WiseFood Week
Date: 4–8 May 2026
Venue: Turku Market Hall, Linnankatu 13
The day-by-day programme will be updated.
At the beginning of May, Turku Market Hall invites you to dive into the world of smart food choices. During Wise Food Week, various organizations will present practical ways to save resources and make more sustainable food choices. Throughout the week, you can taste products that reduce food waste, receive concrete tips for everyday life, and share your own insights into more sustainable eating.
Programme:
Tuesday 5 May 2026
Time: 11:00–13:00
BIODIFUL Project
Wednesday 6 May 2026
Time: 11:00–13:00
Southwest Finland Waste Management (LSJH)
Visit the LSJH stand to get the best tips on reducing food waste. You can also take part in a prize draw by answering a bio-waste–related survey.
13:00–16:00
Food Aid Services in Turku
Turku City, Diakonia Foundation’s Operation Food Bag, Finnish Red Cross Southwest Finland District, Turku and Kaarina Parish Union
How can food contribute to support, inclusion, and sustainability?
Welcome to learn about food aid activities in Turku and how surplus food is turned into meaningful action.
At the event you will:
- learn about food aid and its logistics
- hear how food aid supports wellbeing and food security
- find out how surplus food from schools is responsibly utilized
- discover ways to help, participate, or receive support
More information: www.turku.fi/ruoka-apu
Thursday 7 May 2026
Time: 10:00–14:00
University of Turku, Nutrition and Food Research Center
Welcome to explore the food of the future, sustainable choices, and current research at the University of Turku! The day offers hands‑on experiences, tastings, and new insights in a relaxed atmosphere—without traditional lectures.
During the day you can:
- explore research on food, nutrition, and sustainability at the University of Turku
- reflect on the environmental footprint of a hotel breakfast and see how small choices can make a big difference
- take part in Pehmelö tastings
- enjoy refreshing Saaristonpolku tea as an alternative to coffee
- learn about participating in a consumer panel and sign up
- register for an upcoming zero‑waste demonstration day
Friday 8 May 2026
Time: 11:00–13:00
Turku Vocational Institute (TAI)
Come and explore the work of food industry students at Turku Vocational Institute:
- How can food industry side streams be turned into delicious and sustainable food?
- Taste barley porridge made from surplus whey
13:00–15:00
Kupittaa Campus Brewery
Welcome to learn about the brewery’s operations and hear how by‑products from the brewing process can be utilized as part of a sustainable food system.
The event is organized as part of the EU‑co‑funded WiseFood – Resource‑Wise Food Chains project, implemented by the University of Turku, the City of Turku, and Turku Vocational Institute (TAI).
Welcome! No advance registration required.
