IDF World Dairy Summit 2026
The IDF World Dairy Summit is the International Dairy Federation's flagship annual gathering for the global dairy value chain. The 2026 edition takes place in Auckland, New Zealand, from 15 to 20 November 2026 at the New Zealand International Convention Centre.
According to the official host site, the programme features keynote speakers, expert panels, plenary sessions, technical symposia, specialty fora, and technical visits to farms, processing facilities, and research centres. The stated theme is Healthy People, Healthy Planet, Healthy Economies, with sessions covering dairy science and technology, sustainability, nutrition and public health, innovation, trade, and economic resilience. New Zealand is hosting the summit for the third time, following editions in 2001 and 2010.
Delegates typically include dairy farmers, processors, scientists and academics, policymakers, industry suppliers, and international organisations. Registration and further programme details are published on the official summit website.
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Auckland - New Zealand International Convention Centre, Auckland, New Zealand