Southwest Food Innovation Summit boosts Ontario agri-food entrepreneurs at London incubator
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Gerry Dewan
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Summary
The Southwest Food Innovation Summit 2026 was held at The Grove, an agri-food business incubator in London, Ontario, aimed at helping small to medium agri-food companies grow. The event brought together entrepreneurs, industry experts, and stakeholders to foster innovation and economic development in Ontario's agri-food sector. The summit focused on providing resources, networking opportunities, and strategic guidance to support local food entrepreneurs in scaling their businesses.
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The region's burgeoning agri-food sector received a significant boost Tuesday as the 2026 Southwest Food Innovation Summit convened at The Grove.
The Grove is an agri-food business incubator located within the Western Fair District.
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