BioSüd Augsburg – Trade fair for organic retailers in southern Germany

Regional, ecological, personal: Meeting place for the organic industry

BioSüd in Augsburg is one of the most important trade fairs for organic retailers in southern Germany. As part of the established “BioMessen” series – which also includes BioOst, BioWest, and BioNord – it offers a compact, high-quality platform once a year for trade visitors from natural food stores, organic supermarkets, health food stores, wholesalers, restaurants, and specialist wholesalers. With around 450 exhibitors and over 5,000 trade visitors from southern Germany, BioSüd is not a large-scale event in the traditional sense – it is deliberately designed to promote personal exchange, direct business relationships, and sustainable cooperation. It brings together manufacturers, retailers, producers, and multipliers from the organic sector, thus providing a lively market overview on an equal footing.

A wide range of products from A for apple juice to Z for goat cheese

The product range at BioSüd is broad and consistently ecologically oriented. On display are foods from certified organic cultivation, natural cosmetics, ecological household products, vegan and vegetarian specialties, fair trade goods, Demeter and Bioland certified products, and innovative start-ups from the food industry. Many exhibitors come from southern Germany or neighboring Alpine countries, bringing with them regional products of transparent origin and artisanal quality. For many trade visitors, it is precisely this proximity to manufacturers and suppliers that is a key added value of the trade fair.

Personal instead of anonymous: exchange as a trade fair principle

A special feature of BioSüd is direct contact. Unlike large consumer goods fairs, this event is not about mass business, but about trust, partnership, and quality. The compact hall structure, the clearly focused visitor group, and the deliberately reduced supporting program promote calm and in-depth discussions. Numerous exhibitors report that at BioSüd they are able to engage in targeted discussions with decision-makers from the specialist trade – and in doing so, not only present their products, but also convey their values, origins, and philosophy.

A source of inspiration for specialist retailers, the catering industry, and manufacturers

BioSüd is not only a showcase for new products, but also a trend barometer for the organic trade. New forms of nutrition, sustainable packaging solutions, plant-based products, organic vegan concepts, and climate-positive agriculture—many of these developments are reflected here in concrete products and concepts. The trade fair also offers relevant inspiration for the catering industry, commercial kitchens, and organic caterers, for example in the areas of regional procurement, convenience products for professional kitchens, and certification systems for organic catering.

BioSüd Forum – topics, debates, orientation

The trade fair is accompanied by the “BioSüd Forum,” a series of lectures on current topics in the industry. Here, representatives from associations, trade, politics, and agriculture will talk about organic certification, EU organic regulations, pricing, supply chains, regional supply, and social responsibility. Discussions about the challenges facing specialist retailers—such as pressure from large retail chains, changing consumer behavior, and digitalization—will be given just as much space as best practice examples and visions for the future.

Experience start-ups, pioneers, and organic diversity

BioSüd thrives on its diversity: traditional companies and organic pioneers stand side by side with young brands and innovative newcomers. Particularly popular is the “start-up area,” where small companies with fresh ideas and sustainable concepts can present themselves to a specialist audience – often with surprising success. Whether fermented beverages, algae products, insect protein, plastic-free packaging, or new grain varieties—the trade fair shows how vibrant and adaptable the organic sector will still be in 2025.

Sustainability as a lived commitment

BioSüd attaches great importance to a consistently ecological orientation – not only in terms of products, but also in the operation of the trade fair itself. For example, unnecessary packaging material is avoided, the catering is certified organic, waste separation is standard, and the trade fair also focuses on sustainability when it comes to travel – with offers for rail and public transport use. This consistent commitment makes BioSüd a trade fair that not only talks about sustainability, but also lives it. Anyone interested in other trade fairs in the Augsburg region – in sectors such as technology, industry, medicine, or innovation – will find a comprehensive overview of the diverse range of trade fairs on offer at Augsburg Trade Fair.

BioSüd – quality, proximity, and responsibility combined in one trade fair

BioSüd in Augsburg is not a trade fair of superlatives – but one of commitment. Anyone who understands organic not only as a product but also as an attitude will find the right partners, products, and perspectives here. It is the central meeting place for the industry in southern Germany – personal, focused, and inspiring. Further information can be found on the organizer's website: www.biomessen.info