Ingredients of the Future: Innovations Shaping Taste, Health and Sustainability
The sweets and snack industry is undergoing a transformation: cutting-edge ingredients and technologies are redefining not only taste, but also functionality and sustainability.
Health-promoting components such as fermented ingredients for gut support or adaptogens for stress relief are gaining traction. At the same time, plant-based alternatives are setting new benchmarks – from vegan chocolate to protein-rich snacks made from legumes.
Sustainability is another driving force: upcycled food by-products and resource-efficient formulations are becoming increasingly relevant, both ecologically and economically.
This tour offers professionals a comprehensive overview of the latest ingredient innovations and how they address evolving consumer demands and global challenges.
Join us on our guided tours of the fair to find out more.
📍 Meeting point
The tour starts at the DLG booth (Hall 10.1, B-051). Please arrive early.
At least 5 minutes before the tour starts.
🌐 Language
English
✅ Registration
Registration is necessary. The number of participants is limited to 20. The time of registration is decisive. Register now!
Event Location
Koelnmesse GmbH
Messeplatz 1
50679 Cologne, Germany
Contact
Henriette Hübsch
+49 69 24788-340
FachzentrumLM@DLG.org
Schedule Guided Tours
Programme
Monday, 02.02.26: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
| Company | Booth | Title of presentation | |
| DLG e.V. | hall 10.1 B-051 | Meeting point and registration | |
| Stern‑Wywiol Gruppe GmbH & Co. KG | hall 10.1 J-009 | Creating the taste of life with taste experience | |
| GNT Europa GmbH | hall 10.1 J-010 H-011 | Color counts: How color shapes consumer engagement | |
| Cargill | hall 10.1 G-019 H-018 | NextCoa™: Introducing a no cocoa confectionery alternative to chocolate | |
| Döhler GmbH | hall 10.1 G-021 H-020 | Alternatives for volatile raw materials – opportunities to replace cocoa or milk in chocolate or baked goods | |
| Capol GmbH | hall 10.1 G-041 H-048 | Sensory excellence in confectionery: Color, flavor & gloss | |
| DLG e.V. | hall 10.1 B-051 | End of the tour |
Tuesday, 03.02.26: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
| Company | Booth | Title of presentation | |
| DLG e.V. | hall 10.1 B-051 | Meeting point and registration | |
| Ulmer Schokoladen GmbH & Co. KG | hall 10.1 H-060 | Small-format chocolate inclusions - drivers of modern product innovation | |
| Brenntag GmbH | hall 10.1 H-051 | Mindful pleasure | |
| Cargill | hall 10.1 G-019 H-018 | NextCoa™: Introducing a no cocoa confectionery alternative to chocolate | |
| GNT Europa GmbH | hall 10.1 J-010 H-011 | Color counts: How color shapes consumer engagement | |
| Stern‑Wywiol Gruppe GmbH & Co. KG | hall 10.1 J-009 | Creating the taste of life with taste experience | |
| DLG e.V. | hall 10.1 B-051 | End of the tour |
Wednesday, 04.02.26: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
| Company | Booth | |
DLG e.V. | hall 10.1 B-051 | Meeting point and registration |
Döhler GmbH | hall 10.1 G-021 H-020 | Alternatives for volatile raw materials – opportunities to replace cocoa or milk in chocolate or baked goods |
Capol GmbH | hall 10.1 G-041 H-048 | Sensory excellence in confectionery: Color, flavor & gloss |
Brenntag GmbH | hall 10.1 H-051 | Mindful pleasure |
Ulmer Schokoladen GmbH & Co. KG | hall 10.1 H-060 | Small-format chocolate inclusions - drivers of modern product innovation
|
Ferrara Candy Co | hall 10.2 F-070 | Nerds gummy clusters |
Mount Franklin | hall 10.2 E-060 | Stuffed puffs |
DLG e.V. | hall 10.1 B-051 | End of the tour |