2023 IPPE Statement Regarding ASF (for exhibitor’s manual Expresso dashboard, rules & regulations, and exhibitor newsletters)

The continued outbreaks of African swine fever (ASF) are of great concern to our industries. Higher levels of biosecurity will be in place during IPPE to prevent the introduction or spread of this virus and potentially other harmful diseases into our industries. We are asking all international travelers to remain free from contact with pigs and other livestock or poultry for a minimum of 5 days before visiting the IPPE in January. Additionally, IPPE encourages all visitors to take advantage of the biosecurity measures that will be used around the convention center during the 2023 IPPE, including foot cleaning mats and hand washing dispensers.

Research has found that the ASF virus can survive in some feed ingredients if contaminated. For that reason, IPPE will prohibit the distribution of any bulk or packaged samples of feed ingredients or additives. If you would like to display a feed ingredients or feed additives, it must be in a sealed container and we request you follow the recommended holding times and temperatures . All display samples must be taken with you at the end of the Expo and may not be given away to any individual.