IPPE 2026 in Atlanta: The Main Poultry Highlights at the Largest Industry Trade Show in the Americas.

The International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) is firmly established as one of the most important annual events in the poultry, egg, meat, and animal feed industry worldwide. From 27 to 29 January 2026, the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, will host the edition with the largest exhibition floor space in the event’s history.

IPPE 2026 will break all previous records with more than 61,000 m² (644,000 sq ft) of exhibition space — the largest in the event’s history — and more than 1,300 exhibitors. More than 32,000 industry professionals from over 130 countries are expected to attend, confirming its position as the most relevant global platform for poultry innovation in the Americas and one of the most important in the world.

To put the event’s growth into perspective, the 2025 edition recorded 30,502 attendees from 129 countries, with 1,385 exhibitors occupying 55,600 m² (598,373 sq ft). Latin American representation was particularly notable, with 49% of international attendees coming from that region.

The IPPE is a unique collaboration of three integrated exhibitions: the International Feed Expo, the International Poultry Expo, and the International Meat Expo, representing the entire protein production and processing chain. Co-organised by the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, the American Feed Industry Association, and the Meat Institute, it offers a comprehensive and unparalleled overview of the sector.

In addition to the exhibition floor, IPPE 2026 includes more than 90 TechTalks sessions, the International Poultry Scientific Forum (26–27 January), and the Latin American Poultry Summit on 26 January, which this year will address critical issues for Latin American producers of broiler meat and eggs.

Trend Analysis: The data suggest that, while the number of exhibiting companies remains stable, investment per square metre has increased dramatically. This correlates directly with the nature of the innovations presented in 2026: the focus is no longer on isolated components, but on integrated process lines and large-scale infrastructure solutions that require greater physical space for demonstration. The 11% increase in exhibition floor space versus more modest growth in the number of exhibitors indicates market consolidation, with large conglomerates presenting holistic, turnkey solutions.

The Drivers of Change in 2026

The narrative at IPPE 2026 is dominated by three macro trends that the various innovations presented seek to address:

1. Chronic labour shortages: This is no longer a question of cost, but of availability. Processing plants in North America and Europe are operating with structural vacancy rates of 10–20%. This has forced the transition from “mechanisation” (machines operated by humans) to “cognitive automation” (machines that make decisions independently), as evidenced by the machine vision solutions from companies such as Oxipital AI and P&P Optica.
2. Biosecurity as a financial asset: Following devastating HPAI (Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza) outbreaks in recent years, biosecurity has evolved from a veterinary protocol into a requirement demanded by investors and insurers. The innovations in 2026 — from dry-fog disinfection to molecular monitoring — respond to this need for biological protection.
3. Quantifiable sustainability: Poultry integrators are under pressure to report and reduce indirect emissions. This has transformed the nutrition sector, where products such as ARGIS from Kent Nutrition and AMUCOLINE from Amuco are sold not only on the basis of zootechnical performance, but also for their capacity to reduce carbon footprint through resource efficiency and waste reduction.

Below, we provide an in-depth breakdown of some of the main poultry industry highlights of 2026, section by section (please note that this is a summary/selection of what NeXusAvicultura.com has deemed most representative among the tens of thousands of products and solutions presented over these days by the 1,300 exhibiting companies; for the full list of all exhibitors, visit https://ippe26.mapyourshow.com/8_0/floorplan/)

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1-. Poultry Genetics: Resilience as the New Gold Standard

In the field of genetics, IPPE 2026 marks the end of the era dominated exclusively by Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR). While efficiency remains vital, genetics companies have pivoted towards “robustness” and “data intelligence” to ensure that genetic potential is expressed even under adverse environmental conditions or in antibiotic-free production systems.

1.1 Cobb-Vantress: The Fusion of Genetics and Data

Cobb-Vantress has used the Atlanta platform to redefine its engagement with the scientific and production community through the Cobb Research Initiative (CRI).

CRI 2026 Analysis: The opening of the 2026 funding cycle for cutting-edge poultry research projects is not merely an administrative formality; it is a strategic statement. Cobb is soliciting pre-proposals that integrate Artificial Intelligence and Computer Vision into phenotypic selection.

• The problem: Historically, measuring traits such as leg health, gait, or behaviour required subjective human evaluation, which is slow, costly, and stressful for the bird.
• The technological solution: By funding projects that use cameras and deep learning algorithms, Cobb aims to automate the collection of complex phenotypes. This will enable the selection of individuals not only by their weight at 42 days, but by their functional vitality measured in real time 24/7.
• Implications: This will accelerate genetic progress in welfare traits (cardiovascular and skeletal health) that are difficult to improve using traditional methods. Furthermore, CRI 2026 places a special focus on the fertility and hatchability of heavy breeder females, a critical area where genetic gains in meat production have often penalised reproductive performance.

1.2 Aviagen: Audited Sustainability and Impact Reporting

Under its corporate motto “Breeding Success Together”, Aviagen presents at IPPE 2026 an evolution of its commercial narrative towards tangible sustainability.

New metrics: The company has launched updates to its sustainability reporting tools. In a market where retailers demand carbon audits, Aviagen provides data demonstrating how continuous improvement in the FCR of Ross and Arbor Acres lines translates directly into lower land and water use, and reduced GHG (Greenhouse Gas) emissions.

• Context: Biological efficiency is the most powerful tool for sustainability. Aviagen argues, with data presented at the show, that advanced genetics have reduced the environmental footprint of poultry meat more than any other technological intervention over the past 20 years.
• Product Presence: High-yield breast lines are highlighted, but with renewed emphasis on meat quality, addressing challenges such as pectoral myopathies through balanced selection.

1.2 Hy-Line International: Genetics for the Post-Cage Era

In the egg sector, Hy-Line International addresses the logistical and ethological challenges of the global transition to cage-free systems.

Ethological adaptation: The genetic lines presented in 2026, specifically the W-80 and Brown varieties, are promoted not only for their laying persistence, but for their adaptive behaviour.

• The challenge: In multi-tier aviary systems, birds must be able to navigate vertically to access nests, water, and feed without suffering keel bone fractures or developing severe feather pecking.
• The genetic response: Hy-Line has intensified selection against cannibalism and in favour of nesting behaviour (nest-laid eggs versus floor eggs). At the show, the company’s technical experts emphasise that genetics account for only 50% of the equation; the other 50% lies in rearing management. To address this, they present new management protocols to “train” pullets to navigate the system before transfer to the laying house.

1.3 Hendrix Genetics: Diversification and Regionalisation

Hendrix Genetics maintains its “Balanced Breeding” approach, but in 2026 introduces a clear regionalisation strategy.

Market Strategy: Acknowledging that “one size does not fit all”, Hendrix highlights specific lines optimised for low-density diets or tropical climates, which are common in the emerging markets represented at IPPE.

Coloured Lines: Demand for coloured eggs and dual-purpose birds in specific niche markets is met through its diverse portfolio (SASSO, etc.), positioning the company as the option for producers seeking differentiation in markets saturated with standard white eggs.

1.4 SASSO Traditional Poultry

SASSO, specialising in coloured chickens and traditional production, will exhibit at stand B2033 its genetic lines designed for sustainable and profitable production systems. The company offers solutions for markets that value differentiated products with animal welfare attributes and alternative production systems.​

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2-. Feed Manufacturing: automation and logistics intelligence

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Farm efficiency begins at the feed mill. The 2026 innovations focus on eliminating human error and optimising the supply chain.

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2.1 WEM Automation: The Brain of the Plant

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WEM presents the New WEM6000 Feed Mill Automation.

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• Evolution: This system represents a leap towards Industry 4.0. It not only controls the plant’s PLC (Programmable Logic Controller), but also integrates granular traceability.
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• Functionality: It allows tracking of a specific soybean meal batch from reception, through the mill and mixer, all the way to the silo at a specific farm. This is vital for food safety. It also incorporates energy optimisation algorithms, scheduling high-consumption tasks (such as grinding) during low electricity tariff periods whenever possible.
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2.2 BinSentry: inventory digitalisation

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BinSentry‘s ProSense HD technology addresses one of the industry’s oldest and most challenging problems: knowing how much feed remains in the silo.

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• The problem: Traditionally, farmers tap the silo with a mallet or climb dangerous ladders to estimate the level. This is inaccurate and risky.
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• The solution: ProSense HD uses advanced optical sensors (LiDAR or similar 3D mapping technology) to create a topographic map of the feed surface inside the silo.
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• Impact: Eliminates occupational safety risks. Provides data with >99% accuracy. Allows integrators to optimise delivery truck routes, avoiding emergency shipments (costly) or feed returns (biosecurity risk).
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2.3 DP Techlink: Last-mile logistics

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DP Techlink presents a Delivery Navigation and Notification Mobile App.

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• Context: Biosecurity in transport is critical. Feed trucks are common disease vectors.
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• Innovation: This app guides the driver not just to the farm, but to the specific silo, ensuring that the correct feed (e.g. Finisher vs. Starter) is unloaded in the right place. It also provides geofencing to ensure the truck does not enter zones restricted by quarantine.
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3-. Poultry Nutrition: molecular precision and functional ingredients

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The nutrition section (Halls A and B) is perhaps the most dynamic in terms of number of launches. The animal feed industry in the USA, partly following trends set in Europe, has moved beyond the “antibiotic substitution” phase to enter the phase of “gut health optimisation and metabolic efficiency”.

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3.1 Kent Nutrition Group: disruption with ARGIS

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One of the most technically significant launches from Kent Nutrition Group is ARGIS, featured in the New Product Showcase.

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Technical analysis:

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ARGIS is not “just another probiotic”. It is a technology based on a specific Bacillus strain developed by the University of Arkansas and exclusively licensed.

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• Mechanism of action: The innovation lies in this strain’s ability to produce a complex enzymatic profile in vivo. Specifically, it targets indigestible carbohydrates (Non-Starch Polysaccharides – NSPs) present in soybean meal.
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• Economic implication: Traditionally, nutritionists add cocktails of exogenous enzymes (xylanases, glucanases, etc.) to improve digestibility. ARGIS proposes that the bacterium produces these enzymes directly in the bird’s intestine. This has the potential to reduce or eliminate the exogenous enzyme matrix in the formulation, simplifying micro-ingredient logistics at the feed mill and reducing cost per tonne.
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• Industrial resilience: Being a Bacillus (spore-forming), it offers superior thermal stability during conditioning and pelleting, a weak point of many enzymes and lactic probiotics (Lactobacillus).
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3.2 Amuco Inc.: sustainable chemistry with AMUCOLINE

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Amuco presents AMUCOLINE, a natural replacement for synthetic choline chloride.

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Technical comparison:

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• The Current Standard: Synthetic choline chloride is a problematic ingredient. It is highly hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the environment), causing caking in vitamin and mineral silos. It is also chemically aggressive, degrading sensitive vitamins in the premix and corroding metal equipment.
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• The AMUCOLINE Innovation: It is a plant-based product (conjugated natural sources) that is non-hygroscopic and non-corrosive.
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• Biological Benefit: Beyond handling, Amuco presents data suggesting greater bioavailability of phosphatidylcholine. Crucially for laying hens, it does not degrade into Trimethylamine (TMA) in the intestine. TMA is responsible for the “fishy odour” syndrome in eggs from certain genetic lines; eliminating this risk allows greater flexibility in diet formulation for brown layers.
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3.3 Evonik Animal Nutrition: next-generation probiotics

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Evonik launches a new iteration of Ecobiol®.

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• 2026 Focus: Whereas previous versions focused on general competitive exclusion, the new generation presented at the Showcase targets stability under stress. In modern poultry production, birds are subjected to heat stress, stocking density, and vaccination challenges. The new Ecobiol is selected to maintain microbiota homeostasis during these stress peaks, preventing the dysbiosis that typically precedes necrotic enteritis.
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3.4 Amlan International

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Amlan International will present at stand B6041 its flagship product Varium®, a natural alternative to antibiotic growth promoters backed by more than a decade of research. Varium® is designed to improve intestinal integrity, immune function and resistance to pathogenic challenges, demonstrating measurable improvements in gut health, reduction of intestinal damage under disease challenge, and more consistent performance under commercial stressors.

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Dr. Aldo Rossi, Director of Veterinary Services at Amlan, will deliver a TECHTalk on Wednesday, January 28 at 11:00 a.m. entitled “Protecting Gut Health from Clostridial Challenges Through Innovative Feeding Programs”. The presentation will explore practical strategies to protect intestinal integrity and maintain performance in the face of increasing clostridial pressure in modern poultry systems.

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3.5 DSM-Firmenich

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DSM-Firmenich will present comprehensive precision nutrition solutions, including Hy-D® (the original 25-OH D3 used in billions of birds), Verax for blood biomarker monitoring, and mycotoxin solutions. The company will conduct demonstrations on mycotoxin sampling, Verax precision nutrition and health, and carotenoids during the event.

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At the International Poultry Scientific Forum, Chasity Pender, Senior Technical Services Manager, will present on “Mycotoxin Contamination Trends in US Corn 2025” on January 26.

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3.6 Jefo Nutrition

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Jefo will exhibit its Gut Harmony concept that supports gut health and consistency in poultry production from broilers to breeders. Its enzyme and feed additive solutions help maximise nutrient uptake, control variation, and protect margins in a changing feed cost environment.

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Dr. Peter Ferket, William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor at NC State University and Jefo consultant, will present “Precision Synchronised Nutrient Delivery for Gut Harmony and Sustainability” on Wednesday, January 28 at 11:00 a.m. in Theater A244.

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3.7 Kemin

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Kemin will present food ingredient solutions that help protect or enhance colour, flavour, food safety, quality and performance. Its range includes antimicrobials and mould inhibitors to improve the safety of baked goods, snacks, and meat and poultry, as well as oxidation solutions including plant-derived options.

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3.8 Ingredient and Additive Innovations (New Product Showcase)

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The list of nutritional innovations is extensive and reflects a diversification of strategies:

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• CBS Bio Platforms (Stand A2103): Launches Glycobolites Maxi Nutrio RTM. This “Glycobiology” technology uses specific functional carbohydrates to block pathogen adhesion to the intestinal wall, acting as a molecular “decoy”.
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• Platinum Chemicals (Stand A2138): Introduces MHA – LIQUID METHIONINE. Liquid methionine is not new per se, but the innovation here lies in the stability and ease of application for feed mills seeking to automate liquid dosing to improve precision and reduce dust in the plant.
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• ICC Animal Nutrition (Stand A859): Presents MaxiDigest® DRY Swine; although focused on pigs, the hydrolysed yeast technology has cross-applications in improving digestibility and immune health.
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• Prathista International (Stand A2955): Offers Clean Label solutions. As consumers scrutinise food labels, “clean label” ingredients (free from synthetic chemicals perceived as harmful) are gaining traction. Prathista offers organic mineral and nutritional sources through fermentation that meet these strict marketing requirements.
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3.9 Data Management in Formulation

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Datacor (Stand A311): Presents software for Proactive Formulation Compliance Management. In a changing regulatory environment (FSMA in the US, EU regulations), this software ensures that every batch of feed complies not only with nutritional requirements, but also with legal limits on additives and medications in real time, preventing costly product recall errors.

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3.10 Poultry Nutrition Conferences at IPPE 2026

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ADM will present a TECHTalk on “Practical Approaches to Maintaining Egg Production in Layers and Breeders” on Monday, January 27 at 3:00 p.m. Cargill will offer “Trust Your Gut: Microbiome Insights for Next-Level Broiler Outcomes” on Monday, January 27 at 3:30 p.m. Trouw Nutrition will discuss “Plant Signals in Action: PhytoComplexes to Enhance Broiler Performance and Resilience” on Monday, January 27 at 4:00 p.m. Phytobiotics confirmed its presence presenting scientific advances on Macleaya cordata extracts applied to animal nutrition.

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4-. Biosecurity and Avian Health: sanitary shielding technologies

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The constant threat of emerging and re-emerging viruses has made biosecurity the central pillar of IPPE 2026. The solutions presented range from physical disinfection to digital health management.

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4.1 Zoetis: digital standardisation

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Zoetis launches a Digital Resource Centre for vaccine administration.

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• Insight: The best vaccine in the world fails if it is applied incorrectly. High staff turnover in hatcheries and farms makes continuous training impossible using traditional methods.
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• Solution: Zoetis offers an “always-on” digital educational platform that standardises operating procedures. This ensures that the night-shift operator in a hatchery has access to the same quality of instruction as the manager, protecting the company’s biological investment.
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4.2 Ceva Santé Animale: in-plant vaccination

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Ceva continues to drive its “Less is More“ philosophy.

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• Trend: Moving vaccination from the field to the hatchery.
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• Technology: Use of new-technology vaccines (HVT-vectored, immune complexes) administered in-ovo or on day one. This eliminates the need for re-vaccination on the farm, reducing handling stress and the risk of entry by vaccination crews (disease vectors). At IPPE 2026, Ceva highlights the expansion of its global production capacity to ensure the supply of these critical vaccines.
  
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4.3 ThaMa-Vet: mechanical precision in vaccination

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Presentation of the CleanMark System by ThaMa-Vet

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• Innovation: ThaMa-Vet, known for its highly durable metal syringes, introduces a system that presumably combines injection with simultaneous visual marking.
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• Application: This allows the supervisor to visually and instantly verify which birds within a flock have been vaccinated and which have not, closing the “missed bird” gap that can serve as a viral reservoir.
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4.4 Arbourdale: waterless egg disinfection

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The OvoGuard Egg Dry Fogging System by Arbourdale is a critical innovation.

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• Science: The fertile egg is porous. Disinfecting it with liquids (spray, immersion) can damage the protective cuticle or, due to temperature differences, cause the egg to “inhale” bacteria into its interior.
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• Solution: “Dry fog” uses disinfectant particles so small that they behave like a gas, penetrating the entire surface without wetting the egg. This maximises surface disinfection without compromising the internal integrity of the embryo, improving viability and reducing “exploder” eggs in hatchers.
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4.5 Advanced diagnostics: bioMérieux

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Launch of GENE-UP® TYPER by bioMerieux Inc.

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• Paradigm Shift: It is not enough to know that Salmonella is present. It is necessary to know which strain it is and where it comes from.
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• Technology: This tool enables rapid molecular typing of pathogens. It allows processing plants to differentiate whether a Listeria or Salmonella contamination originates from a resident strain (a niche in the plant that has not been properly cleaned) or whether it is a transient strain that entered with a specific flock. This enables targeted corrective actions rather than blind general clean-ups.
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4.6 Pest Control: Arkion Life Sciences

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Presents Arkion Beetle Spray Plus.

Importance: The lesser mealworm (Alphitobius diaperinus) is a major vector of Salmonella and avian viruses, as well as destroying the insulation of poultry houses. The new “Plus” formulation likely addresses the growing resistance of these insects to traditional pyrethroids, offering a new chemical tool for rotation.

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4.7 Elanco Animal Health

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Elanco will present its vaccine AviPro™ Salmonella Duo, the only dual-strain live vaccine for chickens containing Salmonella Enteritidis and S. Typhimurium. The vaccine provides superior direct protection against both regulated Salmonella strains in laying hens.

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Recent research demonstrates that birds vaccinated with AviPro Salmonella Duo showed significantly lower numbers of field strains in the caeca and spleen compared to a live vaccine containing only S. Enteritidis. Vaccination with AviPro Salmonella Duo reduced egg contamination by 83%. Additionally, Elanco and HIPRA have established a partnership to introduce two new vaccines that will help control avian metapneumovirus in the US poultry industry.

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5-. Incubation: the technological heart of integrators

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Incubation is a critical point where small improvements can translate into significant economic benefits for the entire production chain. Modern incubation has made great strides in replicating nature’s perfect conditions through millimetre-precise microclimate control.

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5.1 Royal Pas Reform: Next-Generation In-Ovo Intervention

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The flagship technology is SmartVac™.

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• Differentiation: Unlike previous in-ovo systems that could injure the embryo or deposit the vaccine in the wrong compartment, SmartVac uses a double-needle system.
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• Operation: An outer needle pierces the shell and a blunt inner needle gently deposits the biological agent into the amniotic fluid.
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• Future: This precision opens the door not only to vaccines, but also to in-ovo nutrition. Applications are being explored to inject carbohydrate solutions or immune stimulants days before hatching, preparing the chick for an explosive start on the farm.
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5.2 Petersime: “easy connect”

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Concept: In a world where expert technicians are scarce, the Easy Connect™ app from Petersime connects the machine (X-Streamer incubator) and the local operator with Petersime’s global support centre. It enables remote diagnostics and real-time assistance, minimising downtime that could result in the loss of millions of embryos.

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5.3 HatchTech Incubation Technology

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HatchTech will present its revolutionary SetCare system, designed to maximise the survival of embryos entering the incubator. The system focuses on ensuring that the incubation equipment can at least cool the embryos inside and give that genetic potential the chance to survive.

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The company will offer a TECHTalk entitled “Unlocking the Future of Egg Production: In-Ovo Sexing as an Integrated Part of Incubator Processes” on Tuesday, 28 January at 12:00 p.m. HatchTech also promotes its HatchCare system, which provides feed and water immediately after hatching, giving newly hatched chicks a better start in life with improved feed conversion.

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5.4 Targan

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TARGAN, an AgTech company, will present its proven WingScan™ sexing technology powered by artificial intelligence. WingScan is an automatic sexing machine that works on feather patterns, capturing images of chicks to differentiate males and females with an accuracy of 97–99% depending on the flock.

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The machine is placed in the chick processing room immediately after shell removal, before the chick counter. The system is based on artificial intelligence with machine learning that improves as more chicks pass through it: with over one billion birds sexed worldwide, TARGAN has accumulated massive experience.

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In 2024, Trouw Nutrition became the first poultry producer in Canada to implement WingScan, achieving measurable operational improvements: on-time delivery performance increased from 90% to 99%, overall processing time reduced by 50%, ergonomics improved by eliminating repetitive manual tasks, and faster chick delivery to farms. In Europe, TARGAN’s system is already present in several countries.

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5.5 Viscon Hatchery Automation

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Viscon Hatchery Automation will exhibit at stand B6013 advanced hatchery automation solutions. The company will present a TECHTalk entitled “Smart Hatcheries: How Automation, AI and Data Are Transforming Poultry Production” on Tuesday, 28 January at 9:30 a.m.

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Viscon’s Live Embryo Detection technology accurately indicates which eggs contain a live embryo and classifies non-viable eggs as infertile, early dead, or late dead. These figures are summarised by batch and can be used to predict hatch numbers and monitor breeding and incubation performance.

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5.6 Incubation Systems

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Incubation Systems will debut its Risk Watch™ early warning system and revolutionary incubator solutions at IPPE 2026. This new predictive maintenance technology represents a significant advance in the proactive management of incubation equipment.

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5.7 Royal Pas Reform

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Royal Pas Reform will exhibit at stand B12027 its acclaimed high-precision incubation solutions.

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6-. Housing systems for laying hens and broilers

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The transition towards cage-free systems continues to accelerate, driving significant innovations in laying hen equipment.

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6.1 Big Dutchman

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Big Dutchman will exhibit at stand B37017 its Natura Nova Barn aviary system, designed to meet the highest standards of cage-free egg production. The Natura Nova system ensures optimal welfare for laying hens, delivering exceptional results for both producers and birds.

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Key features of the Natura Nova Barn include: cage-free design providing ample space for natural movement, promoting high animal welfare; optimised nesting with spacious, comfortable nests for safe and efficient egg laying; efficient egg collection with gentle handling that minimises damage and ensures high-quality results; multi-tier aviary that maximises house space while ensuring easy access to feed, water and perches; clean and healthy environment that promotes hygiene through thoughtful design and airflow management; and a sustainable and cost-effective solution that helps producers meet market demand for cage-free eggs while ensuring efficiency.

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On the other hand, Big Dutchman presents at IPPE various developments in its NATURA series for cage-free layers and has set its
Focus 2026 on ergonomics and floor egg reduction. The new designs facilitate inspection by workers (reducing occupational injuries) and use strategic lighting and perch design to encourage birds to use the nest boxes, maximising marketable eggs.

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6.2 Vencomatic Group: the autonomous farm

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The Meggsius Connect and Meggsius Select platforms take centre stage.

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• Applied IoT: Meggsius creates a neural network on the farm. It controls egg flow from conveyor belts to the packer.
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• Select: It is an on-farm pre-grading system. It detects dirty, broken or misshapen eggs before they enter the transport trays. This prevents contaminating clean eggs and optimises transport (you don’t pay to transport waste to the grading plant).
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Vencomatic Group will exhibit at stand B2043 its Van Gent Nest for broiler breeders, manufactured from film-coated marine plywood. Research shows that broiler breeders prefer wooden nests: compared with plastic nests, wooden nests result in fewer floor eggs and consistently produce the lowest percentage of floor eggs, with 75% of hens choosing this type of nest consistently over time.

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The Van Gent Nest has been proven as the world’s number 1 community nest for broiler breeders thanks to its high nest acceptance. The construction is solid and simple at the same time, making installation quick and easy, and it is designed to withstand any climate from cold to warm, tropical and humid.

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The Vencomatic Group also offers the RED-L system for layers and complete solutions including poultry housing, climate solutions (Agro Supply) and egg handling and automation (Prinzen).

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6.3 LANDMECO

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LANDMECO will exhibit at stand B12049 aviary systems for layers designed to help producers simplify daily management, improve flock performance and obtain long-term value from durable, producer-friendly equipment. The company will offer a TECHTalk titled “How to Manage Your Laying Hen Aviary for Better Productivity” on Tuesday, 28 January at 12:00 p.m.

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6.4 Precision Climate Control

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• SKOV (Stand B37009): FarmOnline+ now integrates predictive external climate data. The system “knows” that a heat wave is coming tomorrow and can pre-cool the house or adjust ventilation profiles proactively.
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• Double L Group (Stand B29021): Weatherhood with Darkout. Essential for warm climates. It allows high volumes of air inlet without letting in light. This is critical for maintaining darkness during rest periods or for controlling sexual maturity in pullets, without suffocating the birds through lack of ventilation.
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TPI Polytechnics (Stand B14045):FENNO. New high-density polyurethane air inlets that improve airflow aerodynamics, eliminating direct cold draughts over the birds (which cause wet litter and footpad dermatitis).

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6.5 Lighting

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ONCE Lighting (stand B6004) will showcase NatureDynamics™, its connected, dynamic lighting system designed to improve animal welfare and performance, new white LEDs built specifically for barn environments, and BioShift™ UV-C Lighting that helps strengthen on-farm biosecurity.

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HATO Lighting will present CORAX with daylight options designed to support poultry health and productivity.

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7-. Artificial Intelligence applied to poultry farming and automation

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Artificial intelligence and automation are radically transforming the poultry industry, improving performance, safety, transparency and animal care.

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7.1 Oxipital AI

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Oxipital AI stands out at IPPE 2026 as part of the New Product Showcase in the Processing category with its V-CORTX platform, a unified vision solution built to simplify and enhance machine vision for the processing and packaging line of the various poultry meat products. V-CORTX eliminates the need for expertise in imaging, labelling and programming, saving time and labour resources while improving product inspection and packaging.

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The V-CORTX platform is unmatched compared to traditional machine vision solutions and will enable automated inspection of poultry and packaging processing. Oxipital AI will also jointly present with Stäubli Robotics a TECHTalk titled “Synergising Robotics and AI: Transforming Protein Production for Efficiency and Food Safety” on 29 January at 10:00 a.m. at stand B-45011.

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7.2 Stäubli Robotics

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Stäubli Robotics will exhibit at stand B45069 cutting-edge food-grade robotic solutions designed to optimise various stages of the food production process. Stäubli’s fully hygienic, high-speed industrial robots are widely deployed in the food industry, serving diverse applications that demand precision and compliance.

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In bakery environments, they automate processes such as pick and place, inspection and sorting. Known for their hygienic design and resistance to aggressive washdown procedures, Stäubli’s HE series robots are widely recognised for enabling both operational efficiency and food safety compliance.

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7.3 Parvada.AI

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Parvada will present a TECHTalk on “Machine Vision and Automation in Wing Sexing” on Tuesday, 28 January at 1:30 p.m., showcasing how computer vision technology is revolutionising chick sexing.

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7.4 Prism Controls

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Prism Controls will offer “Journey to the Future of Egg Production: Leveraging AI for Autonomous Optimisation of Layer Health and Performance” on Tuesday, 28 January at 4:00 p.m., demonstrating practical AI applications in layer management.

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7.5 BAADER

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BAADER will present its ClassifEYE vision solutions, demonstrating how camera-based inspection combined with artificial intelligence can support fast, consistent and data-driven decisions in the poultry processing line. Vision technology enables automatic detection of deviations and quality issues, creating a reliable basis for process optimisation and yield improvement.

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BAADER’s integrated poultry processing solutions cover key processing steps —from cutting and deboning to grading and packaging— with a clear objective: minimising giveaway, reducing waste and maximising usable product. BAADER combines high-precision machine technology with advanced automation and AI-supported applications that analyse process data in real time, detect deviations early and support continuous optimisation.

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7.6 Munters FoodTech

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Munters FoodTech will bring all its brands under one roof at IPPE 2026, showcasing how software, controllers, connected IoT technologies and services work together to support better decisions in swine and poultry production. Visitors will see how real-time data and automation enable proactive decisions, more efficient operations and more predictable outcomes across the food supply chain.

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Padmini Persaud will present on the TechTalks stage “Technology-Driven Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductions: A Case Study in Innovation” on Thursday, January 29 at 11:00 a.m., sharing practical examples of how technology can support measurable emission reductions in animal production.

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7.7 AI and Automation Workshop

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The Meat Institute will host a two-day educational workshop on “Artificial Intelligence and Automation” on Tuesday, January 27 and Wednesday, January 28 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., with a registration fee of $299. The workshop will explore how these technologies are being applied in real-world processing environments to solve persistent challenges and position companies for long-term success.

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8-. Poultry Processing

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Poultry processing continues to advance towards greater automation, precision and efficiency to maximise yield and quality.

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8.1 JBT Marel

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JBT Marel will exhibit at stand C22158 complete solutions in equipment, software and connected services that help create maximum value with minimum resources across the entire operation. The company will focus on end-to-end solutions that improve yield, reduce waste and optimise every process.marel+3

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JBT Marel will provide a live demonstration of the RoboPacker and Proseal. The RoboPacker automatically scans, weighs, picks and places up to 180 chicken legs, fillet portions or strips per minute, combining advanced vision technology with soft grippers for consistent precision packaging. Following tray packing comes tray sealing, and the Proseal GT1e offers high-speed flexible sealing for any heat-seal format on pre-formed trays.

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Together, these technologies create a fully automated case-ready workflow: they reduce labour dependency, increase yields and improve food safety.

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8.2 Meyn

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Meyn presents a major deployment at IPPE 2026 with the Meyn Experience Center at stand C26159 in building C. This year, Meyn highlights its M4.0 Evisceration line, showcasing the next step in precision and performance.

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The Meyn Experience Center will demonstrate how its latest technologies for grading, cutting and deboning work together to help processors get the most out of every bird. Visitors will be able to speak directly with Meyn experts, see key systems up close and discover how precision, performance and innovation come together in a connected ecosystem.

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Meyn showcases equipment with industry-leading capabilities: the M2.0 grading, weighing and transfer system that streamlines the processing line with precision weighing, grading and seamless transfer in one machine; a thigh deboner with an unmatched processing capacity of 15,000 thighs per hour; a whole leg system capable of processing up to 15,000 whole legs per hour, ensuring maximum yield with minimal labour; and a breast deboner with the highest capacity on the market of up to 7,000 breasts per hour with intelligent, adaptive design for optimum yield and precision.

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Meyn is investing $65 million in a new 58-acre campus in Westminster, South Carolina, a significant step that brings world-class manufacturing, engineering and service closer to processors in the Americas.

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8.3 Provisur

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Provisur will display multiple pieces of equipment at its stand, including the X4 Forming Press with a small footprint and intelligent force control and 3D pressing to deliver maximum yields and minimum operating costs.

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Provisur will also showcase two Beehive® Separators: the Beehive® RSBF-04 Separator converts up to 97% of bone collection material into high-quality ground meat, and the versatile Beehive® RST-D06 MAX Separator optimises texture in premium finished products.

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8.4 Eagle Product Inspection

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Eagle Product Inspection will exhibit at stand C24175 the MAXIMIZER 540, which pairs the RMI 540 X-ray machine with automated product handling and rejection mechanisms to support higher throughput and detection consistency in belt-fed applications. Powered by Eagle’s SimulTask PRO image analysis software and high-resolution PXT photon-counting technology, the MAXIMIZER 540 delivers high-clarity imaging and pixel-level real-time analysis to improve detection performance while reducing false rejects and minimising manual intervention across fast-moving raw protein lines.

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8.5 Fortress Technology

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Fortress Technology will exhibit at stand C18183 its Icon X-Ray System designed to be installed at the end of meat and poultry packaging lines. Time-saving sanitation features include sloped surfaces to promote water drainage, easily removable magnetic X-ray curtains, and tool-free belt removal to facilitate maintenance and sanitation.

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8.6 Messer

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Messer will exhibit at stand C23149 its revolutionary KwikChiller, now with both freezing and chilling capabilities for protein processing. Following successful installations that demonstrated significant yield improvements in combo bin poultry chilling, Messer is proud to deploy the high-capacity KwikChiller for freezing applications.

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The KwikChiller was designed to eliminate the need for CO₂ pellets when chilling fresh poultry in combo bins. Its rapid, uniform temperature control system improves product yield. In addition, the in-line chilling system features integrated exhaust, offering a safer and more efficient alternative to manual handling of CO₂ pellets.

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The KwikChiller removes up to 30% more heat than traditional freezers, making it ideal for high-throughput operations where space is limited. This freezing technology increases temperature uniformity across the product in both full freezing and cryo-assisted mechanical freezing applications. It even fits through a standard doorway for easy installation.

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8.7 METTLER TOLEDO Product Inspection Group

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METTLER TOLEDO will exhibit at stand C24159 its X36 Series DXD+ X-Ray Inspection System, which offers identification of hard-to-find physical contaminants including bone, glass, metal and stone, and performs a variety of product integrity checks to protect overall product quality.

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It will also showcase the C33 PlusLine Washdown Checkweigher, built for harsh production environments, which combines precise weighing with robust design. The C33, including its HMI, is IP69-rated and tested to withstand caustic detergents and high-pressure cleaning, making it ideal for meat and poultry plants.

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8.9 Traceability and Data Management

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VistaTrac will demonstrate its cloud-based food traceability platform that connects production data from the plant floor through inventory, labelling and shipping. The software helps processors replace manual workflows with real-time, compliant traceability. Live demonstrations of the VistaTrac platform will be aimed specifically at meat, poultry and other food processors seeking greater visibility, accuracy and control across their operations.[meatingpoint-mag]​

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Emydex supports poultry processors by providing real-time visibility across production, quality and traceability, enabling teams to make informed decisions directly from the factory floor. Companies such as Murray’s Chicken, Forresters Chicken and Rosie & Jim use Emydex to support daily operations, improve visibility and embed traceability into their processes.[emydex]​

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8.10 Foreign Body and Contaminant Detection

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FlexXray offers X-ray inspection and detection solutions designed to identify contaminants early, preventing downstream risks, recalls or wasted product. By detecting issues before final processing or packaging, yield is preserved and production flow is maintained.

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FlexXray will organize a workshop with the Meat Institute titled “Foreign Material Control: From Reaction to Prevention” on Tuesday, January 27 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with a registration fee of $299. This interactive workshop introduces a structured Foreign Material Control program to help food safety and food safety professionals evaluate and strengthen their foreign material prevention programs.

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Hygiena will adopt a One Health approach by offering integrated diagnostic solutions for Animal Health, Food Safety and Environmental Monitoring. On the farm and in food, Hygiena offers animal identification, GMO, mycotoxin and yeast and mold testing. For environmental monitoring, it provides innovative and rapid solutions with simplified workflows and data-driven insights. For pathogen detection and quantification, it uses real-time PCR solutions for Salmonella, Campylobacter, Listeria and other pathogens. The SureTrend® software transforms data into visual charts that provide immediate insight to help make decisions that transform food safety programs.

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8.11 Sustainability and Water Treatment

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FRC Systems will exhibit at booth C19167 its Dissolved Air Flotation Unit (DAF) PCCS 50, essential for removing fats, oils, greases and suspended solids from process wastewater. It will also showcase the Multi-Disc Screw Press, a key pre-treatment technology for separating large solids and debris from the waste stream, protecting downstream equipment.

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Heron Innovators introduces Suspended Air Flotation (SAF®), which offers consistent clarification in rendering plant wastewater. Protein and poultry wastewater are among the most challenging.

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CMS Solutions (booth C26174) will exhibit its WRUS-200 water reuse system, a fully skid-mounted unit that enables the safe and efficient recycling of used process water, saving money by greatly reducing water consumption and the amount of water sent to treatment. It will also showcase dry vacuum transport systems designed to move edible and inedible products throughout the plant without using water, saving water and reducing solids in the wastewater system, thereby lowering chemical costs.

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9-. Egg Marketing / Packaging

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The marketing and packaging area continues to innovate to meet market sustainability and efficiency demands.

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9.1 Toppan Packaging Americas

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Toppan Packaging Americas will exhibit at booth B50006 its egg packaging solutions, with egg expert Scott Lindley available to demonstrate Highland Packaging solutions in action.

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9.2 Huhtamaki North America

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Huhtamaki North America will exhibit at booth B38068 fiber-based egg cartons made from 100% recycled materials, offering a smart and sustainable alternative to EPS foam and plastic cartons. Designed with extra branding space for shelf impact and proudly manufactured in the USA, these cartons are ready to help meet packaging goals.

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Huhtamaki is looking to replace traditional EPS foam egg packaging and plastic cartons without compromising shelf appeal, with customizable fiber cartons for branding, manufactured in North America.

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9.3 Sanovo Technology Group

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Sanovo Technology Group will exhibit at booth B25021 complete egg processing solutions with capacities of up to 288,000 eggs per hour. This solution ensures gentle egg handling, accurate detection and efficient packing, all at the same time.

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9.4 Prinzen

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Prinzen (part of Vencomatic Group) offers complete egg collection and packaging systems that protect delicate eggs with their machines. The company presents:

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The Vencobelt system, the solution for further automating the egg collection process and connecting multiple poultry houses, combining careful egg handling, high transport capacities and adjustment in every egg room.[ippexpo]​

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Prinzen 50-70-100 packers designed to deliver the highest egg quality throughout the process: Prinzen 50 (18,000 eggs/hour), Prinzen 70 (25,200 eggs/hour), Prinzen 100 (36,000 eggs/hour). The Speedpack packer handles and packs eggs quickly yet carefully into 30-cell trays, with only three transfer points ensuring optimal egg handling.

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The Palletizer 110 and Pallet Loader significantly reduce the tiring work of handling stacks of trays and pleasantly improve the daily egg collection work, operating independently and connecting with any suitable type of farm packer.

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The Meggsius Select performs visual inspection in a completely objective and consistent manner, consisting of multiple cameras and a grading unit. The criteria-based algorithm is set by the operator according to their own requirements and according to the age of the flock. Quality control by Meggsius Select is defined by egg size and shape, various types of soiling and various degrees of shell damage.

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9.5 Facco

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Facco presents egg collection equipment built for high production, with key products including egg graders, farm packers and hatchery egg grading and packing machines.

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9.6 StoneX

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StoneX will present a TECHTalk introducing the StoneX Shell Egg Contract, Egg Price Risk Management on Monday, January 27 at 11:30 a.m., offering new tools for commercial risk management in the egg market.

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Educational Sessions and New Product Showcase

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IPPE 2026 offers more than 80 hours of educational sessions, including the International Poultry Scientific Forum (January 26–27), the Latin American Poultry Summit (January 26) and more than 90 TECHTalks throughout the three days of the event.

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The New Product Showcase presented at booth BC36119 will highlight cutting-edge products and services. On Tuesday, January 27 at 2:30 p.m. in the Discovery Zone, booth B51027, IPPE will award three “Best of the Best” New Product Showcase plaques in three categories: animal feed, processing and live production. An evaluation committee composed of university and media representatives will review the videos and determine the three “best of the best” among the participants.

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Finally, the three “Best of the Best” Awards were presented on January 28 to these three companies:

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2026 IPPE New Product Showcase

Best of the Best in Animal Feed
Awarded to KENT Nutrition. (From left to right, top left) Constance Cullman, executive director of AFIA, and Kale Causemaker, senior director of Innovative Solutions at KENT Nutrition.

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Best of the Best in Live Production
Awarded to Vencomatic Group. (From left to right, top right) Gwen Venable, executive vice president of exposition and communication services at USPOULTRY, and Maria Marques Vieira, marketing coordinator at Vencomatic Group.

Best of the Best in Processing
Awarded to ACEBRI Colombia. (From left to right, bottom) Gwen Venable, executive vice president of exposition and communication services at USPOULTRY, Juan Camilo Briceño, chief financial officer of ACEBRI Colombia, and Eric Zito, vice president of business development at the Meat Institute.

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International Networking Opportunities

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IPPE 2026 also provides a range of global business resources, including buyer matchmaking, conference rooms, translation services, import-export advice and access to export directories, all available at the International Trade Center.

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An essential event for global poultry, especially for poultry meat processing.

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IPPE 2026 is positioned as the largest and most comprehensive event in the show’s history, with more than 664,000 square feet of exhibit space, more than 1,300 exhibitors, and an expected attendance of more than 32,000 professionals from over 130 countries. This growth reflects the critical importance of the event for the global poultry industry.

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From advanced genetics with AI-driven research programmes to machine vision systems for processing, from natural gut nutrition solutions to state-of-the-art incubation equipment with live embryo detection and automated sexing, IPPE 2026 offers a comprehensive vision of the future of poultry production.

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Housing systems continue to evolve towards designs that maximise animal welfare and production efficiency, while biosecurity solutions become increasingly sophisticated in the face of persistent health threats such as HPAI. Poultry processing is advancing towards unprecedented levels of automation and precision, with robots and machine vision systems that optimise yield and reduce labour dependency.

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Sustainability runs through every area, from water reuse and effluent treatment systems to 100% recycled packaging and solutions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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For Latin American poultry professionals, IPPE 2026 represents a unique opportunity not only to observe the latest technological trends but also to evaluate innovative solutions applicable to their production realities, improve production efficiency, strengthen health management and optimise poultry product processing.

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With the Latin American Poultry Summit on 26 January focusing specifically on the region’s challenges, and with nearly half of international visitors coming from Latin America, the event confirms its relevance to our industry.

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Practical information:
Dates: 27–29 January 2026
Location: Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Hours: Tuesday 27 January: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Wednesday 28 January: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Thursday 29 January: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
More information and registration: www.ippexpo.org

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