News Release

For Immediate Release

International Production & Processing Expo

Atlanta, Ga. - January 12, 2026


Contacts:
Victoria Broehm, 703.558.3579, vbroehm@afia.org, (AFIA)
Sarah Little, 202.587.4263, slittle@meatinstitute.org, (Meat Institute)
Hannah Keck, 678.514.1979, hkeck@uspoultry.org, (USPOULTRY)

90 TECHTalks Highlighting Industry Innovation and Advancements at 2026 IPPE

The International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) offers attendees access to the latest in protein and feed technology through exhibits and educational programming. TECHTalks are free, 20-minute technical presentations, offered each day at IPPE. For the 2026 IPPE, 90 presentations will be given in the TECHTalks theaters in the A-Hall at Booth A244, in the B-Hall at Booth B45011 and the C-Hall at Booth C14128.

The TECHTalks presentations will address many topics, including food safety, artificial intelligence, animal welfare, sustainability and feed production, among others. Each presentation will be led by an IPPE exhibitor who will share expertise and experience on the session topic. Attendees can stop by the complimentary TECHTalks education presentations from 10:30 a.m. – 4:20 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 9:30 a.m. – 4:20 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 28; and 9:30 a.m. – 12:50 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 29.

The TECHTalks presentation schedule can be viewed by clicking here and through the IPPE mobile app under the “Education” search. Stay up to date on the latest information, education programs and activities planned for IPPE by downloading the IPPE mobile app here.

The 2026 IPPE will have the largest trade show floor in show history with more than 665,000 square feet of exhibit space and 1,380+ exhibitors. IPPE is a collaboration of three trade shows – International Feed Expo, International Poultry Expo and International Meat Expo – representing the entire chain of protein production and processing. More information about IPPE, including registration details and lodging, is available at ippexpo.org.

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About IPPE
The International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) is a collaboration of three shows - International Feed Expo, International Meat Expo and the International Poultry Expo - representing the entire chain of protein production and processing. The event is sponsored by the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA), the Meat Institute and U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY).

About AFIA
Founded in 1909, the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA), based in Arlington, Va., is the world's largest organization devoted exclusively to representing the business, legislative and regulatory interests of the U.S. animal food industry and its suppliers. The organization's membership is comprised of more than 650 domestic and international companies that represent the total feed industry-manufacturers of commercial and integrated feed and pet food, ingredient suppliers, pharmaceutical companies, industry support and equipment manufacturers. AFIA members manufacture more than 75% of the feed and 70% of the non-grain ingredients used in the country. AFIA is also recognized as the leader on international industry developments and holds membership in the International Feed Industry Federation (IFIF).

About the Meat Institute
The Meat Institute represents the full community of people and companies who make the majority of meat American families rely on every day. The Meat Institute's hands-on regulatory and technical expertise, proactive advocacy, unique convening power, collaboration within and beyond animal agriculture, and sector-leading continuous improvement initiatives drive relationships and resources that ensure meat continues to be a vital, trusted pillar of healthy diets and thriving communities for generations to come. To learn more, visit MeatInstitute.org.

About USPOULTRY
U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) is the All Feather Association progressively serving its poultry and egg members through research, education, communications and technical services. Founded in 1947, USPOULTRY is based in Tucker, Georgia.

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