EuroTier and EnergyDecentral return to Hanover in 2026
Trade fairs to run 10–13 November with focus on livestock systems
28 April 2026
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By: EuroTier 2026, a major international trade fair for livestock production, will take place alongside EnergyDecentral from 10 to 13 November 2026 in Hanover, Germany. The ticket shop is now open.
The combined events will cover around 220,000 square metres and are expected to host more than 2,100 exhibitors and organisations from over 50 countries. Exhibitors will present technologies and systems for livestock farming, with a focus on efficiency, sustainability and animal welfare across dairy and beef cattle, pigs, poultry, sheep, goats and horses.
The programme also includes the Inhouse Farming – Feed & Food Show, which highlights developments in areas such as aquaculture and alternative proteins.
Organisers say the 2026 edition will include several new formats, including the EuroTier Milky Way, where dairy-related technologies will be presented across multiple halls. Other additions include DLG-VetCon, a new networking and training event for veterinarians working with large animals, and the Innovation Boulevard, showcasing selected entries from the EuroTier and EnergyDecentral innovation awards.
Ticket sales for EuroTier 2026 are now open. One-day tickets cost €33 online or €42 at the gate. A four-day pass is priced at €78 online or €99 on site. Tickets are valid for entry from 10 to 13 November.
DLG Spotlights – live demonstrations and special exhibits
Under the guiding theme “Intelligence in animal farming”, exhibitors will demonstrate how innovative approaches and strategies can further improve efficiency, sustainability and animal welfare, both at their stands and within the DLG Spotlights:
Spotlight TopTierTreff (Hall 11):
The central meeting place for national and international breeders. Leading breeding companies and organizations present current breeding strategies with a space dedicated to dialogue, knowledge transfer and innovation in dairy and beef cattle breeding. Animals will remain at the exhibitors’ stands and be shown via video on a panoramic screen instead of being led onto a stage as previously.
Spotlight Forage Production (Hall 12):
As part of a curated special exhibition, exhibitors show what smart farming means in forage production and how feed quality can be positively influenced from cutting through to silage. The program is complemented by the new Forage Days on 12 and 13 November. As part of the DLG Spotlight “Forage Production”, the DLG Expert Stage Cattle will focus specifically on needs‑based ruminant feeding.
Spotlight Barn Robot Event (Hall 13):
This year, registered milking technology manufacturers will present the latest robotic solutions for automated milking. The focus will be on conversion solutions from conventional parlors to robots, new building concepts and milking in large herds.
Spotlight Emission Reduction in Pig and Poultry Farming (Hall 17):
How can animal husbandry and environmental protection be reconciled? Participating exhibitors will showcase innovative processes and technologies for reducing emissions from pig and poultry farming. Experts will present solutions that relieve environmental pressure, promote animal health and maintain farm profitability.
Spotlight Innovation Boulevard (Hall 21):
For the first time, exhibitors will have the opportunity to present innovations in the EuroTier and EnergyDecentral Award scheme to visitors in a central location.
Spotlight “DLG Solar Initiative + On‑farm Energy” (EnergyDecentral, Hall 25):
This spotlight demonstrates how agricultural businesses can become key pillars of regional energy supply through agrivoltaics, battery storage and biogas. The focus is on integration into existing infrastructure and identifying new business opportunities and greater energy self‑sufficiency.
Spotlight Inhouse Farming: Circular Economy (Hall 24):
A central theme is the production of alternative proteins with a focus on agricultural circularity. Through selected exhibits and targeted information, the spotlight offers compact, in‑depth insights into technologies and concepts for new protein production systems.
Expert Stages – topic‑focused hubs
EuroTier 2026 will once again feature several Expert Stages:
- DLG Expert Stage Cattle (Hall 12) – breeding, feeding strategies, animal health, climate protection, sustainability, market and marketing perspectives
- DLG Expert Stage Pig (Hall 17) – linking animal welfare, feeding and emission reduction with profitability and social acceptance
- DLG Expert Stage Poultry (Hall 17) – production systems, animal welfare, hygiene, nutrition, emissions and market developments
- DLG Expert Stage Barn Robot Event (Hall 13) – presentations and technical contributions complementing the Barn Robot Event
- DLG Expert Stage “Intelligence in animal farming” (DLG stand, Hall 13) – ideas that make intelligent farming a reality
- DLG Studio Stage (DLG stand, Hall 13) – compact, interactive formats on key agricultural topics and personal development
- DLG Expert Stage EnergyDecentral (Hall 25) – daily discussions on biogas, photovoltaics, energy storage, wood energy, combined heat and power and carbon farming
- DLG Expert Stage Inhouse Farming (Hall 24) – the future of alternative proteins, indoor production and sustainable agri‑systems
DLG Expert Stage Biosecurity / Feed Safety (Hall 21) – hygiene concepts, feed quality and new management and prevention technologies.
Networking & events
EuroTier serves as a platform for flagship events in the international livestock sector, bringing farmers, agri‑business representatives and experts together for networking and professional exchange. In cooperation with partner organizations, numerous conferences and evening events are planned, including the International Cattle & Pig Event, the International Poultry Conference, the International Poultry Event, DLG‑VetCon 2026, the Young Professionals Day and the International Farmers Day.
The program is complemented by the Science Campus, agri‑food start‑ups and the Female Agri Fellows Networking Event.
Award‑winning innovations – inspiring people
As the world’s leading trade fair for livestock professionals, EuroTier is the international platform for pioneering innovations and concepts. The DLG presents leading international awards:
- Two awards: Innovation Award EuroTier and EnergyDecentrail – recognizing practical livestock technology and renewable energy innovations
- Animal Welfare Award – honouring products and services that significantly improve animal welfare and health
- Women in Ag Award – recognizing inspiring women from agriculture, agribusiness, education, research and development
- DLG Agri Influencer Award – awarded to outstanding YouTubers, TikTokers and Facebook and Instagram creators
