The British Pig & Poultry Fair, organised by the Royal Agricultural Society of England (RASE), will take place on 13–14 May 2026 at the NEC in Birmingham, United Kingdom. As a leading event for the pig, poultry and egg sectors, the fair brings together industry stakeholders to explore the latest innovations, research developments and practical solutions shaping modern livestock production. For more information and to register for your FREE ticket, visit www.pigandpoultry.org.uk.
Innovation driving livestock production
With more than 330 exhibitors, this year’s edition will showcase a broad range of technologies and products addressing current challenges in the sector. In the egg production domain, new solutions such as mobile housing systems with integrated automation are designed to support flexible and scalable farm operations. These systems combine feeding, egg collection and climate control technologies to optimise productivity while reducing labour requirements. For pig producers, innovations range from practical on-farm tools to advanced digital management systems. A full list of new products is available on the website.
Focus on biosecurity and animal health
Biosecurity remains a central theme of the event, reflecting its critical role in safeguarding animal health and ensuring supply chain resilience. New diagnostic tools, such as on-farm bioburden testing kits, aim to provide farmers with accessible and visual methods to monitor hygiene conditions and bacterial pressure in production environments. Industry experts emphasise that effective biosecurity requires a holistic approach across the entire value chain, from feed production to on-farm practices. This aligns closely with broader European efforts to strengthen disease prevention and sustainable livestock management.
The Innovation Theatre and Forum programme will further explore key topics, including:
- Micro-climate control systems and their impact on animal health and growth
- Strategies to reduce emissions through microbial management
- Advances in feed additives and nutritional technologies
These sessions aim to bridge research and practice by connecting producers with actionable knowledge and emerging trends. As a project focused on improving decision-making and sustainability in agriculture, DECIDE recognises the importance of such events in fostering knowledge exchange and innovation uptake. The British Pig & Poultry Fair provides a valuable platform for stakeholders to engage with new tools and approaches that contribute to more resilient, efficient and sustainable livestock systems.
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