2020 Oldways Whole Grains Council Conference

At the Conference
Learn about whole grains in the beautiful, sunny city of Rio de Janeiro, and experience the rapidly growing whole grain market firsthand. In line with the style of previous Oldways Whole Grains Council conferences, sessions will include research updates on whole grain nutrition, food and wellness trends, whole grain culinary innovations and recipes, marketing strategies, and proven approaches for getting more people to enjoy more whole grains. Additionally, this conference will provide an update on whole grain regulation throughout the Americas, as Brazil is one of several Latin American countries currently revisiting whole grain regulation and labeling. 

The Setting: Brazil
Latin America is the birthplace of many of the “ancient grains” that are popular today, such as quinoa and amaranth. Take this opportunity to learn about new whole grain trends that are developing, to bring home creative recipe ideas, and to exchange strategies for expanding into the growing whole grain market. And to make things even easier, note that visa-free entry to Brazil is available to citizens of the United States, Canada, Australia and Japan, effective June 17, 2019.

Stay at the Conference Hotel
The Whole Grains Council has a room block at the beautiful Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort. Rooms can be booked from 09/09/2020 to 09/18/2020 at a rate of $127/night. Reserve your room.

Explore in Rio de Janiero
Immerse yourself in the local culture and food scene! Book a flight on Friday so that you can join us for a mini Oldways Culinaria through Rio on Saturday and Sunday (Sept 12th & 13th), just before the conference begins. Take part in a cooking class featuring whole grain dishes, explore some of the cultural highlights of the city, take in all the sights and smells as we guide you on a market tour, and learn to dance the Samba after dinner on Saturday night. Get a peek into Brazil’s culture through its food, and have the chance to really connect and get to know your fellow conference attendees. Stay tuned for more information coming soon.