October brought a range of developments across the dairy industry, from new products and technology to acquisitions, sustainability initiatives and leadership changes. This month's business update also looks at upcoming industry events, investments in agricultural innovation and new initiatives to support dairy farmers. Here are some of the key stories covered by Dairy Global.

Cargill supports interactive dairy nutrition exhibits in US

McCarty Family Farms, MVP Dairy and Cargill have opened interactive dairy nutrition exhibits at learning centres in Kansas and Ohio, US. The exhibits use games and farm simulations to teach students and families how animal nutrition, science and technology support cow health, milk production and dairy farm performance. The two learning centres have welcomed more than 100,000 visitors, both in person and virtually, from all 50 US states and more than 75 countries.

Barenbrug launches 2027 grass seed guide

UK grass seed breeder Barenbrug will launch its 2027 Barforage Product Guide at AgriScot on 18 November in Edinburgh. The guide features the company’s grass varieties and seed mixtures, including new options for livestock systems across the UK and Ireland. It also offers advice on reseeding, multi-species mixtures and selecting grass, brassicas, legumes and herbs to improve forage productivity and drought resilience. Farmers can collect a copy at stand 129 in the Highland Hall or visit Barenbrug’s website.

OlsAro raises €5m to develop climate-resilient cereal varieties

Swedish AgTech company OlsAro has raised €5 million in seed funding to develop climate-resilient cereal genetics and bring its first salt-tolerant wheat variety to market. Led by Industrifonden and Nordic Foodtech VC, the investment will support international field trials, further development of its SeedAX platform and new research into drought tolerance and nitrogen-use efficiency. OlsAro's wheat has shown yield increases of up to 41% compared with a moderately salt-tolerant variety under saline conditions in Bangladesh.

NUQO holds first international summit in Poland

Feed additive company NUQO held its first international technical and business summit in Poland in October 2026, bringing together teams from 8 countries. Discussions covered product developments, R&D projects, commercial strategies and future growth plans. Delegates also visited the company's Polish production site to see recent investments and expanded capacity.

Sveaverken wins EuroTier 2026 silver medal for manure-cleaning robot

Sveaverken’s Glide Flo has received a silver medal in the EuroTier 2026 Innovation Awards. The autonomous cleaning robot uses 3D LiDAR mapping and navigation to clean slatted-floor alleys, with minimal floor modifications. It also improves obstacle detection and reduces daily manual cleaning work. Sveaverken will demonstrate the technology at EuroTier 2026 in Hanover, Hall 13, stand F42, from 10–13 November.

Alltech to host 2026 Dairy Summit at Lambeau Field

Alltech will host its annual Dairy Summit from 16–17 December 2026 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA. The free event will bring together dairy industry professionals to discuss topics including farm management, calf health, feeding strategies, artificial intelligence and the future of dairy farming. The programme includes farm tours, technical sessions and presentations by industry experts. Registration is available at Alltech Dairy Summit.

Livestock Malaysia 2027 to take place in Kuala Lumpur

The 12th edition of Livestock Malaysia, an international trade show for the feed, livestock and meat industries, will take place from 10–12 August 2027 in Kuala Lumpur. Organised by Informa Markets, the event will showcase innovations in animal feed, livestock production and meat processing, while providing opportunities for industry stakeholders to network and explore business opportunities. MEREBO will coordinate the Europe, America and Australia Pavilion for international exhibitors.

World Nutrition Forum 2026 brings together over 600 delegates

More than 600 delegates gathered in Kuala Lumpur for dsm-firmenich's Animal Nutrition & Health World Nutrition Forum 2026. Under the theme “NextGEN”, discussions focused on science, innovation, digital technologies and sustainability in animal production. The event also highlighted the company's future brands, Noviwest and Panavora, and awarded Ghent University's Professor Gunther Antonissen the NextGEN Award for his contributions to poultry health research.

Novus CEO Dan Meagher receives 2026 International Visionary Award

Novus president and CEO Dan Meagher has received the 2026 International Visionary Award from Saint Louis University's Boeing Institute of International Business. The award recognises his international business leadership and contributions to the global agricultural and feed industries. Meagher has led NOVUS since 2019 and also serves as board chair of the Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER).

Novus expands C.O.W.S. programme into Europe

Novus is expanding its dairy services in Europe with the appointment of Moyna Bierma as C.O.W.S. Programme lead and Dairy Sales Manager for the Benelux region, the UK and Ireland. She will introduce the company's science-based dairy farm assessment programme, which evaluates cow comfort, behaviour, housing and management practices to support herd health, welfare and farm performance. Bierma previously held positions at Lely International and Rovecom.