EuroTier in Hannover
EuroTier is the world’s leading trade fair for animal husbandry. It takes place in Hannover, is organised by DLG and returns every two years, in November. For a poultry farmer it’s the place where you see housing systems, feeding, ventilation, hatchery tech and robotics in one spot — and compare them in the flesh.
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EuroTier is the world’s leading trade fair for animal husbandry and livestock production. It is held at the Messe Hannover grounds in Hannover, Germany, and is organised by DLG, the German Agricultural Society (Deutsche Landwirtschafts-Gesellschaft). The event returns every two years, usually in November, and gathers exhibitors and farmers from all over the world. For the poultry sector it’s one of the most important dates in the calendar.
What does EuroTier offer a poultry farmer?
EuroTier has a separate, large section devoted to poultry. Manufacturers show housing systems there — cage, aviary and floor (cage-free) — as well as feeding and drinking systems, ventilation with climate computers, hatchery technology, manure and egg handling, robotics and lighting. It’s a chance to compare solutions from different makers in one place, talk to manufacturers and see what’s new before you decide on an investment in your own house.
What you’ll see at EuroTier for poultry
EuroTier is an overview of equipment for the whole of livestock production, but the poultry section is big enough that a poultry farmer can easily fill a full day of walking the halls with it.
The world’s largest event of its kind
EuroTier is regarded as the world’s largest event devoted to equipment for animal husbandry. It is held in Hannover, organised by DLG, and returns every two years, in November. The scale means that under one roof you meet exhibitors from all over the world — from large corporations to smaller, specialised firms.
A large poultry hall
Poultry has a clearly set-aside, large section of the exhibition at EuroTier. This is where the technology for laying hens, broilers and hatching is concentrated, so you don’t have to hunt for solutions scattered across the whole fair. For a poultry farmer it’s the key part of the visit.
Housing systems
Manufacturers show poultry housing systems: cage, aviary and floor, that is cage-free. You can compare the structures, access to feed and water, egg collection and the conditions for the birds in the flesh, not just from a catalogue. That helps you judge what suits your building and the scale of your flock.
Feeding, drinking, ventilation and climate
At the fair you’ll see feeding and drinking systems and ventilation with climate computers that control the temperature and humidity in the house. This equipment feeds straight into bird welfare and production results, so it’s worth comparing several manufacturers before you pick a solution for yourself.
Hatchery, manure, eggs and robotics
EuroTier also shows hatchery technology, manure and egg handling and, increasingly, robotics and automation — from robots moving across the litter to egg-grading lines. On top of that comes lighting tailored to the needs of poultry. It’s an overview of where the whole sector is heading.
The EuroTier Innovation Award
The fair is accompanied by the EuroTier Innovation Award, which highlights new machinery and solutions. It’s a handy shortcut to what counts as a noteworthy novelty in a given season. Many global equipment makers premiere their products right here.
EuroTier step by step for a poultry farmer
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Check the date and location
EuroTier is held in Hannover, at the Messe Hannover grounds, every two years, in November. Start by confirming the exact date of a given edition on the official fair website, because it’s a biennial event and does not return every year. With a firm date you can plan your travel and accommodation more easily.
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Decide what you’re looking for
Before you go, write down what you really want to see: a new housing system, better ventilation, hatching technology or egg-collection automation. A clear list of goals means you won’t get lost between the halls at a huge fair and will come back with specifics, not just an armful of leaflets.
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Plan your route through the poultry hall
Poultry has a set-aside, large section at EuroTier. Choose the exhibitors you want to visit in advance and lay out a route that fits the time you have. At this scale of fair it’s worth mapping the day by the hour, especially if you plan talks with manufacturers.
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Compare solutions in the flesh
Make use of the fact that kit from different makers stands side by side. Look at the structures, ask about access to feed and water, egg collection, energy use and service. Note the answers at each stand, because after a few hours the details blur — and it’s exactly those that decide a good choice.
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Watch for award-winning novelties
Look into the solutions highlighted by the EuroTier Innovation Award and the premieres announced by manufacturers. It’s a quick way to see where poultry technology is heading. But don’t buy a novelty for novelty’s sake — check that it fits your house and your scale.
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Turn your findings into farm decisions
Once back, sort out your notes and turn them into concrete decisions: what is worth testing, what to ask the supplier about, what investment to plan. The most is gained from a fair by whoever writes the conclusions down and ties them to real plans for their flock and house equipment.
Frequently asked questions about EuroTier
What is EuroTier and who organises it?add
EuroTier is the world’s leading trade fair for animal husbandry. It is held in Hannover, at the Messe Hannover grounds, and is organised by DLG, the German Agricultural Society. It’s an event of global reach, drawing exhibitors and farmers from many countries.
How often and when is EuroTier held?add
EuroTier is a biennial event, meaning it returns every two years, usually in November. It is not held every year, so it’s best to confirm the exact date of a given edition on the official fair website before you plan your trip.
What does EuroTier offer a poultry farmer?add
Poultry has a separate, large section of the exhibition at EuroTier. You’ll see housing systems (cage, aviary and floor), feeding and drinking systems, ventilation with climate computers, hatchery technology, manure and egg handling, robotics and lighting. It’s a chance to compare solutions from many manufacturers in one place.
Are new products shown at EuroTier?add
Yes, many global equipment makers premiere their products at EuroTier, and new machinery and solutions are highlighted by the EuroTier Innovation Award. It’s a good reference point for seeing what counts as a noteworthy novelty in a given season — though each is worth judging against your own farm.
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