Registration is already open for the three-day event, which will take place Feb. 11 to 13, 2026 at The Convention Centre, Dublin, located in the heart of Ireland’s vibrant, popular and historic capital city.
“Probiota gets bigger and better every year and is the meeting place to connect the business and science of microbiome modulation to improve human health,” said Stephen Daniells, PhD, editor-in-chief of NutraIngredients, editorial Consultant for Probiota and chair of the event. “The 2026 programme will feature some of the most exciting topics in the field, from strain optimization and next-gen biotics to the gut-brain axis. I recommend registering soon to secure your seat.”
The discounted Early Bird registration fee will expire on Sept. 30, giving attendees the chance to save 20%.
Market-leading content
Probiota will feature the following sessions:
- From Gums to Bums (exploring the innovations, knowledge gaps, and opportunities throughout the digestive tract)
- Next-Gen Biotics
- Microbiome Diets and Fermented Foods
- Strain Optimisation Opportunities for Probiotics
- Gut-brain axis
- Postbiotics
- The State of the Market
- Regulatory Developments Across Europe
Content + Community
The 2025 event in Copenhagen welcomed over 515 attendees from 39 countries for three days of content and networking. Ninety-seven percent of attendees at our 2025 event in Copenhagen rated Probiota as ‘Excellent’ or ‘Good’, and 95% said they would recommend the event.
And the testimonials support these numbers, with one attendee in Copenhagen stating: “The conference was exceptionally well organized! The diversity of speakers and panel discussions added great value, offering different perspectives on key industry trends.”
“Very well-organized event, nice mix of industry and academia. Most presenters considered commercial applications, which was great from a product development perspective.”
“Great networking. Had meaningful commercial conversations, which means this event is attracting a good variety of delegates.”
“The conference was very well organized, the location was great and offered a wide variety of different topics in the field of the microbiota. There was never a dull moment.”
Register HERE.
Probiota Pioneers
We’re also on the lookout for entrepreneurial consumer-facing, science- or technology-based start-ups to join our Probiota Pioneers session and present their company in Dublin!
There has never been a better time to launch a start-up in this field. As major universities look to spin-out and license key discoveries, global food and pharma businesses open up venture funds and external innovation programs and incubators to draw innovative entrepreneurs into their orbit—there are rich pickings for probiotic, prebiotic and microbiome pioneers in search of money, experience and a global platform for their ideas.
But how can you win in a competitive environment?
NutraIngredients is seeking science- or technology-based entrepreneurial start-ups to join our Probiota Pioneers session and pitch their company and ideas to a room full of experts.
If selected as a Probiota Pioneer by our scientific/editorial panel, you will receive the following:
Attend Probiota 2026: Gain full access to the comprehensive program, including expert presentations, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities with some of the biggest names in the industry.
Present Your Company on Stage: Participate in the live “Pioneers Panel,” where you can showcase your business to a large audience of experts and stakeholders.
Feature in the Networking Area: Your business will have a dedicated presence in the “Pioneers Hub,” providing a base for networking and making valuable connections.
Benefit from Media Exposure: Receive coverage in NutraIngredients, including preview articles and multimedia coverage that will enhance your company’s visibility.
To be eligible to enter, your company must meet the following criteria: 1. Have been founded within the last 10 years. 2. Employ fewer than 20 people. 3. Be at Series A funding stage or earlier
DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES IS Oct. 22.
For more information, please click HERE.
