2026 Blue Food Futures Workshop | Stanford, California
The Blue Food Futures Program hosted a dynamic session to explore our strategic vision and the critical link between science and policy. Held on the Stanford campus from March 19 – 20, 2026, this in-person workshop brought together leading blue food experts, offered lightning talks from our past and present Blue Food Future Fellows, and helped shape the vision of our scientific working groups.
March 19, 2026
On day 1, attendees heard a strategic overview of the program, attended lightning talks, and participated in interactive working group sessions to define key questions and workshop goals.
Policy Committee Chair Jim Leape presented the keynote, providing an overview of the program and the role of science and policy in transforming food systems.
Blue Food Future Fellows presented lightning talks. Left to right: Ruyel Miah, Liliana Sierra Castillo, Gladys Mwaka Holeh, and Aphiwe Moshani.
March 20, 2026
On day 2, participants shared highlights from their group sessions, brainstormed shared research priorities, and outlined clear action steps for the program’s next phase.