October brought a range of developments across the poultry industry, from new technology and product launches to partnerships, company changes and industry events. This month's business update also covers leadership appointments, awards and initiatives aimed at improving poultry health, farm management and sustainability. Here are some of the key stories covered by Poultry World.

Chore-Time launches whole-house control system for layer farms

Chore-Time has introduced its Catalyst OVO Control, a whole-house management system designed specifically for layer operations. It integrates ventilation, feeding, lighting, egg collection and manure belt monitoring, with features tailored to free-range and organic housing. The system also allows remote monitoring via the Chore-Tronics Mobile App and can be retrofitted to existing Chore-Tronics 2 and 3 controls.

Vostermans introduces new Multifan Venturon tunnel ventilation fan

Vostermans Ventilation has introduced the Multifan Venturon, a new 57-inch exhaust fan designed for tunnel ventilation in poultry and pig housing. Tested at BESS Labs, the fan combines high airflow, energy efficiency and durability. It is available in different versions, including a Vplus model that offers additional energy savings when used with a variable frequency drive.

DSM-Firmenich adds farm-level crop data to Sustell platform

dsm-firmenich Animal Nutrition & Health has expanded its Sustell environmental footprinting platform to allow users to incorporate their own farm-level crop production data into sustainability assessments. The new capability aims to improve the accuracy and transparency of environmental footprint calculations across the animal protein value chain and support FLAG and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) reporting requirements.

Phileo and PhageLab partner on poultry health solutions

Phileo by Lesaffre and PhageLab have formed a strategic partnership to develop bacteriophage-based solutions targeting poultry pathogens such as Salmonella and E. coli. The collaboration will initially focus on Latin America, with plans for global expansion, aiming to improve flock health, productivity and food safety while supporting more responsible antibiotic use.

Rotem continues under Speria with established product range

Agricultural technology brand Rotem is entering a new phase as part of Speria, while retaining its distinct identity and existing product range. Its climate control and farm management solutions serve poultry houses, pig farms and greenhouses. Rotem confirms there will be no changes to its products, including its Trio, Greenfield and AC2000 controllers. The move brings its decades of agricultural technology experience into Speria’s broader offering across the food supply chain.

World Nutrition Forum 2026 brings together over 600 delegates

More than 600 delegates gathered in Kuala Lumpur for dsm-firmenich Animal Nutrition & Health's 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.

Poultry India Expo 2026 expects over 550 exhibitors in Hyderabad

IPEMA–Poultry India has unveiled plans for the 18th Poultry India Expo 2026 at a media event in New Delhi. The exhibition will take place from 25–27 November at the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad, preceded by a Poultry Knowledge Day on 24 November. Organisers expect more than 550 exhibitors and 51,000 industry professionals from over 125 countries. The event will showcase developments in breeding, feed and nutrition, farm automation, ventilation, animal health and poultry processing.

Agrifirm brings animal nutrition expertise together under Nuscience brand

Royal Agrifirm Group is consolidating its specialist animal nutrition expertise under one global brand, Nuscience. The portfolio includes premixes, concentrates, farm minerals, young animal feeds, specialty feed ingredients and protein ingredients, alongside tools and services. The rollout will begin in EMEA, with Agrimprove and Earlyfeed incorporated into the portfolio and Hamlet Protein’s expertise more closely connected to the broader offering.

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 recognises Brazilian professor for contribution to poultry education

José Henrique Stringhini, a professor at the Federal University of Goiás in Brazil, has received the 2026 Novus International Teaching Award. Presented during the Poultry Science Association Latin American Scientific Conference in Paraná, the award recognises his contribution to poultry science education and student development. Stringhini has spent nearly 35 years at the university, teaching poultry nutrition and production, and has supervised more than 290 undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral students during his academic career.

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.

Novus strengthens teams in India and Vietnam

Novus has expanded its teams in India and Vietnam with 4 appointments in animal nutrition, technical services and sales. In India, Dr Neha Karmakar, Gopu Anil Reddy and Santu Nandy take up technical and sales roles. In Vietnam, Huy Tran Cong joins as executive sales manager, bringing experience from Biochem and Alltech. The appointments strengthen Novus' regional expertise and customer support across Asia.