16th International FRUTIC Symposium 2026

Photo: Lietze/ATB

Frutic 2026

Science symposium at Fruit Logistica 2026

The FRUTIC International Symposium, taking place on Farming Forward Stage at FRUIT LOGISTICA 2026 offers a unique platform for bringing together science, practice, and industry in the fresh produce sector. The symposium provides valuable insights into the latest research and fosters dialogue between researchers, practitioners, and technology providers. We warmly invite researchers and professionals from all areas of the fruit and vegetable supply chain to join this exceptional event and contribute to shaping the future of sustainable, data-driven horticulture.

Manuela Zude-Sasse & the Organising committee at
Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Bioeconomy

Topics

The Science Symposium captures horticultural research. Within the scope are the topics:

  • Sensor application in fruit and vegetable production
  • Postharvest technologies
  • Sensor data processing by means of mechanistic and AI models
  • Process optimization by means of physiological or AI models
  • Shelf life extension
  • Fresh keeping of perishables

Date & venue

February 6, 2026
Messe Berlin, Germany

Farming Forward Stage
at FRUIT LOGISTICA 2026

Registration & Submission

You want to join the symposium or take part in it? Then register now. The Frutic 2026 is free of charge. As part of the Fruit Logistica you only need to buy ticket for the Fruit Logistica Fair 2026. After registration you can submit your abstract.

A look back - History of the Fruit Symposia

FRUTIC looks back on a long-standing tradition of international exchange. The first symposium took place in Israel in 1983. Since then, FRUTIC has been hosted in various countries around the world – each time bringing together researchers, industry experts, and practitioners to share knowledge and drive innovation in the fresh produce sector. In 2026, the symposium returns under the organisation of Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Bioeconomy (ATB) – and once again offers a unique opportunity to connect science and industry at Fruit Logistica.

Find information on the last years symposia.

Frutic reviewed

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