Minister of Environment inaugurated Middle East Poultry Expo and Witnesses Signing of 27 Agreements Worth More Than SAR 2.5 Billion, Honors Industry Excellence Award Winners

His Excellency Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Eng. Abdulrahman bin Abdulmohsen Al-Fadley today inaugurated the fifth edition of the Middle East Poultry Expo 2026, held at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center under the theme “Innovate Today… Produce Tomorrow.” The event brings together representatives of government entities, the private sector, investors, and poultry industry specialists, with the participation of more than 400 exhibiting companies and organizations from 45 countries worldwide.

During the opening ceremony, His Excellency witnessed the signing of 27 agreements, with a total investment value of SAR 2,574,641,300. The agreements aim to develop the poultry sector, enhance production efficiency, strengthen supply chains, expand investment partnerships, and support food security in the Kingdom.

During his tour of the exhibition halls, His Excellency reviewed the latest technologies and solutions in poultry farming and production, feed manufacturing, animal health, processing, and packaging. He also received briefings on how these technologies contribute to improving product quality and enhancing the efficiency of production operations.

His Excellency also honored the companies that received the Poultry Industry Excellence Awards, which cover several categories and were presented for the first time in the poultry sector. These include the Lifetime Achievement Award – “Pioneers,” the Leadership in Biosecurity for Safe Poultry Production Award, the Excellence in Social Responsibility and Collaborative Work Award, the Production and Manufacturing Excellence Award, and the Influential International Partner in the Poultry Industry Award.

Through its participation in the exhibition, the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture is showcasing its key initiatives and efforts to develop the poultry sector, empower producers and investors, and encourage the adoption of modern technologies and sustainable practices. The Ministry is also highlighting the services and programs supporting the sector’s growth.

The exhibition, which continues until 6 October, features specialized halls bringing together companies and organizations involved across the various stages of the poultry industry. It provides visitors with an opportunity to explore products, technologies, and services, connect with local and international solution providers and experts, and explore opportunities for cooperation and investment.

The event forms part of ongoing efforts to support the development of the poultry industry in the Kingdom, strengthen integration between government entities and the private sector, and facilitate the exchange of knowledge and expertise. These efforts contribute to increasing domestic production and enhancing the competitiveness of the sector.

The Middle East Poultry Expo also serves as a specialized international platform bringing together investors, producers, suppliers, industry experts, and global companies under one roof. It connects international businesses with the Saudi and regional markets, providing participants with an opportunity to learn about industry developments and market needs, explore investment and commercial opportunities, and establish strategic partnerships.

The fifth edition of the exhibition comes at a time when the poultry sector in the Kingdom is experiencing continued development and growth, supported by the strong backing the sector receives from the Saudi leadership and by the efforts led by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture in cooperation with the private sector.

These efforts focus on boosting investment, improving production efficiency, and developing supply chains, thereby contributing to food security and the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.