Advancing Sustainable Food Systems
The Cultiv8 Agribusiness and Food Systems Summit is committed to furthering the mission towards sustainable food systems. With a focus on promoting environmentally friendly and socially responsible practices, this event aims to drive positive change within the agricultural and food industry.
A Platform for Diverse Stakeholders
This summit is the perfect opportunity for farmers, advocates, aggregators, farmers markets, and professionals in agribusiness and food systems to come together, share insights, and explore new strategies for advancing sustainability and resilience within the food supply chain.
Collaboration, Innovation, and Knowledge Exchange
Attendees can expect engaging discussions, informative workshops, and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration, inspire innovation, and facilitate the exchange of valuable knowledge. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a passionate advocate, the Cultiv8 Agribusiness and Food Systems Summit offers something for everyone involved in shaping the future of our food systems.
Helping Grow a Stronger, Healthier Food System—Together
The Cultiv8 Agribusiness and Food Systems Summit invites organizations to partner with us as sponsors in advancing sustainable and equitable food systems. Through sponsorship, you help improve health outcomes, expand our reach to more communities, and support farmers and food system leaders working to create lasting, positive impact.
Join Us in Cultivating Change
We invite you to join us at the Cultiv8 Agribusiness and Food Systems Summit as we work together to cultivate change and drive the transformation towards sustainable food systems. This is your chance to be part of a movement that is shaping the future of agriculture and food, ensuring a more sustainable and equitable world for generations to come.
The Cultiv8 Agribusiness and Food Systems Summit - where collaboration, innovation, and knowledge converge to cultivate a brighter future for our food systems.
Call for Speakers: Share Your Expertise, Inspire Change!
The Cultiv8 Agribusiness Incubator, a program of the Foundation for Community Impact & Health Equity, invites dynamic leaders, innovators, and experts to submit proposals for presentations at the 2026 Cultiv8 Agribusiness & Food Systems Summit!
When: March 13, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: Low Country Conference Center, 406 Sigma Dr, Summerville, SC 29486
This gathering brings together a diverse audience of farmers, market managers, extension agents, researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders. We are seeking engaging, insightful, and practical presentations that will ignite innovation, foster collaboration, and drive transformative change within the agricultural and food sectors. This year's summit will feature both interactive sessions and insightful farm tours, offering diverse learning opportunities.
Your expertise is crucial in shaping a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable future for agriculture and food. This is an unparalleled opportunity to:
• Impact: Influence key stakeholders across the food value chain.
• Connect: Network with leaders, innovators, and potential collaborators.
• Elevate: Showcase your work and thought leadership to a dedicated audience.
We are accepting proposals across following focus areas:
Agribusiness Development - Strategies and tools that help farmers and food entrepreneurs strengthen farm-to-retail pipelines, expand market access, and secure the financing needed to sustainably grow their businesses.
Livestock Management - Best practices for raising healthy animals through improved grazing systems, nutrition, health protocols, and efficient, humane production methods.
Crop Production - Innovative and sustainable approaches to growing specialty and commodity crops with an emphasis on soil health, conservation, and climate-smart practices.
Farmers Markets & Food Hubs - Models and strategies that support the successful operation, aggregation, marketing, and community impact of farmers markets, CSAs, and regional food hubs.
Farmer Programs & Resources - Information on federal, state, and community programs that expand land access, technical assistance, funding, and other resources for beginning, small, and minority farmers.
Processing (Food Safety & Food Waste) - Solutions that advance safe, efficient food processing, minimize waste, and support value-added production across local and regional food systems.
Innovative Technologies - Cutting-edge tools, including drones, precision agriculture, automation, and digital systems that improve farm efficiency, environmental outcomes, and market competitiveness.
Proposal submissions are due January 25, 2026, to submit a proposal click here.
Need more information? Contact Walker Harrison at rwharrison@fcihe.org
