The hospitality sector is at a transformative crossroads where open innovation is becoming essential to build a smarter, more sustainable, and human-centric food system. Moving away from siloed food innovation, the industry now requires collaboration across academia, startups, corporates, policymakers, and consumers. Switzerland, through initiatives like Swiss Food & Nutrition Valley, is leading this change with advancements in AI-driven nutrition, vertical farming, circular economy solutions, and personalized food services. The hospitality sector plays a critical role in this ecosystem, acting as both a driver and a testbed for scalable, impactful innovation. Collaboration is highlighted not only as a strategic necessity but also as a competitive advantage in shaping the future of food.
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