The second part of the Food Processing program will offer 15 select participants the chance to explore cutting-edge developments during an intensive, 5-day trip throughout Germany.

Focus topics will include - among others - opportunities for international collaboration, digitalization in food processing, resource efficiency and much more. During the 5-day trip, participants will have ample opportunity to visit and speak with German food processing key players from business and research institutions as well as interact with leading industry associations and clusters. Last but not least, participants will be able to immerse themselves into German culture and hospitality.

Program details

Itinerary

The trip will take place from May 13 - 17, 2019.

Please visit this page in the coming weeks for the travel itinerary.

Cost and coverage

Participants are responsible for their own airfare to and from Germany.

Program fee: $450 (covers all accommodations (6 nights), meals, cultural activities, entrance fees and local travel in Germany).

Application and deadlines 

Early consideration: March 22, 2019. Final deadline: March 29, 2019.

Please contact Jessica Ferklass, program manager, for further information.

*GACC Midwest reserves the right to reject non-fit applications.