King Saud University Participates in Organizing World Food Day 2026 Under the Theme “Innovation Today, Food Tomorrow

Riyadh hosted the World Food Day 2026 event under the theme “Innovation Today, Food Tomorrow” from 29 to 31 October 2026 at The Esplanade complex. The event was held in partnership between the Saudi Producers and Distributors Association and the Community Relations Office at King Saud University, with the participation of government and academic entities, national companies, and organizations specializing in food, nutrition, and the food industry.

The event aimed to raise public awareness of the importance of healthy food and sound dietary practices, highlight innovation in the food industry, support sustainability and food security, and promote cooperation across sectors in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.       


During the event, Dr. Kholoud Al-Abdulkarim, Advisor to the University Vice President for Planning and Development, toured the participating entities’ booths, accompanied by leaders from the Community Relations Office and the university’s Food and Nutrition Society. She commended their efforts and contributions to the event’s success.


                                                                       
The program also featured specialized panel discussions supervised by the Food and Nutrition Society at King Saud University, with the participation of Dr. Kholoud Al-Abdulkarim; Dr. Ghadeer Al-Shammari, Chair of the Advisory Committee at the Community Relations Office; Dr. Ali Al-Shatwi, President of the Food and Nutrition Society; and Dr. Mashouh Al-Mashouh, Secretary-General of the Society. The discussions addressed the future of food and innovation in the food industry, product quality and safety, and the role of scientific research and strategic partnerships in supporting food security and sustainability.

For his part, Mr. Mohammad Alsalhani, representative of the Saudi Producers and Distributors Association, expressed his thanks and appreciation to the Community Relations Office at King Saud University, the strategic partner; the official hospitality sponsor, Unified Real Estate Development Company (The Esplanade); and the sponsors and partners, commending their contributions to the event’s success and the achievement of its objectives.
The event concluded by emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation between the organizing entities and partners, and of developing food and awareness initiatives that promote sustainability and food security and align with national efforts toward a more informed and healthier society.