International Food Systems Summit 2027

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Date: 22-24 June 2027

Venue: University of Nottingham Malaysia, Semenyih Campus

Overview

The International Food Systems Summit 2027 (IFSS2027) is a global platform dedicated to reimagining the future of sustainable and resilient food systems through the Food–Water–Energy–Health (FEWH) nexus.

Designed to inspire meaningful dialogue and collective action, the summit brings together leading researchers, policymakers, industry experts, civil society organisations, and youth voices from around the world. At its core, IFSS2027 explores food security as a critical driver of environmental resilience, human health, and sustainable development.

Through a transdisciplinary and systems-thinking approach, the summit will connect agriculture, nutrition, public health, technology, and policy. It will showcase innovative solutions and collaborative strategies to transform global food systems. These discussions directly support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including Goals 2, 3, 6, 7, 12, 13, and 17.

International Food Systems Summit 2027
Date: 22 - 24 June 2027
Venue: University of Nottingham Malaysia, Semenyih, Selangor, Malaysia

Who should attend?

Academics and researchers
Thought leaders and policymakers
Postgraduate and doctoral students
Industry practitioners and innovators
Community and civil society leaders

The summit is ideal for those working across the food, water, energy, and health (FEWH) nexus, or with an interest in food systems research, policy, and real-world impact.

Important dates

Abstract submission deadline: 15 January 2027
Notification of acceptance: 31 January 2027
Early bird registration: 15 February 2027
Regular registration: 15 April 2027
Conference dates: 22 – 24 June 2027
Gala dinner: 22 June 2027

Themes and Abstract Submission

Call for Abstracts

The Organising Committee of IFSS2027 invites abstract submissions from researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and innovators.

The conference will address a wide range of themes within the Food–Water–Energy–Health (FEWH) nexus. The scope includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

1. Sustainable Agri-Food Systems

Crop systems: sustainable production, crop protection, diversification, protected and urban farming
Circular agriculture: residue valorisation, waste reduction, resource recovery and circular production models
Inclusive food systems: Indigenous knowledge, youth participation, gender equity, and equitable access
Integrated production systems: agroecology, livestock–aquaculture integration and diversified farming systems

2. Climate Resilience and Nature-Based Solutions

Ecosystem approaches: ecosystem services, regenerative agriculture and nature-based solutions
Resource nexus: integrated water–energy–food management across drylands, coastal areas and cities
Low-carbon transitions: bioenergy, biogas, renewable energy and resource-efficiency solutions

3. Health in the Nexus: One Health Perspective

Health risks: environmental health, zoonotic diseases, antimicrobial resistance and food safety
Nutrition and dietary priorities: hidden hunger, malnutrition and nutritional vulnerabilities in community and vulnerable populations
Wellbeing: physical and mental wellbeing within food-system environments

4. Transformative Technologies for Future Food Systems

Digital agriculture: AI, IoT, digital twins, big data and predictive analytics
Food technologies: fermentation, cultivated meat, plant-based foods and advanced food manufacturing
System integrity: decentralised, transparent, traceable food systems
Data infrastructure: interoperable data systems and blockchain-enabled information sharing

5. Governance, Policy and Finance Innovations

Policy frameworks: systems thinking, and policy coherence
Governance models: multilevel governance, local-to-global coordination and community-led approaches
Finance and incentives: innovative finance, microfinance, carbon markets and incentive mechanisms
Regulation and transition: just transitions and support for farmers and communities
Digital governance: governance of digital platforms, marketplaces and technology-enabled financial systems

Abstract Submission Guide

Submission Deadline: All abstracts must be submitted by 15 January 2027.
Review Process: Abstracts will be reviewed by the Scientific Committee. Accepted abstracts will be designated for either oral or poster presentation, as determined by the Committee.
Notification of Acceptance: Presenting authors will be notified of acceptance by 31 January 2027.
Registration Requirement: All presenters must complete their registration by 15 April 2027. Abstracts without completed registration by this deadline will not be included in the symposium programme.
Enquiries: For further information regarding abstract submission, please contact us at IFSS@nottingham.edu.my.
Submission Portal: Submit your abstract via the link provided below no later than 15 January 2027.

Abstract submission

Registration and Payment

To complete your conference registration, please follow the steps below:

Invoice Request (Optional)

If you require an official invoice for payment processing, please submit your request through the following link: Request for Invoice – Fill in form
Registration Fee Payment
- Upon receiving your abstract acceptance letter and invoice (if requested), please proceed with payment using either Option 1 or Option 2 as outlined below.
- Participants registering as a group of three or more are eligible for a 5% discount. Please contact IFSS@nottingham.edu.my for more details.
- As proof of payment, save your payment slip and upload a copy to our OneDrive or email it to us. Registration confirmation will be issued upon verification of payment receipt.

Category	Early Bird Fee*	Regular Fee*
INTERNATIONAL (In person)
Presenter	USD 350	USD 500
Listener	USD 250	USD 350
Student presenter	USD 200	USD 300
Student listener	USD 150	USD 250

LOCAL (In person)
Presenter	RM 900	RM 1300
Listener	RM 600	RM 900
Student presenter	RM 600	RM 800
Student listener	RM 500	RM 700

Field trip (optional)	RM 70

*Fee includes SST and conference dinner

Payment Method

Option 1: Credit / Debit card (Mastercard or Visa only)

Visit our Nottingham online payment portal.
If in Malaysia, choose Currency “MYR (RM)” and if outside Malaysia choose “USD ($)”.
Click on “Conference/Project/Symposium”.
Choose your payment type, either:

International Food Systems Summit 2027 - Early Bird
International Food Systems Summit 2027 - Regular

If you have an invoice, please enter the invoice number in the payment description field.
Depending on the category, complete your payment using your credit or debit card.

Make payment

Option 2: Bank transfers (telegraphic transfers) or direct bank-in to one of the following banks

Make your bank transfer to the below bank account number.
Enter your invoice number in the payment description field.

Payee name	The University of Nottingham in Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Bank Name	HSBC Bank (M) Berhad
Account number	301-879391-101
Bank Address	KL Main Office, No 2 Lebuh Ampang, 50100 Kuala Lumpur
Branch	Kuala Lumpur
Swift code	HBMBMYKL

Conference Registration

After completing the payment, please register through the following link:

Online Registration

Notes

Registration will only be confirmed upon successful payment of the registration fee.
Authors must complete the online registration form after payment.
Proof of payment must be submitted to the conference secretariat via email or OneDrive upload..
All registration and payment procedures must be completed by 15 April 2027 to secure participation in the conference.

For any enquiries or assistance, please contact the conference secretariat via IFSS@nottingham.edu.my

Organising Committee

Our Partners

Contact Us

Email us at IFSS@nottingham.edu.my for more information.

Getting There

University of Nottingham Malaysia
Jalan Broga, 43500 Semenyih, Selangor

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Public Transport
The nearest train stations are KTM Kajang (KB06) or MRT Kajang (KG35). From there, you can hop on the UNM shuttle bus to campus. Another option is to take a Grab or other e-hailing services directly to the campus.

UNM shuttle bus schedule

Be Part of the Conversation That Shapes the Future

The challenges facing our food systems are too complex for any one discipline to solve alone. IFSS 2027 is where the right minds come together to exchange ideas, challenge assumptions, and build the collaborative solutions the world urgently needs. Make your voice heard.

Registration opens 1 October 2026