Registration is now open for the 31st FEFAC Congress, to be held in Bucharest, Romania, in May 2026. The event will bring together European feed and livestock stakeholders to discuss policy, innovation, and the future of the sector.
The 31st FEFAC Congress will take place on 20 May 2026 at the Hotel Intercontinental Athénée Palace in Bucharest, Romania, as part of a three-day programme organised in collaboration with ANFNC from 19 to 21 May. FEFAC, the European Feed Manufacturers’ Federation, has announced that registrations for the congress are now open.
- On 19 May, the programme begins with the 13th ANFNC Annual Conference “FEED & FORESIGHT 2026 – Vision and Innovation Driving the Future of the Sustainable Feed and Meat Industry in Europe”, bringing together Romanian and European feed sector representatives. Congress registration includes access to the ANFNC Conference, as well as the Welcome Reception and Festive Dinner in the evening, offering informal networking opportunities with policymakers, academic experts, and representatives from feed and livestock companies across Europe.
- On 20 May, the 31st FEFAC Congress will address the central theme: “European livestock sector – QUO VADIS? Outlook to EU livestock and feed production in the Circular Bioeconomy”. Participants will hear from EU policymakers, as well as decision makers from value chain partners and international experts on topics such as key market trends and trade developments, innovation in animal nutrition, and policy incentives for circular feeding practices. The conference takes place at a pivotal time for the European feed and livestock sectors, as the EU is expected to publish the first report on the long-term strategy of the livestock sector, calling for a more competitive, sustainable, and resilient food system. The keynote address for the first expert panel on Agricultural Markets and Trade will be delivered by Pierre Bascou, Deputy Director General of DG AGRI at the European Commission. Among the high-level keynote speakers and panellists, Elli Tsiforou, Secretary General, COPA COGECA, will join the first expert panel, and Koen van Dyck, Head of Unit, DG SANTE, will take part in the second panel on “How can feed additives support the transition to more sustainable livestock and aquaculture systems?”.
- On 21 May, delegates can choose between a field visit to Constanța Port, exploring logistics, grain trade flows, and innovations in quality assurance practices, kindly hosted by Cargill; or a half-day visit offered by Bunge to an oilseed crushing facility, providing insights into industrial processes and operational best practices in the feed supply chain.
BUILDING THE FUTURE OF EUROPE’S FEED INDUSTRY THROUGH PARTNERSHIP
“ANFNC Conference, ‘Feed & Foresight 2026’, captures exactly what our industry needs at this moment: innovation, collaboration, and vision to drive the sustainable transformation of Europe’s feed and meat sectors in a time of rapid change in trade relations, supply chains, and regulatory frameworks. In this context, as the European Union actively pursues simplification and administrative burden reduction through concrete legislative packages, while keeping sustainability, competitiveness, and compliance at the forefront, these developments will profoundly reshape our industry. The ANFNC Conference will provide an essential forum for bridging science, policy, and industry in building a resilient animal protein value chain for tomorrow,” said Iani Chihaia, ANFNC President.
He noted: “We are deeply honoured to co-host FEFAC’s Congress, one of the most important events for the European feed industry. This collaboration carries special significance for us as a country with a dynamically expanding feed and livestock sector, increasingly integrated into both the European and global protein economy. The two events will be held at the Athénée Palace Intercontinental Hotel, a timeless symbol of hospitality and refinement in Romania, with a welcome reception at the Romanian Athenaeum – a venue that reaffirms Europe’s cultural values and stands as a beacon of artistic excellence. I warmly invite all stakeholders, from feed manufacturers and livestock integrators to policymakers, researchers, and traders, to join ANFNC and FEFAC in Bucharest for the most exclusive and forward-looking feed industry event of 2026 in Europe. Together, we will identify the alliances and initiatives that will propel sustainable growth in the decade ahead.”
FEFAC PRESIDENT UNDERLINES STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE OF BUCHAREST CONGRESS
FEFAC President Pedro Cordero said: “In a time of evolving policy landscapes and global trade challenges, the European feed and livestock sector is committed to fostering innovation and sustainability to enhance competitiveness and resilience. I warmly invite all members and stakeholders engaged in trade, policy, and innovation to register for the upcoming FEFAC Congress in Bucharest. Together with ANFNC, we will explore critical topics including innovation in animal nutrition, policy incentives for circular bioeconomy practices, and the EU and trade developments shaping EU feed and livestock markets. This event offers a unique platform to collaborate on shaping the future of European livestock production. I extend my sincere thanks to ANFNC and its President, Iani Chihaia, for co-hosting this vital dialogue and partnership.”
