GLOBAL SHRIMP FORUM 2024 ONLY ONE MONTH AWAY
We are now on the final countdown, with a month to go until the Global Shrimp Forum 2024 arrives in Utrecht! The majority of the programme has been announced, and if you visit our website, www.shrimp-forum.com, you can find all the information on what to expect from this year’s edition. If you haven’t got your ticket yet, time is running out, so get booking!
Content Teaser
Here’s a quick glimpse into what to expect at the Global Shrimp Forum 2024. We also have a very rich social programme, which you can read all about on our website, with ample opportunities to connect with over 500 other shrimp industry decision-makers.
Export and Import Statistics
For the second year in a row, we will be holding a session on the latest export and import statistics. This session will provide you with a thorough understanding of changes in product and trade flows. Willem van der Pijl, owner of Shrimp Insights, will present the statistics and invite representatives from key exporting and importing countries to share their insights. What more could you ask for?
Deep Dive into China’s Shrimp Production and Global Farming Perspectives
Building on the success of last year’s focus on China, this year we will delve even deeper into China’s shrimp industry with the ‘Deep Dive into China’s Shrimp Production and Global Farming Perspectives’ session. Luca Micciche from Verdesian Life Sciences, who collaborates with thousands of Chinese shrimp farmers, will provide insights into the development of farming systems and their market implications. A panel discussion that follows will feature notable shrimp industry figures such as Robins McIntosh, Executive Vice President of CP Foods, and Guo Fuci, Global Sales and Marketing for Aqua and Pet Food at CBS Bio Platforms. This session will also cover hot topics like farmers’ sentiments, production, and more, with a panel of experts from three major producing regions.
China’s Shrimp Market, Retail Perspectives and More
In the plenary closing session, we will delve into the critical factors shaping the market outlook for the industry. In the first segment of the programme, we will explore how retail choices and supply chain collaboration are transforming and future-proofing the business. Mark Eastham from Ahold Delhaize will discuss US consumer expectations when choosing shrimp and how these expectations are met through an innovative supply chain partnership with Thai Union.
For the second year running, we will hear from Jan Lambregts, Head of Rabobank Research Global Economics & Markets at Rabobank, who will present his views on macroeconomic and political trends influencing the shrimp industry.
After the break, we will dive into the Chinese market, a significant factor shaping the shrimp industry’s outlook. Fang Qing will present recent data and insights on the Chinese supply chain and its impact on the global shrimp industry. This will be followed by a panel discussion with Omarsa and two Chinese industry disruptors to understand the intricacies of the Chinese shrimp supply chain.
We will conclude the session by reflecting on the insights gained and discussing collaborative initiatives to create a better future for the shrimp industry. It promises to be a fascinating and enlightening discussion!
Day 3 Breakout Sessions
Like last year, day three of the Global Shrimp Forum will offer our delegates a choice of three breakout sessions. It will be a tough decision! But don’t worry, all delegates will have access to the session recordings shortly after the event.
Climate Summit
The session, chaired by Dr. Darian McBain, an experienced Chief Sustainability Officer, will address the most challenging questions about reducing the carbon footprint with representatives from industry giants such as Cargill, Skretting, and Thai Union. We will examine the environmental impact across the entire shrimp supply chain and explore potential solutions. Additionally, a presentation on climate action within the flower industry will offer valuable insights applicable to our sector. The session will also include two case studies and a variety of other stimulating topics and discussions.
Finance and Investment Summit
Shrimp aquaculture, once fragmented, is evolving rapidly through acquisitions and international expansion, driving growth and market definition. In this session, chaired by Gorjan Nikolik, Senior Industry Analyst at Rabobank, we will explore opportunities, challenges, and future ambitions in the sector. Representatives from BioMar, Captain Fresh, Omarsa, and Hendrix Genetics will share their experiences. We will conclude by examining how financial investors assess the risks and opportunities of the buy-and-build strategy in the shrimp value chain.
Trade Regulation and Due Diligence Summit
In the first part of the session, chaired by Guus Pastoor, who holds positions in several aquaculture and fisheries organisations within the EU, we will explore the latest and upcoming changes to regulations around trading in the US and EU. We will hear from companies that have already adapted to comply with these new rules. The second part, chaired by Roxanne Nanninga, an authority on addressing complex environmental and social challenges facing our global food systems, will focus on labour compliance and human rights due diligence. Given the industry’s pressure to develop new processes, this is a crucial topic to discuss and examine what other companies have implemented.
Selected Speakers
Along with our great sessions, we have some amazing speakers!
Reinier Henneman
Global Sector Head for Agri Technologies and Inputs, and Managing Director of Corporate Finance, Rabobank
Reinier is an investment banker with over 15 years of experience working in corporate finance and M&A advisory. He has a vast knowledge of working with big players and financial investors within the aquaculture upstream market.
Robins McIntosh
SVP of Charoen Popkhand Group
With over 30 years of experience in shrimp aquaculture, he will provide us with extensive knowledge and is a great asset to the shrimp industry. Not only that, but he has worked and lived all around the world, expanding his knowledge as he goes.
Guo Fuci
Global Sales and Marketing for Aqua and Pet Food, CBS Bio Platforms
Guo has previously worked in developing solutions for shrimp diseases, specialising in water treatment and aqua farm care solutions. He has also travelled extensively around Asia, particularly China, and his vast range of experience and expertise will be a great asset for his session.
GSF 2024 Conference App
Like last year, the Global Shrimp Forum 2024 will use Networkapp to facilitate communication between our delegates and to help you keep up with the rich programme we have prepared. The app is now live and can be downloaded by our delegates. If you have registered for the event but have not received the instructions on how to install the app, please contact secretariat@shrimp-forum.com.
If you like what you’ve read and do not want to miss out, then make sure you have bought your ticket to this year’s Global Shrimp Forum! Visit our website to find out more and we hope to see you in Utrecht!
If you like what you’ve read and do not want to miss out, then make sure you have bought your ticket to this year’s Global Shrimp Forum! Visit our website to find out more and we hope to see you in Utrecht!
