The organization of the IPPE 2021 (Production & Processing Expo) has decided not to hold this event in person in Atlanta next year, as has been done before. It has been decided, after long technical discussions, to prioritize the health and safety of all participants, they say in an October 2020 statement. The situation derives from the current Covid-19 pandemic that affects the entire planet, especially the country. American.

However, the organizers have decided to launch a virtual version of the IPPE 2021 to support the market for products and information of the poultry industries dedicated to the production of eggs, meat, and feed. For this, from January 4 audience and exhibitors will have access to industry publications that are normally offered during the IPPE. In addition to that, between January 25 and 29, 2021, the International IPPE Marketplace Week will be held.

Additionally, at this virtual IPPE, approximately 30,000 former IPPE attendees and prospects will be able to connect directly with exhibitors and satisfy their interests by product category. Individuals will be able to contact specific exhibitors and send inquiry emails.

This IPPE 2021 will also virtually offer the following activities:

• Career programs for college students
• Link with the Leaders of Tomorrow Program
• Free and paid educational seminars and workshops
• TECHTalks
• Innovation station / Exhibition of new products

The organization says that it expects all its guests and exhibitors for the IPPE 2022 in person, which will take place from January 25 to 27 in Atlanta, Georgia.

What is the IPPE?

The International Production and Processing Exhibition (IPPE) is simultaneously composed of three events:

1. International Food Expo
2. The International Meat Exhibition
3. International Poultry Exhibition

They all represent the entire protein production and processing chain.

IPPE is sponsored by the American Food Industry Association (AFIA), the North American Meat Institute (NAMI), and the American Poultry and Egg Association (USPOULTRY).

What is AFIA?

Founded in 1909, the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA), based in Arlington, Virginia, is the world’s largest organization exclusively dedicated to representing the business, legislative, and regulatory interests of the US animal feed industry.

The organization’s membership is comprised of nearly 700 national and international companies representing the entire feed industry: commercial and integrated pet food and feed manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, pharmaceutical companies, equipment manufacturers, and supporters of the industry.

AFIA members manufacture more than 75% of the food and 70% of the non-whole ingredients used in the country. AFIA is also recognized as a leader in international industry developments and is a member of the International Federation of the Feed Industry (IFIF).

What is the USPOULTRY?

U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) is the Association that brings together poultry and egg producers through research, education, communications, and technical services. It was founded in 1947. USPOULTRY is based in Tucker, Georgia.

To learn more about this event, check its website: https://www.ippexpo.org/