Ag Bioeconomy Policy Summit
& Member Meeting
May 12-13, 2026 | Washington, D.C.
The Plant Based Products Council (PBPC) is excited to invite the organization’s dedicated members and others passionate about advancing the American ag bioeconomy to join us for the PBPC Ag Bioeconomy Policy Summit & Member Meeting in Washington, D.C.
The Ag Bioeconomy Policy Summit will bring together leaders from across the bioeconomy — including policymakers, industry innovators, and researchers — to explore how U.S. agricultural innovation is driving progress toward a more circular, resilient, and competitive economy. Hosted by the Plant Based Products Council, the Summit will spotlight policy solutions that unlock growth across the bioeconomy, strengthen domestic manufacturing, and advance America’s leadership in renewable materials.
Preliminary Agenda
Tue May 12 | PBPC Members Only Opening Sessions
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM | PBPC “Member Only” Breakfast |
| 8:45 AM – 9:15 AM | Keynote Speaker – TBD |
| 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM | Regulatory Perspectives: A Multi-Agency Conversation |
| 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM | The Value of Life Cycle Analysis (LCAs) in the Biobased Products Industry |
| 11:15 AM – 11:45 AM | Telling the Biobased Story |
| 11:45 AM – 12:15 PM | Preparing for the Fly-In: Hill Meetings Deep Dive |
Tue May 12 | PBPC 2026 Ag Bioeconomy Policy Summit
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Networking Welcome Lunch |
| 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM | Keynote Session – TBD |
| 2:15 PM – 3:00 PM | Initiatives & Innovations in Research |
| 3:15 PM – 4:00 PM | From Farm to Shelf: Brand Leadership in Plant-Based Products |
| 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM | Feedstock Diversity |
| 4:45 PM – 5:00 PM | Closing Remarks |
| 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | Capitol Hill Reception Congressional Bioeconomy Champion Award Transportation Provided |
Wed May 13 | PBPC Members Only Fly-In
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | PBPC Members Only Breakfast |
| 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM | PBPC Member Fly-In |
Sponsorship Opportunities
PBPC offers a range of sponsorship packages designed to connect supporters with leaders across the plant-based product value chain. Interested in sponsoring the event and supporting PBPC’s work?
Contact: Keniece Barbee
PBPC BRONZE Sponsor – $1,000
- Company logo on event website and mobile app
- Company name on signage with other Silver Sponsors
Branded SILVER Sponsorships – $2,500
(Available on first come first served basis)
Lanyard Sponsorship
- Branded lanyards for all attendees
- Company logo on event website and mobile app
Wi-Fi Sponsorship
- Company name on all Wi-Fi access cards/displays at conference
- Company name on event website and mobile app
Transportation Sponsorship
- Company name and logo flyer on window of transportation
- Company name on event website and mobile app
Coffee Break Sponsorship
- Company name or logo on break napkins
- Company name on event website and mobile app
“Fly-In” Breakfast Sponsor, Members Only
- Opportunity to welcome guests to networking breakfast, brief introduction of company
- Company logo on event website, mobile app, and individual signage at conference and breakfast
PBPC GOLD Sponsorships – $5,000
Networking Lunch Sponsor – All Invited Guests and PBPC Membership
- Opportunity to welcome guests to networking lunch, brief introduction of company
- Company logo on event website, mobile app, and individual signage at conference and breakfast
Capitol Hill and Networking Reception Sponsor
- Opportunity to welcome guests to reception, brief introduction of company, photo opportunity with Congressional Champion Award Recipient
- Company logo on event website, mobile app, and individual signage at conference and reception
Stay tuned! More details will be coming soon.