Vietstock 2026 & The Department Of Animal Health And Production Conference
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”.
Knowledge exchange remains a central pillar of Vietstock. Consecutively on three exhibition days, Vietstock 2026 will feature approximately 80 conference topics, technical seminars, and specialised sessions providing in-depth knowledge and updates on the latest technological trends in the livestock industry.
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.
On the opening day of Vietstock 2026, the Department of Animal Health and Production will host the Livestock Value Chain Conference under the theme “Building a safe, green and sustainably competitive livestock value chain”. The conference will bring together government and leading experts to discuss strategic solutions aimed at stabilising supply and fostering sustainable livestock development.
| THEME: “BUILDING A SAFE, GREEN AND SUSTAINABLY COMPETITIVE LIVESTOCK VALUE CHAIN” | ||
| 21 October 2026 | Wednesday
Saigon Room | Hall A |
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| Time | Programme | Speakers |
| 13:30 – 13:40 | Opening remark | Leaders of Department of Animal Health and Production |
| 13:40 – 14:05 | Shaping Vietnam’s livestock industry in a new era: From Vision to Action | Mr. Pham Kim Dang
Deputy Director General Department of Animal Health and Production |
| 14:05 – 14:30 | Digital transformation in livestock and veterinary: Connecting data for better management | Representative from Science, Technology and Environment Division |
| 14:30 – 14:55 | Greenhouse gas emission reduction in Korea’s livestock sector: Current research and policy directions | Dr. Eun Joong Kim
Kyungpook National University (KNU), Korea |
| 14:55 – 15:20 | Pig farm management: New knowledge and insights | Assistant Professor Dr. Pariwat Poolperm, Director
Co., Ltd |
| 15:20 – 15:45 | Rapid on-site ASF Diagnostics: A practical solution for active surveillance and early warning | Representative from AMAVET., JSC |
| 15:45 – 16:10 | Same-day farm access: Practical solutions for maintaining biosecurity | Mr. Dang Xuan Dat
Deputy Director Gia Linh Service and Production Company Limited |
| 16:10 – 16:30 | Panel Discussion and Closing remark | Leaders of Department of Animal Health and Production; speakers |
***Programme is updated as of 02/10/2026.
With the topic “Beef Cattle Production in Vietnam: Challenges and Development Prospects” will take centre stage on 22 October 2026, the conference will shed light on challenges facing the sector and consider prospects for beef cattle production future development.
| THEME: “BEEF CATTLE PRODUCTION IN VIETNAM: CHALLENGES AND DEVELOPMENT PROSPECTS” | ||
| 22 October 2026 | Thursday
Saigon Room | Hall A |
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| Time | Programme | Speakers |
| 09:00 – 09:10 | Opening Remarks | Leaders of Department of Animal Health and Production |
| 09:10 – 09:45 | Status and development strategies for beef cattle production in Vietnam | Ms. Pham Thi Kim Dung
Head of Animal Breeding Division |
| 09:45 – 10:20 | Building the H’Mong cattle brand: Enhancing the value of Vietnam’s indigenous breed | Dr. Bui Huy Doanh
Deputy Dean of Faculty of Animal Science Vietnam National University of Agriculture |
| 10:20 – 10:55 | Unlocking the potential of fruit and vegetable processing by-products for cattle feed | Dr. Nguyen Thi Vinh
Deputy Dean of Faculty of Animal Science Vietnam National University of Agriculture |
| 10:55 – 11:30 | Temperate and tropical grasses and legumes: Potential for methane mitigation and improved fermentation in ruminant production | Dang Nhat Quang
Graduate Student University of Tasmania, Australia |
| 11:30 – 12:00 | Vaccines and global experience in preventing and controlling SAT1 foot-and-mouth disease | |
| 12:00 | Panel discussion and Closing remark | Leaders of Department of Animal Health and Production, speakers |
***Programme is updated as of 02/10/2026.
Beyond production, the regulatory environment is also important to the livestock industry’s business operations. Also on October 22, 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.
| DIALOGUE WITH LIVESTOCK & ANIMAL HEALTH COMPANIES
THEME: “ADMINISTRATIVE REFORM – SIMPLIFICATION OF PROCEDURES” |
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| 22 October 2026 | Thursday
Saigon Room | Hall A |
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| Time | Programme | Speakers |
| 13:30 – 13:40 | Opening Remarks | Leader of Department of Animal Health and Production |
| 13:40 – 14:10 | Transforming management and administration in livestock and animal health: From administrative reform to better services for people and businesses | Department Office |
| 14:10 – 14:40 | Updates on Regulations for Animal Feed and Veterinary Medicines Management | Division of Animal Feed and Veterinary Medicines |
| 14:40 – 15:50 | Dialogue With Livestock & Animal Health Companies | Leaders of Department of Animal Health and Production;
Division of Animal Feed and Veterinary Medicines |
| 15:50 – 16:00 | Closing Remark | Leader of Department of Animal Health and Production |
***Programme is updated as of 02/10/2026.
Vietstock 2026 – A Meeting Point to Connect and Discover the Future of the Livestock Industry
Vietstock Expo & Forum 2026 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.
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.
Join Vietstock 2026 to stay ahead of industry trends, connect with strategic partners, and drive sustainable growth in the livestock sector.
- Pre-registration: https://ers-vn.informa-info.com/vs26
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For more details, please contact:
- Exhibiting: Ms. Sophie Nguyen – [email protected]
- Group Delegation Support: Ms. Phuong – [email protected]
- Marcom Support: Ms. Anita Pham – [email protected]
