Grow your business with plant-based food and "Augi & Draugi"!

This year, visitors of “Riga Food 2022” can learn about the rapid market growth of plant-based a.k.a. vegan food and receive free advice on how to introduce innovative, rich and sustainable plant-based products in their business.

An increasing number of people in Latvia desire a greater variety of plant-based food options, motivating businesses to quickly develop new skills – from recipes to marketing. For the first time, “Riga Food 2022” will be joined by “Augi & Draugi” – your unique opportunity to meet friendly experts, learn about the plant-based kitchen and market trends, and sign up for free consultations on how to successfully introduce plant-based products and attract a wide range of customers.

“Augi & Draugi” (“Plants & Friends” in Latvian) is a non-profit programme that helps businesses fulfill the potential of plant-based food and guides foodies to the best and nearest offers. We conduct research and the survey “Gada augu produkts” (“Plant-based product of the year” in Latvian), provide consultations and marketing partnerships. Our 120+ partners include companies like “Pica Lulū”, “DUS Virši”, “Caffeine LV”, “Lage” and “Ezītis miglā”.