On October 12, 2023, the NEFI Technology Talk on Drying Processes in Industry captivated a diverse and engaged audience in a dynamic online event. With over 60 enthusiastic participants, the Technology Talk, moderated by our NEFI expert Veronika Wilk (AIT Austrian Institute of Technology, Center for Energy), delved into the crucial role of drying processes in industrial settings, a sector that significantly contributes to industrial energy consumption. The event featured a diverse range of perspectives from industrial experts, among them Raphael Priesner. Food Ingredients Drying: Raphael Priesner detailed the importance of industrial-scale drying for preservation and cost reduction, along with the ambitious decarbonisation goals of the Agrana Group, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2040.