Livestock Philippines and Aquaculture Philippines 2024: Setting the Standard for Business Development and Sector Growth

This year, Livestock Philippines and Aquaculture Philippines, which emphasize innovation and technology to boost the agricultural economy, especially the livestock and aquaculture industries, will be held again at Informa Markets in the Philippines. Now in its yearly cycle, the events are prepared to present technology and cutting-edge product displays from top industry exhibitors, as well as a platform for exchanging knowledge through a number of industry forums and conferences that will connect attendees with technology providers and emerging markets. It was a great privilege to acquire new ideas and information about our agricultural sector, as it plays a huge role in our economic industry. In the forum, they emphasize the massive effect of using technological advancement in the widespread innovation of our livestock and aquaculture industries. They also provided significant mind-enriching programs that will cultivate in them more profound ideas about livestock and aquaculture. Technology is indeed a great tool to help develop things right now, including our agricultural system, and it will enrich the minds of those interested in starting this livestock and aquaculture business.

This year’s Livestock Philippines and Aquaculture Philippines editions’ theme, “Harnessing Innovation and Technology for Sustainable Farm Development,” may act as a catalyst for the advancement of these two agricultural industries. These events, which place a strong emphasis on innovation and technology, have the power to establish these industries as important forces behind rural development and job creation while also demonstrating a dedication to environmentally friendly methods.

“Unlocking the vast potential of the Philippine livestock and aquaculture subsectors can be achieved by enabling the stakeholders and actors to gain access to the latest in technologies and markets, among many others. And this is one of the primary objectives of the annual Livestock Philippines and Aquaculture Philippines trade show – to make it a knowledge-sharing platform,” said Ms. Rungphech Chitanuwat, the Country General Manager of Informa Markets in the Philippines.

The Department of Agriculture, in its capacity as the key government partner of Livestock Philippines and Aquaculture Philippines, reaffirms its commitment to the shows in presenting technological advancements to local farmers and fisherfolk to improve their agricultural production and make it more profitable. Aligned with the Department of Agriculture’s mandate of “Masaganang Agrikultura, Maunlad na Ekonomiya,” these events play a vital role as a strategic avenue for fostering partnerships between the public and private sectors and providing them with technological resources for the advancement and modernization of agriculture in the Philippines.

The three-day event offers a significant opportunity for stakeholders, industry professionals, farmers, business owners, and buyers within the Philippine livestock and aquaculture sectors to deepen their knowledge of technological advancements and market trends. Some of the important areas such as safeguarding farms through secure biosecurity, animal health, sustainable swine and poultry production, aquaculture trends and outlook will be discussed in in-depth details. Apart from the exhibition, participants can engage in various programs that are free of charge such as the following:

• Technical Seminars – Exhibitors provide in-depth technical discussions tailored for the livestock and aquaculture market.
• Livestock Conference – Agencies within the Department of Agriculture, including the Bureau of Animal Industry, National Dairy Authority, Philippine Carabao Center, Agricultural Training Institute, and National Meat Inspection, cover relevant topics in the agricultural sector.
• Aquaculture Conference (May 23, 2024) – A dedicated conference focusing on the aquaculture sector brings together industry professionals to share knowledge, discuss critical aquaculture topics, exchange expertise, and explore innovative industry solutions.
• Biosecurity Asia Forum (May 23, 2024) – An exclusive forum dedicated to discussing biosecurity practices, government policies, and other biosecurity strategies and approaches to different sectors featuring speakers from Thailand, Singapore, and the Philippines
• Sustainability Forum (May 24, 2024) – This forum aims to raise awareness of sustainability, particularly focusing on sustainable approaches in the livestock, poultry, ruminant, and aquaculture sectors. The events’ sustainability partners, Prestige Paper Products and Central Luzon State University are featured to host their respective panel discussion that drives the campaign towards sustainability.
• ASEAN Associations Roundtable – An expert dialogue on swine and layer sectors between invited associations from various countries like Malaysia, Myanmar, Cambodia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines.

Ms. Chitanuwat said that the staging of the abovementioned conferences and forums demonstrates the strong commitment of Informa Markets and the Department of Agriculture to make Livestock Philippines and Aquaculture Philippines 2024 very relevant to the two sectors, which face numerous challenges but have vast potential including ensuring food security for the entire nation, generating jobs, and creating more viable investment avenues.

Livestock Philippines is set to host again the Livestock Philippines Recognition. This recognition aims to acknowledge companies, associations, cooperatives, and organizations that have significantly contributed to the advancement of the livestock and aquaculture industries in their own simple ways. These entities are recognized for their conscientious efforts in fostering growth and creating livelihood opportunities within the community.

Moreover, within the exhibition hall, there are educational attractions that are open to visitors at no cost. These include the Eggcellent Corner, presented by the Batangas Egg Producers Cooperative, showcasing the Philippine Egg Roadmap, and highlighting the various advantages of eggs. Additionally, the Sustainability Square aims to promote awareness of sustainability practices and their positive impact on the livestock and aquaculture industries.

The Department of Agriculture will host a livestock conference in addition to showcasing ten agencies at a pavilion, including the Philippine Carabao Center, the International Training Center on Pig Husbandry, the Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards, the National Livestock Program, the Bureau of Animal Industry, the National Meat Inspection, the National Dairy Authority, and the Agricultural Training Institute.The Land Bank of the Philippines and the Council for Agriculture and Fisheries will provide guests with help and direction on a range of industry-related issues.

“Livestock Philippines and Aquaculture Philippines 2024, for their support of the Department of Agriculture, as it clearly shows their commitment to enhancing to make the two sub sectors competitive and sustainable,” Ms. Chitanuwat stated.

From May 22 to 24, 2024, the Livestock Philippines and Aquaculture Philippines 2024 will take place at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. Free entry is available for the activities, which provide easy access to the exhibition and a range of seminars spread over three days. Attendees with a keen interest in the event include local farmers, trade buyers, veterinarians, and animal health professionals. Through this link: https://ers-th.informa-info.com/lsp24, visitors can access the pre-registration process, which has been further optimized to offer a seamless registration experience.