CFIA Rennes 2026: The Complete Guide to the Show

Last updated: 11 / 03 / 2026

The CFIA trade fair (Crossroads of Suppliers to the Agri-Food Industry)This is THE unmissable event for the agri-food industry in Europe. CFIA Rennes 2026 will bring together more than 2,000 exhibitors and thousands of professionals from March 10 to 12, 2026 at Rennes Parc Expo.

For its 29th edition, the CFIA 2026 allows you to meet the main suppliers in the sector, discover new technologies and learn about the key trends shaping the future of the agri-food industry.

Are you planning to visit the CFIA Rennes 2026 trade fair? Discover all the essential information: presentation of the trade fair, target audiences, reasons to visit and practical advice to prepare your visit.

Summary

Practical information: dates, times and location

CFIA Rennes 2026 will be held over three consecutive days at Rennes Parc Expo.

● Dates Tuesday 10, Wednesday 11 and Thursday 12 March 2026

● Opening times :

o Tuesday, March 10: from 8:30 a.m. to 18:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 11: from 8:30 a.m. to 18:00 p.m.

o Thursday, March 12: from 8:30 a.m. to 17:00 p.m.

● Address Rennes Parc Expo – 2 La Haie Gautrais CS 27 211, 35172 Bruz Cedex

CFIA Rennes 2026 in summary

● The CFIA Rennes 2026 trade fair will be held from March 10 to 12, 2026 at Rennes Parc Expo, in Bruz.

● The event will bring together more than 2,000 exhibitors. and professionals in the agri-food industry.

● This 29th edition will highlight the key issues of the sector : industrial performance, automation, food safety, environmental transition and regulatory developments.

● The trade fair is organized around several sectors and dedicated spaces.including working machines, innovation zones, thematic areas (Agro Factory of the Future, AI Village, Reuse Village) and a program of conferences and demonstrations geared towards concrete solutions.

What is the CFIA Rennes trade fair?

CFIA, which stands for Crossroads of Suppliers to the Agri-Food Industry is a B2B trade show dedicated to players in the agri-food industry. Its objective is to to directly connect manufacturers and their suppliersaround concrete solutions related to the production, processing, packaging and logistics of food products.

It allows companies to see in concrete terms machines in operation, process solutions, innovative ingredients and services dedicated to the agri-food industry.

For its 29th edition, the CFIA trade show in Rennes covers all stages of the agri-food chain, from raw material processing to packaging and logistics. It thus helps manufacturers to:

To improve their industrial performance
Securing their processes
Adapting their tools to market requirements.

The 4 main sectors of the CFIA 2026 trade show

The 2000 exhibitors are divided into 4 main sectors to cover the entire value chain and enable an optimized visit:

Ingredients and PAI (Hall 4) At the heart of product innovation, this sector offers the opportunity to discover new formulations and taste the ingredients that will make up the foods of tomorrow. A tip for R&D teams: start your visit here to capture future consumer trends.
Equipment and Processes (Halls 2, 3, 5, 6, 7 & 8) This is the largest area of the show, as it displays more than 500 machines in operation across six dedicated halls. This is where the optimization of production lines takes place, from automation to energy efficiency.
Packaging and Conditioning (Halls 1, 10 and 11) This area highlights packaging solutions that address the dual challenge of performance and sustainability. It's an opportunity to see and handle eco-designed packaging and the new materials that are redefining the industry. Discover ETERNITY Systems in hall 1 for solutions dedicated to washing reusable packaging.
Food Safety (Hall 12) There is a hall entirely dedicated to Quality/Hygiene/Safety/Environment, reflecting the growing importance of these issues. This hub brings together experts and solutions to guarantee impeccable compliance and quality.

Key areas of the CFIA trade show not to be missed

In addition to the exhibition halls, CFIA Rennes 2026 offers several themed areas to go beyond simply presenting products:

- The Innovation Trophies This space is a true barometer of trends that rewards the most visionary solutions and major advances in the sectorwhether it involves new equipment, ingredients, services or processes.

- The Agro Factory of the Future This area recreates a real-world industrial environment, demonstrating how advanced technologies can be integrated into a food processing plant, from automation and robotics to the digitalization of production lines. Visitors can visualize real-world use cases, understand the impacts on productivity and assess the feasibility of these solutions in their own production tool.

- The AI Village This space is dedicated to the practical applications of artificial intelligence in the agri-food industry. It allows you to discover how AI is used to optimize processesAnticipating breakdowns, improving quality, or strengthening traceability: demonstrations and discussions with experts help manufacturers understand where AI delivers real operational value.

- The Reuse Village Designed to meet regulatory and environmental challenges, this space brings together solutions dedicated to the reuse and circularity of packagingIt allows for the identification of technologies, service providers, and partners such as ETERNITY Systemscapable of supporting the implementation of reuse models, while respecting industrial and health constraints.

- The Trends Area This space helps visitors understand ongoing changes, whether related to consumer expectations, regulations, or technological innovations. The goal is to enable businesses to anticipate future transitions and adapt their product and industrial strategies.

These areas allow visitors to understand how innovations can be applied concretely in their industrial sites, to assess their impact on performance, compliance or sustainability, and to identify directly actionable solutions.

Why visit the CFIA 2026 trade show?

CFIA Rennes 2026 allows agri-food professionals to:

To identify concrete solutions to improve their industrial performance
To respond to regulatory changes
To anticipate the transformations in the sector.

These benefits are common to all professionals in the agri-food sector, regardless of their role within the company. However, a visit to the CFIA can also offer specific and targeted advantages depending on the professional.

The benefits for all players in the agri-food sector

The CFIA trade fair brings together in one place the information, innovations, and contacts needed to make informed decisions and save time in industrial projects:

Competitive and technological monitoring : The CFIA allows you to observe in a few days the state of the market and the current developments of the latest formulations in PAI, automated end-of-line solutions or the latest innovations.
An expanded and qualified professional network : the show promotes direct exchanges with the entire agri-food ecosystem by allowing you to meet manufacturers, recognized clients (Andros, Bonduelle, Carrefour are regular visitors) in order to create useful contacts for short or medium term projects.
A centralized strategic sourcing In just a few days, the CFIA enables the comparison of technical solutions, the qualification of service providers, and the assessment of their suitability to industrial, economic, and regulatory constraints. This centralized approach facilitates decision-making and reduces sourcing delays.

Benefits according to professional types

At CFIA Rennes, each profile can find concrete levers to make operational, technical or strategic decisions:

For industrial management The trade show allows visitors to evaluate equipment and solutions under real-world conditions, analyze potential gains in productivity, quality, and energy efficiency, and interact directly with manufacturers and integrators. Demonstrations and feedback facilitate the selection of options before making an industrial investment.
For CSR managers The trade fair allows participants to identify partners capable of supporting projects related to reducing environmental impact, at reuse of packaging or regulatory compliance.
For finance and procurement departments: the trade show allows them to compare offers, assess the return on investment of technical solutions, and anticipate costs related to regulatory changes. It also facilitates sourcing from qualified suppliers, ensuring secure supplies and better controlling budgets in the medium and long term.

Plan your visit to the CFIA Rennes 2026 trade show

The CFIA Rennes 2026 trade show will be held from March 10 to 12, 2026 at Rennes Parc Expo. The venue is located in Bruz, approximately 15 minutes from Rennes city centre and close to major highways, making it easily accessible for visitors from all over France.

Access and transport The Rennes Exhibition Center is served by several transport options. Visitors can reach Rennes by train via Rennes train station or by plane via Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport. During the exhibition, free shuttle buses run between the train station, the airport, and the Exhibition Center. The venue is also accessible by public transport via bus line 57, which connects to Rennes city center.
Car access and parking The Exhibition Park has visitor parking lots located in the immediate vicinity of the exhibition halls, allowing quick and easy access to the show for visitors with motorized vehicles.
Price, registration and visitor badge Access to CFIA Rennes 2026 is free for professionals in the agri-food industry, subject to prior online registration. Visitor badges can be created on the official CFIA website. This personalized badge grants access to all halls, themed areas, conferences, and events throughout the three days of the show.

F.A.Q

Is CFIA Rennes 2026 reserved for professionals?

Yes, CFIA Rennes is an exclusively B2B trade show, reserved for professionals in the agri-food industry and their suppliers. Access is by prior registration and requires the creation of a personalized visitor badge.

Is there an entrance fee for the CFIA Rennes 2026 trade fair?

No, access to CFIA Rennes 2026 is free for professionals, subject to online registration. via the official website of the show. The badge gives access to all halls, themed areas, conferences and demonstrations.

How much time should I allow for a visit to CFIA Rennes?

For an effective visit, it is recommended to plan for at least a full day. Visitors with specific objectives can spread their visit over two days in order to cover the halls, attend the conferences and meet the various exhibitors.

What is the Agro Factory of the Future at CFIA Rennes?

The Agro Factory of the Future is an immersive space at CFIA Rennes that presents a reconstruction of an agri-food industrial environment incorporating advanced technologies. It allows for a concrete visualization of line automation, robotization, process digitalization, data traceability and energy optimization.

About the Author

Anthony ADAM

Communications and Marketing Manager at ETERNITY Systems, Anthony designs strategies and content to promote more sustainable consumption. He is a committed agent of change who combines creativity, rigor, and action to strengthen the visibility and impact of projects related to reuse and the circular economy.