Poultry Asia 2026, held from 22 to 24 September 2026 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCL), concluded successfully, bringing together poultry producers, processors, technology providers, animal health specialists, feed and nutrition companies, government agencies, associations, buyers and industry professionals from Malaysia and across the region.
Organised by JeDerns Events Management, Poultry Asia 2026 served as an industry platform for business networking, technology exchange, knowledge sharing and regional collaboration across the poultry value chain.
The Official Opening Ceremony was held on 22 September 2026 at Tun Razak Hall 4, Level 4, WTCL, with YB Datuk Chan Foong Hin, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, attending as the Guest of Honour.
The ceremony was also graced by representatives from Poultry Asia’s key supporting partners and industry organisations, including the Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB), Department of Veterinary Services Malaysia (DVS), World’s Poultry Science Association – Malaysia Branch (WPSA Malaysia Branch), Animal Husbandry Association of Vietnam (AHAV), and Malaysian Animal Health and Nutrition Industries Association (MAHNA).
Additional supporting organisations included the Agrovet Research & Development Foundation, Veterinary Association of India (VAI), Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), and Malaysian Veterinary Medical Association (MAVMA), reflecting strong local and international collaboration across the poultry, livestock, veterinary and agri-food sectors.
The event also featured participation and support from industry organisations, government-related agencies and international partners, reflecting the growing importance of collaboration in strengthening poultry production, food security, animal health, sustainability and technology adoption.
Asian Poultry Industry Excellence Awards 2026
A major highlight of the opening ceremony was the Asian Poultry Industry Excellence Awards 2026 (APEA 2026), recognising companies and individuals for their achievements and contributions to the poultry sector.
Award recipients included leading organisations from Malaysia and the region, with recognition across categories such as poultry industry excellence, leadership, food safety, sustainable farming, processing, product quality, innovation and agribusiness.
Among the Malaysian companies and individuals recognised were CAB Cakaran Corporation Berhad, Charoen Pokphand Foods Malaysia, Harumi Brands Sdn Bhd, Leong Hup International Berhad, QL Resources Berhad, Tyson Foods Malaysia, Dato’ Dr. Tee Ah Kiat, and Prof. Dato’ Dr. Zulkifli Idrus, FASc.
The international award recipients included leading companies from across the region, namely San Miguel Foods, Mong Reththy Group, and Japfa, highlighting the strong international participation and regional significance of the awards.
The awards aimed to highlight organisations and individuals whose work continues to contribute towards the advancement of the poultry industry in Asia.
International Buyers and Industry Delegations
Poultry Asia 2026 welcomed buyers, delegations and industry representatives from multiple international markets, creating opportunities for exhibitors to establish new business relationships and explore regional trade opportunities.
The exhibition featured companies involved in areas including:
- Poultry farming and production
- Processing and slaughtering technology
- Feed and animal nutrition
- Veterinary products and animal health
- Farm automation and equipment
- Breeding and hatchery technology
- Food safety and biosecurity
- Packaging and processing solutions
- Sustainability and waste-management technologies
Running concurrently with Poultry Asia 2026 were the WPSA Science Conference and a dedicated Technical Seminar jointly featuring the Department of Veterinary Services Malaysia (DVS) and the Federation of Livestock Farmers’ Associations of Malaysia (FLFAM). These programmes provided visitors, delegates and industry professionals with access to technical presentations, scientific discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions covering current developments, technologies, research findings and key challenges affecting the poultry and livestock sectors.
Strengthening Malaysia’s Role as a Regional Poultry Industry Platform
According to the organisers, Poultry Asia is designed not only as an exhibition but also as a platform connecting government, industry, science and international markets.
Michelle Ha, Project Director of Poultry Asia 2026, said:
“Poultry Asia is about bringing the entire industry together. We want producers, technology providers, government agencies, researchers and buyers to meet in one place, exchange ideas and create real business opportunities. With participation from Malaysia and overseas, we hope Poultry Asia will continue developing into an important regional platform for the poultry industry.”
The organisers also expected the exhibition to provide Malaysian companies with greater exposure to overseas buyers while giving international companies an opportunity to explore Malaysia and the wider Southeast Asian poultry market.
Industry professionals, producers, buyers, distributors, government representatives and other stakeholders were invited to visit the exhibition throughout the three-day event.
