Alltech ONE Ideas Conference

Bjarne Hald Olsen – From Sea to Land: The Evolution of Aquaculture

Growing fish and shrimp on land? It’s not just a reality — it’s the future of aquaculture. Discover the potential of land-based farming and how it meets the growing needs of the aquaculture industry, and learn more about where fish and shrimp farming is headed, especially when it comes to land-based recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) farms.

Henry Gordon-Smith – The Future of Urban Regenerative Agriculture

If you think of farming as something that only takes place in spacious country fields, think again. With the growing popularity of vertical farming and urban regenerative agriculture, food production is sure to look much different in the future than it does now. Find out how regenerative farming practices, vertical farming and greenhouses are empowering suburban farmers to produce more while reducing their use of natural resources.

Jim Wolf – A Breed Apart: Building the Ultimate Equestrian Experience

Dedicated to providing great sport and good fun in a family-friendly environment, the World Equestrian Center (WEC) offers exhibitors an experience built on three core values: quality, class and distinction. Fresh off of the debut of the WEC’s new location in Ocala, Florida, Jim Wolf, director of strategic initiatives at the WEC and president of Wolf Sports Group, shares more in this session about what this unique venue has to offer, from world-class equestrian competition to unparalleled shopping and amenities, as well as equestrian-inspired country-club living.

Jon Hoek – Smart Barns: Improving Pig Production with Better Tech

How is pig production transforming in the digital age? Learn how remote monitoring, machine learning and other tech trends are enhancing pig welfare and performance.

Yu Ping – High-Rise Piggeries: The Future of Production

China has been raising the bar in pig production with multi-story farms that cultivate sky-high performance. Could “hog hotels” be the future of production? Are they a sustainable alternative to traditional breeding farms? Join us for a discussion about the possibilities of building upward.

Stefan Hartung – Photo Finish: Marketing to Equine Consumers

There’s no denying that marketing matters. Is your marketing strategy on track to meet — or better yet, exceed — your customers’ expectations? Learn how small changes can add up to big wins in the competitive equine market.

Marissa King – The Science Behind Our Strongest Relationships

People often attribute the ability to connect with others to an intangible personality trait that you are either born with — or not. New research in the field of social science, however, is proving that theory wrong. Join us as we learn how neuroscience, psychology and analytics can help “decode” the patterns of our relationships to build a more meaningful and productive network.

Sara Place – Better Beef, Healthier Planet

How are farmers beefing up their efforts to care for people, animals and the environment? Join us as we uncover the true story of sustainable beef production, including the most impressive successes, opportunities for improvement and where the industry is headed.

Alayne Blickle – Going Green: Sustainable Equine Management

Whether you’ve got one horse or 100 horses, chances are your farm management practices could be more sustainable. If you’ve been wondering how you might take a more environmentally conscious approach, then this is one presentation you won’t want to miss! Alayne Blickle is the creator and director of Horses for Clean Water, an award-winning, internationally acclaimed environmental education program for horse owners. Alayne will cover simple solutions, like putting native plants to work on your farm to serve as rain gardens, dust barriers, pollinator hedgerows, summer shade and more. She will also discuss how beneficial wildlife can be put to work for us by helping provide natural pest control. You will also learn about eco-friendly ways to manage odors and conserve water, as well as some quick tips for manure and pasture management.

Dr. Saheed Salami – Higher Milk Production, Lower Carbon Footprint

Improving milk production doesn’t have to come at the cost of sustainability. How can changing your feed strategy improve milk production and lower your carbon footprint? Join us as we explore the feed technologies that can have a positive impact on your profitability and the global protein supply.