The fifth edition of the ProStarch conference took place hybridly, bringing together minds from the global grain processing industry, with a focus on trends, prospects, and challenges. Key topics included the current state and future directions of the starch market, market growth in deep grain processing products, consumer trends, and market opportunities. Speakers provided insights into global trends, regional market dynamics, and the role of enzymes in the industry. The conference also highlighted the growth and development of the Russian confectionery market, its export dynamics, and the needs of the livestock industry for essential feed components. The event underscored the increasing demand for feed additives in Russia due to the expansion of domestic livestock production, pointing towards a promising future for these markets.