The International Poultry, Aquaculture, Animal Feed and Dairy Expo (IPAAF 2025) concluded its maiden edition on a resoundingly successful note at the Adlux International Convention Centre, Angamaly. Held over three days from May 9th to 11th, the B2B expo featured 120 exhibitors and drew thousands of business visitors, industry leaders, and experts from across India.
The event was supported by prominent associations including CLFMA of India, BCC, PFRC, KVASU, MSME, CMFRI, PFI, and MRDF.
Inauguration Ceremony:
The Expo was virtually inaugurated by Hon’ble Minister Smt. J. Chinchu Rani, Minister for Animal Husbandry & Dairy Development, Government of Kerala. The formal ceremony was graced by the Lighting of the Lamp of Illuminating Excellence and attended by Prof. (Dr.) Anil K.S, Vice Chancellor, KVASU, Mr. Divya Kumar Gulati, Chairman, CLFMA of India, Mr. Ramkutty, Treasurer, CLFMA of India, Mr. Davis, MD, Thomson Group, Mr. T.S. Pramod, MD, Farm India Chicken, Mr. C. Saravanan, JMD, Swathi Hatcheries, Mr. Jaison John, CLFMA Management Committee Member, Mr. Sivakumar, Consultant, Feed Tech Engineering, Mr. Vivekanandhan, Director, Midaas Touch Events and Trade Fairs LLP.
“A different beginning — this kind of private initiative is rare and welcome in Kerala.”
— Prof. (Dr.) Anil K.S
“A good attempt, Vivek. Keep it up. You have CLFMA’s full support.”
— Mr. Divya Kumar Gulati
“More than 100 stalls — for a first-time show, that’s not a joke in Kerala… Proud to admire and appreciate the effort.”
— Mr. Ramkutty
“This milestone was made achievable thanks to the belief and support of industry leaders.”
— Mr. Vivekanandhan, Director, Midaas Touch Events
Seminar Sessions – Knowledge-Rich and Industry-Focused
A Two-Day Technical Seminar on May 9 & 10 brought together renowned speakers from poultry, aquaculture, feed, and dairy industries:
- Dr. P. Elango – National Commercial Manager – Aviagen India Poultry Breeding Company Pvt Ltd – Topic: Broiler Market Trend and Developments
- Dr. Grinson George – Director – Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CMFRI) – Topic: Climate Smart Marine Fisheries and Mariculture for a Viksit Bharat.
- Mr. C. Saravanan – JMD, Swathi Hatcheries – Member of Broiler Coordination Committee & Poultry Farmers Regulatory Committee, South Zone President – CLFMA OF INDIA, Association of Livestock Industry – Topic: Chicken & Human Nutrition.
- Mr. Saji Thomas – Director – Lahs Green India Ltd. – Topic: Poultry Waste | Hatchery waste | Litter waste.
- Mr. Jaison John – CLFMA Management Committee Member – Topic: Feed Ingredients – Sourcing from an Economic Perspective.
- Dr. Able P. Varghese – Deputy Manager (Vet. Extension) KSE Limited – Topic: Raising Healthy Heifers: Strategies for Optimal Growth, Reproduction, and Production.
- Dr. Lipi Sairiwal – Deputy Commissioner – Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying Govt. of India. – Topic: Enhancing Livestock Production & Productivity: Initiatives of Govt. of India.
- Dr. R. Narahari – Project Consultant – Meat & Poultry, NH ProPOWER Consultancy Services – Topic: Poultry Processing in India: Balancing Profit & Planet.
- Mr. V. Sivakumar – Consultant – Feed Tech Engineering & Mr. M. Kanagaraj – Consultant – Feed Milling & Process Improvement – Topic: Current Trends in the Animal Feed Industry.
The sessions saw active engagement from farm owners, entrepreneurs, researchers, and technocrats.
Participation & Industry Footprint:
The vibrant exhibition floor featured cutting-edge innovations, live product demos, and B2B networking. Notable exhibitors included Shanthi Feeds, RGS Feeds, Roots Poultry, KPF Chicken, Bali Groups, Biosint Nutraceuticals, Asian Poultry Equipments, Paradise Packaging, Megalo, Suprenviro, Bezalel, Schmelzer, JustFence, KSE Limited, Neospark, Lark Engineering, Newgen Bioscience, Grand Master, Milma, and many others.
Visitor Footfall & Feedback:
IPAAF 2025 witnessed high footfall from across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Gujarat. The expo attracted poultry farmers, feed manufacturers, aquaculture professionals, veterinary experts, distributors, and decision-makers from the animal protein industry.
Looking Ahead:
With the grand success of its debut edition, IPAAF Expo has cemented its status as a benchmark B2B platform for the poultry, aquaculture, feed, and dairy sectors in South India. The organizers are already planning an expanded edition with international participation, larger venue space, and stronger industry collaborations. For More Information visit www.ipaaf.in or mail at ipaaf@midaastouch.in.