Accelerating Livestock Innovation for Growth and Impact

The Animal AgTech Innovation Summit returns to Texas on April 8-9, 2026, this year taking place in the vibrant city of Fort Worth. As the premier global meeting place for leaders in livestock agriculture, the summit will ignite critical conversations across the poultry, swine, dairy, and beef sectors, with a focus on how technology is driving long-term economic growth and environmental resilience.

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In an era marked by rising global demand for animal protein and persistent challenges in animal health and disease management, the summit will unite a powerful cross-section of the industry: producers, feed and nutrition companies, animal health and genetics innovators, retailers, policymakers, academic institutions, start-ups, and investors. Discussions will explore cutting-edge research in animal health and the microbiome, uncover high-value investment opportunities, and spotlight breakthrough technologies poised to transform livestock farming at scale.

With over 500 senior executives in attendance, the summit offers a dynamic mix of expert panels, interactive roundtables, focused breakout sessions, start-up showcases, curated networking, and 1:1 meetings. It’s the high-impact platform for forging strategic partnerships, sharing knowledge, and unlocking the full potential of livestock agriculture on the global stage.

 

Who Joined Us in 2025

Are you ready to meet your next business target or invested partner? See the influential list of livestock producers, start-ups, and investment funds who helped connect the value chain in Dallas this year:

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Meet the 2026 Advisory Board

Our Advisory Board includes senior executives from leading companies in food, ingredients, and investment. They ensure our agenda tackles real industry challenges and creates genuine value for attendees.

 

Key Themes

Next-Gen Health and Biosecurity

Unlocking market growth with smarter diagnostics, vaccines and digital surveillance tools.

Revolutionizing Gut Health

Harnessing microbiome-targeted solutions to improve feed efficiency and animal health challenges.

Scaling Startups and Securing ROI

Connecting investors and funding strategies to accelerate high-growth innovation.

Genomics and Advanced Breeding

Boosting disease resistance, production efficiency and transparency to strengthen consumer trust.

Precision Livestock Farming

Using AI, robotics and real-time data to reduce labour costs and scale operational efficiency.

Monetizing Resilient Practices

Transforming methane reduction and regenerative practices into new revenue and long-term resilience.

Artificial Intelligence in Livestock Farming

Powering preventative care and R&D breakthroughs with AI-driven insights.

Supply Chain Resiliency

Innovating farm-to-fork logistics to reduce waste and boost profitability.

Redefining Protein Value

Capitalizing on consumer demand for ethical, transparent, and protein-dense brands.