Dear Esteemed Members, Associates, and Poultry Professionals,
September 2026 was a month of strong industry representation, meaningful collaboration and collective engagement for IPEMA–Poultry India. From advocating a unified voice at a national livestock feed symposium and strengthening connections at PFI’s 37th AGM to reviewing our association’s progress at the 19th Annual General Meeting, our focus remained on advancing the Indian poultry ecosystem and preparing for the 18th Poultry India Expo 2026.
Industry Engagement during the Month of September
IPEMA–Poultry India Calls for a Unified Industry Voice at CLFMA’s 67th National Symposium
IPEMA–Poultry India participated in the 67th National Symposium of the Compound Livestock Feed Manufacturers Association (CLFMA) of India, held at The Leela, Mumbai. The two-day symposium, themed “Animal Agriculture – The Backbone of Sustainable Development,” brought together policymakers, industry leaders and national associations to deliberate on feed security, productivity, farmer resilience, innovation, international trade and coordinated policy action.
One Nation, One Voice
A key highlight was the “One Nation, One Voice” panel discussion on Day 2, moderated by Mr. Mrityunjay Jha, Commodity Editor & Anchor, Zee Business. The panel brought together leaders from CLFMA, PFI, IPEMA–Poultry India, West Bengal Poultry Federation, Society of Aquaculture Professionals and the Broiler Co-ordination Committee.
Participating in the discussion, Shri Uday Singh Bayas, President, IPEMA–Poultry India, emphasised that the poultry and wider animal agriculture sectors can make stronger progress when associations and stakeholders work together with a unified voice and shared vision. He highlighted the collective ecosystem of farmers, equipment manufacturers, feed producers, veterinarians, scientists, policymakers, processors and allied industries, and the value of coordinated representation in policy engagement.
The symposium also addressed domestic feed security, competing demand for maize and soybean, productivity, veterinary capacity, research, farmer resilience, international trade, technology adoption, Artificial Intelligence and global food security. The discussions reinforced the importance of stronger collaboration across the animal agriculture value chain.
One Industry. One Vision. One Voice.
IPEMA–Poultry India Strengthens Industry Collaboration at PFI’s 37th AGM in Kochi
IPEMA–Poultry India proudly supported and participated in the 37th Annual General Meeting of the Poultry Federation of India (PFI), held at Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty. The two-day gathering brought together leading voices from India’s poultry fraternity for knowledge exchange, industry dialogue, networking and collaboration on the growth and long-term development of the sector.
The AGM featured policy sessions, expert addresses and discussions on bird health and nutrition, farm technology, feed security, India-made vaccines and waste-to-wealth. The launch of Mission Protein India and its mascot was another significant highlight. The event was graced by Shri Mahipal Dhanda, Hon’ble Minister of Education, Government of Haryana, as Chief Guest, along with distinguished representatives from government, NAFED, ICAR, industry and allied organisations.
Strengthening Industry Connect
The IPEMA–Poultry India corner served as a vibrant networking space for interactions with poultry leaders, stakeholders, associations and professionals. Shri Uday Singh Bayas, President, IPEMA–Poultry India, engaged with industry leaders and dignitaries, sharing the association’s initiatives towards strengthening technology, innovation and industry collaboration. Shri Mahipal Dhanda also visited the IPEMA–Poultry India corner and interacted with the team.
In his address, Shri Bayas highlighted poultry’s contribution to nutrition security, rural employment and the availability of high-quality animal protein. He drew attention to strategic challenges including feed costs, maize and soybean dependency, disease, antimicrobial resistance, climate stress and sustainability, and called for stronger coordination among Government, States, ICAR, NABARD, NAFED and industry.
Advancing Technology & Self-Reliance
Reaffirming IPEMA’s role, Shri Bayas emphasised homegrown innovation, higher standards and technology adoption across poultry equipment, housing, automation and agri-tech. He underlined the importance of connecting technology, equipment, genetics, nutrition, health and policy to help Indian manufacturers innovate, compete and expand into global markets.
The AGM also featured a panel discussion on “Beyond Maize and Soy – Alternative Feed Ingredients for Efficient and Cost-Effective Poultry Production.” The two-day event, attended by 950+ participants and supported by 111 sponsoring companies, concluded with a renewed commitment to a stronger, sustainable and globally competitive Indian poultry sector.
IPEMA–Poultry India Successfully Concludes Its 19th Annual General Meeting
The Indian Poultry Equipment Manufacturers Association (IPEMA)–Poultry India successfully concluded its 19th Annual General Meeting, bringing together association members, industry representatives and key stakeholders to review progress, strengthen collective engagement and chart the way forward for the Indian poultry equipment industry.
The AGM reflected the association’s continued commitment to unity, progress, transparency and a shared vision. Members discussed the association’s activities, future priorities and opportunities to strengthen the domestic poultry equipment manufacturing sector, while reaffirming the importance of collaboration, knowledge exchange, networking and business growth.
The meeting was attended by Mr. Uday Singh Bayas, President; Mr. Anil Dhumal, Former Founding President; Mr. M. Srikanth, Treasurer; and Mr. R. Natarajan, Secretary, along with members representing poultry equipment manufacturers and allied businesses. Participation included 33 physical attendees and 6 online participants, recording 39 attendees from member organisations. Association support staff and service representatives also joined the proceedings.
Building Momentum for the 18th Poultry India Expo 2026
With the 18th Poultry India Expo 2026 approaching, the AGM reinforced IPEMA–Poultry India’s commitment to delivering a bigger, better and more impactful edition of its flagship annual event. The Expo will bring together poultry industry stakeholders, equipment manufacturers, technology providers, entrepreneurs and international participants to explore innovations, strengthen business connections and advance the sector.
Across September’s engagements—from national-level dialogue and collaboration among industry associations to member consultations and organisational review—IPEMA–Poultry India continued to work towards stronger representation, greater self-reliance and a more connected, future-ready poultry industry.
Looking Ahead: 18th Poultry India Expo 2026
Continuing this spirit of collaboration and industry advancement, IPEMA–Poultry India warmly invites the entire poultry fraternity, allied industries, technology providers, policymakers, experts and stakeholders to the 18th edition of Poultry India Expo 2026—the world’s largest poultry expo.
Under the theme “One Nation, One Expo,” the event will bring the global poultry industry together in Hyderabad for a powerful platform for networking, knowledge exchange, business development, technology discovery and global partnerships.
- Poultry Knowledge Day: 24 November 2026
- Exhibition Dates: 25–27 November 2026
- Venue: HITEX Exhibition Centre, Hyderabad
The 18th edition is expected to bring together 550+ exhibitors and 51,000+ industry professionals from over 120 countries. I look forward to welcoming you to Hyderabad as we connect, collaborate, discover new technologies and shape the future of Indian poultry.
See you at the 18th Poultry India Expo 2026!
Warm regards,
Uday Singh Bayas
President
IPEMA–Poultry India