The inaugural Cell Farmers Symposium took place in The Hague, bringing together farmers, policymakers, scientists, and industry representatives to explore how cellular agriculture could integrate into existing agricultural systems. Organized by RespectFarms and the Province of Zuid-Holland, the event aimed to position farmers as active participants in cellular cultivation.

Speakers at the symposium included representatives from Sartorius, Aleph Farms, Atova Regulatory Consulting, Cellular Agriculture Netherlands, and Wageningen University & Research. A farmer panel also contributed to the discussions, highlighting the importance of including farmers in the conversation around cellular agriculture. The event concluded with a workshop led by RespectFarms co-founder Ralf Becks and a manifesto signing by attendees to show commitment to advancing the dialogue on the topic. The success of the event indicated a strong interest in how innovation can create opportunities for farmers, rural communities, and future food systems, with plans for the symposium to continue as an annual event to further explore this intersection of agriculture and cellular cultivation.