VIETSTOCK 2026 – SHAPING THE FUTURE OF THE LIVESTOCK INDUSTRY THROUGH INNOVATION, GREEN TRANSITION AND COMPETITIVENESS ENHANCEMENT 

Vietstock Expo & Forum 2026 – The Vietnam’s Premier International Feed, Livestock & Meat Industry show, will take place at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City, from 21–23 October 2026, bringing together businesses, livestock producers, technology providers and industry professionals from Vietnam and overseas. The 14th edition is expected to welcome more than 300 brands and 13,000 trade visitors and professionals from 40 countries and regions, across 10,000 sqm of exhibition space. 

Organised by Informa Markets and hosted by the Department of Animal Health and Production, Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, Vietstock 2026 centers on the theme “Shaping the Future of Livestock Industry: Innovation – Green Transition – Competitiveness Enhancement”. The exhibition serves as an end-to-end commercial platform for discovering emerging technologies, exchanging expert knowledge, and fostering value-chain partnerships. 

With Agriculture & Environment Newspaper as its official media partner, Vietstock 2026 is organised in collaboration with more than 50 organisations, government agencies, livestock associations, local and international media partners. This extensive collaborative network confirms the exhibition’s stature and international scale, ensuring that strategic directions and innovative solutions at the event are effectively communicated to the entire industry ecosystem. 

With 22 years of strong engagement with Vietnam’s livestock industry, Vietstock has affirmed its solid brand reputation in the market, serving as a strategic bridge and a key driver in promoting the comprehensive development of the sector through every stage. 

 The Heart of the Exhibition: Unifying Solutions Across the Livestock Value Chain 

The exhibition showcase is a central feature of Vietstock 2026, gathers cutting-edge products, technologies and services across the industry, from animal health and nutrition to farming systems, processing technologies and sustainable production solutions. The exhibition enables businesses to present their offerings and helps visitors identify solutions relevant to their operations. 

Health & Nutrition covers veterinary pharmaceuticals, veterinary medicine, vaccines, feed, feed ingredients, animal nutrition, genetics, breeding and hatchery. These areas support herd wellbeing and productivity, forming the foundation for efficient livestock production. 

Farming & Technology features farm equipment, smart farming systems, automation, digital technologies and environmental management solutions. These technologies help producers manage daily operations, optimise resource use and improve farm efficiency. 

Processing & Sustainability highlights meat processing, packaging, feed mill technologies, waste management and sustainable production solutions. These areas focus on processing livestock products and managing resources and by-products more responsibly. 

By bringing together solutions spanning animal health, nutrition, farm operations and processing, Vietstock 2026 offers a broad view of the technologies and services shaping modern livestock production. This integrated showcase enables industry stakeholders to explore developments across the production cycle, identify relevant solutions and connect with businesses addressing their evolving operational needs. 

 Beyond The Exhibition – Driving Year-Round Engagement for the Livestock Ecosystem 

Beyond the three-day exhibition, Vietstock fosters year-round collaborations across Vietnam’s livestock industry and the wider ASEAN region. By bringing industry stakeholders together to exchange knowledge, strengthen relationships and explore opportunities for collaboration, Vietstock supports a more connected and forward-looking livestock community before bringing the community together at SECC. 

Fostering Regional Industry Cooperation 

The ASEAN Livestock Associations Round Table is a key platform for regional collaboration, bringing together livestock associations from Vietnam, Indonesia, Myanmar, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia and Cambodia.  

Taking place on the morning of 22 October 2026 under the theme “Sustainable Livestock Farming – The Way Forward for ASEAN’s Livestock Industry”, the session will encourage dialogue on shared challenges, development priorities and opportunities for cooperation across ASEAN.  

By connecting industry associations across national borders, Vietstock helps strengthen relationships and facilitate the exchange of perspectives on the future of the region’s livestock sector. 

On-the-ground Industry Engagement 

Extending its footprint beyond the exhibition floor, Vietstock delivers year-round technical insights directly to key farming hubs. 

Three Livestock Roadshows connect local businesses and farming communities with experts and solution providers, while the Feed–Farm–Factory Tour (3F Tour) offers first-hand insights into production operations. 

Complementing these activities, Vietstock Talk features perspectives from industry professionals, linking technical knowledge and business experience with the practical needs of livestock production. 

Accelerating Business Networking & Partnerships 

Vietstock actively enhances trade matchmaking through the Hosted Buyer Programme, anticipating 100 key buyers from Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar, and Indonesia to gather at the exhibition. Parallel to this, the Match & Meet Programme supports targeted networking by arranging pre-scheduled meetings and providing a dedicated space for professional engagement at the event. 

Complementing these business connections, the Bus-in Programme aims to bring approximately 1,000 visitors from Cambodia and key livestock-producing areas, including Vinh Long, Tay Ninh, Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Nai, Dong Thap and Can Tho, with transportation support to facilitate their participation.  

Leadership Networking 

Creating opportunities for industry leaders to exchange perspectives and strengthen professional relationships is another important part of Vietstock’s industry engagement. 

Held ahead of the exhibition, Vietstock Golf Game brings together business leaders and decision-makers in an informal sporting environment, fostering meaningful dialogue and expanding networks across the sector. 

The Feed-Miller Meet-up, scheduled for the afternoon of 22 October 2026 and hosted by the Animal Husbandry Association of Vietnam (AHAV) and the Vietnam Feed Association (VFA), will gather approximately 30 leaders from animal feed manufacturing companies for focused industry exchange.  

Sustainability & Future Talent 

Raising awareness of sustainable livestock development and encouraging the next generation to engage with the industry are important elements of Vietstock’s broader commitment to the sector’s future. 

Sustainability Square highlights the importance of sustainable development across the industry, driving awareness and encouraging stakeholders to adopt more responsible production practices. 

Complementing this initiative, Vietstock Quest – a student competition designed to nurture future industry professionals, offers young talent a platform to expand their knowledge, showcase their capabilities, and engage with the broader livestock community. 

 Vietstock – A Platform for Livestock Knowledge & Innovation 

Knowledge exchange remains a central pillar of Vietstock 2026. Vietstock 2026 will feature approximately 80 conference topics, technical seminars and specialised sessions over the three exhibition days. The programme will cover policy and regulation, animal health, farm management, production technologies and sustainability, with contributions from government agencies, industry associations, technical experts and business representatives. 

Government-led Conferences: Advancing Policy, Safety and Competitiveness 

Policy development, regulatory efficiency and production standards all play an important role in shaping the future of Vietnam’s livestock industry. Addressing these priorities, the Department of Animal Health and Production will lead three conference sessions examining key issues across the entire supply chain. 

The development of a safe, environmentally responsible and competitive will be a key focus of the government-led programme. On 21 October 2026, the Department of Animal Health and Production, will host the conference “Building a Safe, Green and Sustainably Competitive Livestock Value Chain”, addressing priorities for the continued development of Vietnam’s livestock sector. 

The outlook for beef cattle production will take centre stage on the morning of 22 October 2026, with the session “Beef Cattle Production in Vietnam: Challenges and Development Prospects”. The discussion will shed light on challenges facing the sector and consider prospects for its future development. 

Beyond production, the regulatory environment is also important to the livestock industry’s business operations. In the afternoon of 22 October 2026, the Department of Animal Health and Production will hold a dialogue with livestock and animal health companies focused on “Administrative Reform – Simplification of Procedures”, creating an opportunity for businesses and the authorities to exchange views on administrative procedures and related industry concerns. 

Industry Association Conferences: Sharing Expertise and Practical Solutions 

Different livestock sectors face distinct challenges, from improving farm productivity and managing production costs to meeting evolving requirements for safety and sustainability. Through conferences led by industry associations, Vietstock 2026 will provide a platform for sector-specific discussions, drawing on the experience of organisations and professionals working directly with these issues. 

The challenges facing small and medium-scale livestock farms will be addressed at the Sustainable Livestock Conference: “Sustainable Livestock Farming – Challenges and Opportunities for Small and Medium-Scale Livestock Farms”, organised by the Animal Husbandry Association of Vietnam (AHAV) on 21 October 2026. The conference will examine issues affecting smaller-scale producers and the opportunities for more sustainable farm development. 

The Poultry Production Conference, organised by the Vietnam Poultry Association (VPA) on 21 October 2026, centered around “Safety – Optimisation – Digitalisation: Shaping the Future of Vietnam’s Poultry Industry”. The session will address how these priorities are influencing poultry production and the approaches available to producers. 

Circular agriculture will provide the central perspective for the Ruminant Production Conference, organised by the Vietnam Ruminant Husbandry Association (VINARUHA) on 23 October 2026 focusing on “Development of Ruminant Farming Towards Circular Agriculture”, the conference will focus on approaches to ruminant farming that align with the broader transition towards more circular production systems. 

Also on 23 October 2026, the Vietnam Farms and Agricultural Enterprises Association (VFAEA) will host the Farmer Exchange Talkshow: “Farm Smarter – Profit Longer”. With a focus on smarter farm management and long-term profitability, the talkshow will offer a setting for exchanging practical perspectives on improving farm performance and responding to changing business conditions. 

Specialised Forums: Connecting Innovation with Application 

Vietstock 2026 will feature specialised forums that address emerging industry priorities, specialised sessions will provide opportunities to explore focused topics in greater depth and consider how knowledge and innovation can be applied across the livestock value chain. 

The interconnectedness of animal health, human health, and the environment will take center stage at the One Health Forum on 22 October 2026, under the banner “One Health Solutions for Sustainable Livestock Production”. The forum highlights a coordinated framework to support more resilient farming systems, featuring discussions on biosecurity, disease prevention, responsible antibiotic use, food safety, and livestock management. 

Disease management remains another critical priority, particularly for pig production. On 21 October 2026, the Swine Disease Conference will address “ASF – Past, Present and Future”, address African Swine Fever (ASF), its implications for the sector and the continuing importance of disease management and biosecurity. The discussion will provide an opportunity to reflect on the challenges associated with ASF and the measures needed to protect pig production. 

Technology and practical knowledge in layer farming will be highlighted through the Eggcellent Talk on 21 and 22 October 2026. The programme will feature “Comprehensive Tech Solutions for Layer Farming” and a dedicated presentation on “Egg Knowledge”, offering visitors opportunities to engage with developments and knowledge relevant to the layer farming sector. 

Recognising the contributions of women to the livestock industry, “Women in Livestock: Leadership, Challenges & Inspiration” will take place on 22 October 2026. The talkshow will highlight professional experiences, leadership perspectives and challenges faced by women in the sector, while creating space for discussion about their evolving roles and opportunities in advancing the livestock industry. 

A standout highlight for attendees includes the series of Technical Seminars led by domain experts and business leaders. The seminar unveils actionable insights, innovative products, and farm-tested solutions designed to optimize livestock production and daily operations. 

Vietstock 2026’s conference programme will cover the livestock industry from multiple perspectives, from government policy and regulation to sector-specific production challenges, animal health, technology and farm management. Contributions from government agencies, industry associations, technical experts and company leaders will give participants a broader understanding of current industry priorities and approaches to livestock production. 

 

Vietstock 2026 – A Platform for Innovation, Business and Knowledge in the Livestock Industry 

With more than 300 brands, an expected 13,000 trade visitors from 40 countries and regions, and a wide range of business networking activities, industry programmes, conferences, technical seminars and specialised forums, Vietstock 2026 will bring together a comprehensive showcase of products, technologies and solutions across the livestock value chain. 

Under the theme “Shaping the future of livestock industry: Innovation – Green Transition – Competitiveness Enhancement”, Vietstock 2026 will provide an opportunity for businesses, government representatives, experts, livestock producers and stakeholders across the value chain to gain insights into industry trends, explore practical solutions, strengthen business connections and identify opportunities for cooperation. 

Vietstock 2026 will take place from 21–23 October 2026 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City, bringing together industry stakeholders from Vietnam and across the region to explore the technologies, solutions and ideas shaping the future of livestock. 

• Opening Ceremony: 09:00, 21 October 2026 

• Opening Hours: 09:00 – 17:00, 21-22/10/2026; 09:00 – 16:00: 23/10/2026 

• Conference & Exhibition Registration: https://ers-vn.informa-info.com/vs26