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Knowledge Day 2026

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Flagship Conference by IPEMA · 24 November 2026 · HICC, Novotel, Hyderabad · 10+ Expert Speakers
Conference Brief

A day for the brightest minds in poultry science.

Knowledge Day is Poultry India's flagship technical conference — a single, intense day of research, debate, and decision-making, held the day before the Expo opens.

The room brings together researchers, veterinarians, nutritionists, farm-management experts, and technology innovators. The format alternates expert lectures with structured panel discussions and interactive Q&A — covering breeding, nutrition, disease management, farm automation, and sustainability.

Designed for professionals who want to stay ahead of the curve and make informed decisions that improve productivity, profitability, and sustainability across the value chain.

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Speakers

Conference Topics — Knowledge Day 2025

Industry leaders, scientists, and innovators from the 17th edition at HICC Novotel, Hyderabad.

Mr Tarun Shridhar

Mr Tarun Shridhar

Former Secretary DAHD & Director General, ICFA

New Delhi, India

Thematic Address
Mr Sunil Kataria

Mr Sunil Kataria

Managing Director

Godrej Agrovet Limited, Mumbai

Keynote Address
Prof. Dr Suresh Mittal

Prof. Dr Suresh Mittal

Professor

Purdue University, USA

Role of vaccines in controlling High Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)
Mr Sanjay Panigrahi

Mr Sanjay Panigrahi

Independent Director In Board and Advisory Boards

Mumbai

Unlocking the potential of Rural Market for Eggs
Ms Marisabel Caballero

Ms Marisabel Caballero

Category Manager for Monogastrics

Hamlet Proteins, Denmark

Advances in Poultry Early Nutrition — Protein & Digestive Dynamics
Mr O P Singh

Mr O P Singh

MD, Huvepharma SEA · MD, Advanced Bio-Agro Tech Ltd. · Director, Noral NBPL India Pvt. Ltd

India

Energizing the Collective Wisdom & Rescripting Industry's DNA
Mr Ricardo R. Guerra

Mr Ricardo R. Guerra

Ventilation Consultant

Cargill, Brazil

Outlook of Environmental Control (EC) Housing in India
Mr Deepak Pareek

Mr Deepak Pareek

Founder – HnyB Tech-Incubations Pvt. Ltd.

Ahmedabad

Outlook of Genetically Modified Corn & Soybean Meal for India
Mr Ravikant Banka

Mr Ravikant Banka

Managing Director and Founder of Eggfirst Advertising Agency

Mumbai

Unlocking the Potential of Rural Market for Broiler Chicken
Lt Gen Kanwal Jeet Singh Dhillon

Lt Gen Kanwal Jeet Singh Dhillon

Param Vishist Seva Medal, Uttam Yudh Seva Medal, Yudh Seva Medal, Vishist Seva Medal

India

Motivational Address

Speaker lineup for Knowledge Day 2026 will be announced soon. Stay tuned.

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Provisional Agenda

Knowledge Day 2025

A look back at the 17th edition schedule — the 2026 agenda will follow a similar two-session structure.

01 Session — Morning

  1. 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Inauguration Session — Ganesh Vandana, Welcome Address
  2. 10:30 AM – 10:45 AM Mr Tarun Shridhar — Former Secretary DAHD & Director General, ICFA, New Delhi. Thematic Address
  3. 10:45 AM – 11:15 AM Mr Sunil Kataria — Managing Director, Godrej Agrovet Limited. Keynote Address
  4. 11:15 AM – 11:45 AM Professor Dr Suresh Mittal — Purdue University, USA. Role of vaccines in controlling High Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)
  5. 11:45 AM – 12:15 PM Mr Sanjay Panigrahi — Consultant. Unlocking the potential of Rural market for Eggs
  6. 12:15 PM – 12:45 PM Ms Marisabel Caballero — Category Manager of Monogastrics, Hamlet Proteins, Denmark. Advances in poultry early nutrition — focus on protein & digestive dynamics
  7. 12:45 PM – 1:30 PM Panel Discussion
  8. 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Lunch Break

02 Session — Afternoon & Evening

  1. 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM Mr O P Singh — Managing Director, Huvepharma SEA. Energizing the collective wisdom & rescripting industry's DNA
  2. 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Mr Ricardo R. Guerra — Global Poultry Ventilation Consultant, Cargill. Outlook of Environmental Control (EC) housing in India
  3. 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM Mr Deepak Pareek — Founder, HnyB Tech Incubations Private Limited. Outlook of Genetically Modified Corn & Soybean meal for India
  4. 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM Mr Ravikant Banka — Managing Director & Founder, Eggfirst Advertising. Unlocking the potential of Rural market for Broiler Chicken
  5. 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM Q&A Session
  6. 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM Poultry India Expo Inauguration Ceremony
  7. 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM Lieutenant General K J S Dhillon — Motivational Speaker
  8. 6:15 PM – 6:30 PM Vote of Thanks & Lucky Draw
  9. 7:30 PM – 8:00 PM Legends Award 2025
  10. 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM Social Event & Networking Dinner
Knowledge Day 2026

Three Outcomes. One Day.

What you leave with from the 18th Edition, in three words.

Poultry Knowledge Day past event

  1. Inspired

    Top industry experts motivate and engage — pushing you toward your business goals.

  2. Enlightened

    International speakers broaden perspectives across the global poultry value chain.

  3. Transformed

    Strategies and best practices to transform your organization — long after the session ends.

What Happens Here

A Dynamic Networking Platform for the Poultry Community

Knowledge Day unites the poultry community, establishing a dynamic networking platform for the exchange of experiences and cutting-edge research findings in all areas of poultry technology innovation and advancements. This forum offers exceptional value to a diverse audience, including students, academics, and industry researchers.

We extend a warm invitation to industry veterans to engage with over 2,000 delegates — poultry farmers, farm managers, poultry health and hygiene experts, and feed associates from India and beyond — including Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Iran, Myanmar, China, Indonesia, Singapore, Turkey, Ukraine, Netherlands, Germany, Spain, and many more.

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of this vibrant and enriching gathering.

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Conference Highlights

Empower Your Team

Nine reasons your team belongs in the room at the 18th Edition.

  1. 01

    A Full Day of Live Sessions

    Interactive technical seminars and panel discussions from morning through evening.

  2. 02

    Expert Speakers

    Esteemed industry voices on cutting-edge poultry topics.

  3. 03

    Q&A & Panels

    Engaging Q&A discussions and live panel debates with the audience.

  4. 04

    Networking

    Connect with farm owners, distributors, and decision-makers from 80+ countries.

  5. 05

    Motivational Talks

    Inspirational keynotes designed to fuel your team's drive and ambition.

  6. 06

    Session Recordings

    Exclusive post-conference access so nothing important slips by.

  7. 07

    Lunch & High Tea

    Sumptuous catered breaks throughout the day to keep conversations flowing.

  8. 08

    Evening Networking Dinner

    Forge meaningful connections at the closing dinner beyond the conference floor.

  9. 09

    Bonus: 3-Day Expo Pass

    Bonus

    Complimentary entry to all three days of Poultry India 2026 — your delegate badge is enough.

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Testimonials

Delegates Sharing Their Experience

Voices from past Knowledge Day attendees.

Delegate Testimonial — Knowledge Day

Delegate Testimonial — Knowledge Day

Delegate Testimonial — Knowledge Day

Delegate Testimonial — Knowledge Day

Delegate Testimonial — Knowledge Day

94%

Delegates were highly satisfied with the overall topics and speaker presentations.

86%

Delegates committed to implement the valuable suggestions shared by our esteemed speakers.

92%

Attendees eagerly anticipate returning to our technical conference in the future.

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