Utrecht, Netherlands: VIV Worldwide is honored to announce that HRH Prince Carlos of Bourbon de Parme will attend and deliver a speech during the Opening Ceremony of VIV Europe 2026 and the Cities Leading Food System program, taking place from June 2-4, in Utrecht, the Netherlands.
The presence of Prince Carlos marks a special moment for VIV Europe 2026, which celebrates the 25th edition of the internationally leading trade exhibition for the animal protein production and processing industry.
Bringing together professionals from across the global ‘Feed to Food’ supply chain, VIV Europe has served for decades as a key platform for innovation, knowledge exchange, and international cooperation within the agrifood sector. Food security and resilience of agriculture are key drivers for the transition of any food system.
Cities Leading Food Production, in partnership with VIV Worldwide, establishes partnerships that empower the development of robust, regional and regenerative food systems in cities and regions in the EU, Africa, the Middle East and the world at large.
During the Opening Ceremony, Prince Carlos will reflect on the importance of connecting today’s agrifood systems with the future of sustainable food production. His address will also highlight themes such as innovation, resilience, sustainability, and the growing role of cities and international collaboration in shaping future food systems.
The 25th edition of VIV Europe represents not only a milestone for the event itself, but also an opportunity for the industry to come together at a time of significant global transformation and growing demand for sustainable and efficient agrifood production solutions.
VIV Europe 2026 will welcome exhibitors, industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, producers, and innovators from around the world to Utrecht for a forward-looking edition focused on the future of local, regional, global agrifood production.
For more information on the event’s full program, exhibitor list and to pre-register for a free badge at VIV Europe 2026 visit the official show website at europe.viv.net
