Visitor numbers rise at 2026 Livestock Summit

The 2026 Livestock Summit in Cournon d’Auvergne attracted 139,000 visitors over four days, according to reports from Reussir. This represents an increase from the 120,000 visitors recorded at the previous year’s event.

International participation highlights the summit’s global reach

More than 6,500 international visitors from 100 countries attended the summit, which also featured around 1,814 exhibitors showcasing products and services related to the agricultural sector.

Event president reflects on challenges and success

Jacques Chazalet, president of the event, noted the return of all animals to the fair after a difficult 2025, when cattle were absent and the DNC caused confusion across the country. He emphasized the significance of the summit as a key meeting point for sustainable farming.

Parallel event draws attention to grazing and pastoralism

A new event called Pâture in Clermont-Ferrand attracted 25,000 people to explore grazing farming systems and pastoralism in the Massif Central region, highlighting growing interest in traditional and sustainable agricultural practices.

Future plans and competitions set for 2027

The 36th edition of the fair is scheduled to take place from October 5 to 8, 2027. It will include national competitions for Aubrac beef cattle and Prim’Holstein dairy cattle, continuing the tradition of showcasing top livestock breeds.

Innovations and equipment on display

Various new farming technologies were showcased, including low-profile spreaders, skid-steer loaders, a bale-carrying clamp, a forage-pushing robot, small manure spreaders, deep compaction equipment, high-capacity bins, and a forage platform with a swivel loading plate.

Summit highlights include breed-specific topics and international presence

Videos from the summit covered topics such as the Tarentaise breed's locomotion, solutions for forage shortages, and the benefits of the Jersey breed. RMH presented its Nexus feeding robot, and Chinese tractorists were also present at the event.