IFFA Frankfurt

IFFA – the International Trade Fair for the Meat Industry – is the world’s leading trade show for processing, packaging, and marketing of meat and alternative proteins. Held every three years at the Frankfurt exhibition grounds, it has evolved since its inception into the globally recognized flagship event for the sector. As an exclusive business platform, it is open solely to trade visitors and brings together top-tier exhibitors and decision-makers from across the entire meat processing value chain – from craft and industry to retail.

The organizer of IFFA is Messe Frankfurt GmbH, one of the world’s largest trade fair companies, headquartered in the heart of Europe. The company is known for its global reach, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and decades of expertise in hosting specialized trade events.

What sets IFFA apart is its distinct focus on the future of the meat and protein industry. At its core are key themes such as peak technological performance, data-driven value creation, practical sustainability, and product innovation. Visitors gain first-hand insights into the use of cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence, robotics, and sensor systems to automate and optimize production processes. At the same time, the show highlights sustainable packaging concepts, energy-efficient systems, and alternative protein sources – including plant-based solutions, fermentation, fungi, and cell cultures. These innovations address emerging dietary trends and open up new market opportunities.

The exhibition is organized into five thematic zones, known as the “IFFA Worlds”. The World of Processing focuses on machinery and technology for efficient processing. The World of Packaging showcases innovative, often plastic-reduced packaging solutions. The World of Ingredients presents spices, additives, and auxiliary materials for product refinement. The World of New Proteins is dedicated entirely to alternative proteins, providing a platform for start-ups, research, and product development. In the World of Skills and Sales, craftsmanship, sales expertise, and culinary talent take center stage – enhanced by competitions and live demonstrations that make the visitor experience especially dynamic.

Exhibitors primarily come from the fields of machinery and plant engineering, food technology, packaging, ingredients, logistics, and research and development. Visitors include professionals from the meat industry, food production, wholesale and retail sectors, as well as from start-ups and innovation departments.

IFFA is more than just a trade fair – it is a reflection of a transforming industry, a catalyst for new business models, and a key venue where global trends are shaped. Its location in Frankfurt am Main provides access to a modern exhibition center with excellent connections to Frankfurt International Airport, the railway network, and major highways. For anyone looking to shape the future of the meat and protein industry, IFFA is the place to be.

The IFFA will take place on 6 days from Saturday, 03. May to Thursday, 08. May 2025 in Frankfurt.