Middle East Poultry Expo 2026 (MEP Expo)
The Middle East Poultry Expo 2026 (MEP Expo) is recognized as the leading platform for professionals in the poultry and egg production industries across the Gulf region, the Middle East, and Africa. The fifth edition of the exhibition will be held in Riyadh across an area of 20,000 square meters, bringing together more than 300 exhibitors from over 40 countries. This makes it the premier destination for poultry producers, slaughterhouses, feed manufacturers, and suppliers of equipment and veterinary solutions.
Why Is Saudi Arabia’s Poultry Sector So Important?
Saudi Arabia is working toward achieving 80% self-sufficiency in poultry production by 2025–2026 as part of the food security objectives under Vision 2030. Saudi consumers maintain high annual demand for white meat products, creating strong market demand for modern poultry farming solutions, environmental control systems for poultry houses, automated feeding technologies, hatchery systems, and automated slaughterhouse equipment. MEP Expo addresses these demands by bringing together every part of the poultry value chain in one place.
Date & Venue
The exhibition will take place from June 28 to 30, 2026, at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, providing a professional environment for welcoming industry specialists and investors. Riyadh’s strategic location also offers easy accessibility from all regions of Saudi Arabia and neighboring Gulf countries.
Main Featured Sectors & Solutions
- Poultry farming equipment and production housing systems
- Environmental control, ventilation, and heating solutions
- Feeding technologies, water systems, and specialized feed solutions
- Modern hatcheries and incubation technologies
- Automated slaughterhouses and meat processing equipment
- Vaccines, veterinary medicines, and animal health solutions
- Packaging, refrigeration, and supply chain solutions
Target Audience
The exhibition targets poultry farm owners, livestock investors, slaughterhouse and feed factory managers, veterinarians, technical consultants, and food security officials from government entities. It also offers strong opportunities for regional distributors seeking exclusive agencies for veterinary products and new production equipment within Gulf and Arab markets.
Associated Scientific Conference
The exhibition is accompanied by a specialized scientific conference featuring global experts in poultry farming, avian diseases, production management, and sustainability in the poultry industry. Sessions discuss the latest research on feed conversion optimization, mortality reduction, waste management, and the impact of climate changes on poultry production across the region.
Investment Opportunities in Saudi Arabia’s Poultry Sector
The Saudi government provides a wide range of incentives for investors in livestock production, including soft loans, subsidized industrial land, and import facilitation for equipment and breeding stock. The exhibition highlights these opportunities through direct advisory sessions with organizations such as the Agricultural Development Fund and the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, helping new investors understand the regulatory and financing landscape.
Register Now to Visit the Exhibition
Registration is free for professional visitors from the industry. The exhibition’s official website allows visitors to explore the complete exhibitor directory, schedule B2B meetings in advance, and access scientific conference sessions. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with leading players in the poultry industry during three intensive days of exhibitions, partnerships, and business opportunities.