’s organiser, highlights that with the global population on the rise, safe and sustainable food production has become more critical than ever. According to Kalkan, IDMA Istanbul 2026 is a strategic event designed not only to strengthen existing commercial relationships but also to facilitate the emergence of new investment opportunities.
The fair is expected to attract over 10,000 professional visitors from more than 100 countries and host over 300 participating companies. In addition, with official delegations from over 60 countries set to attend, thousands of B2B business meetings will take place. This demonstrates that the event has become a significant trade hub not only for Turkey but also for the global sector.
Industry experts note that disruptions in the global supply chain in recent years have prompted countries to adopt a more strategic approach to food security. This, in turn, is accelerating investment in grain processing technologies, automation systems, energy efficiency and sustainable production infrastructure. It is precisely at this juncture that IDMA Istanbul 2026 brings together the sector’s latest technologies under one roof, offering companies significant opportunities for the future.
The IDMA Global Grain & Milling Forum, to be held concurrently with the exhibition, will be one of the event’s most notable features. The forum will address the sector’s most critical issues, including food safety, global grain trade, next-generation milling technologies, AI-supported production systems, automation, sustainability and supply chain resilience.
It is anticipated that the new commercial connections and investment agreements established at the fair will contribute approximately $1 billion to the sector’s total trade volume. This figure demonstrates that the organisation has evolved far beyond being merely a trade fair, becoming a strategic hub where global trade is shaped.
Bringing industry players together during this transformation process, IDMA Istanbul 2026 stands out as one of the key events that will not only shape today’s commercial opportunities but also the future dynamics of global competition.<\n For companies aiming for growth in the grain and food processing industry, this gathering in Istanbul offers critical opportunities for accessing international markets, developing new partnerships and keeping a close eye on the latest technologies in the sector.
Set to refocus the global sector’s attention on Istanbul, IDMA Istanbul 2026 looks set to be one of the most significant international gatherings of this new era, centred on food safety and sustainable production.