About MENA Dairy Congress
MENA Dairy Congress is a leading international platform that brings together dairy industry professionals from across the Middle East, North Africa, and beyond. Formerly known as the Dairy Olympics, this annual event has been reimagined to reflect the region’s dynamic growth, evolving market demands, and increasing global relevance. Held in one of the world’s fastest-growing dairy markets, the Congress offers a unique opportunity for dialogue, innovation, and collaboration among producers, processors, scientists, investors, government representatives, and solution providers.
What to Expect:
Mission:
To strengthen the dairy sector in the MENA region by fostering innovation, knowledge exchange, and international cooperation.
Whether you are looking to expand your business, explore partnerships, or simply stay ahead of industry trends, the MENA Dairy Congress is where the future of dairy in the region takes shape.
What to Expect:
- Strategic panels and expert discussions on global dairy trends, food security, sustainability, and regional market development
- Interactive sessions and case studies from leading farms, cooperatives, and industry innovators
- Exhibition space for companies to showcase cutting-edge technologies, equipment, and services
- Networking opportunities with key decision-makers and thought leaders
Mission:
To strengthen the dairy sector in the MENA region by fostering innovation, knowledge exchange, and international cooperation.
Whether you are looking to expand your business, explore partnerships, or simply stay ahead of industry trends, the MENA Dairy Congress is where the future of dairy in the region takes shape.
⚡ The minimum price is valid until September 1! Hurry to register at a discounted rate
⚡ The minimum price is valid until September 1! Hurry to register at a discounted rate
Welcome to MENA Dairy Congress 2026
MENA Dairy Congress is the region’s key annual event for dairy professionals. It brings together producers, processors, equipment suppliers, experts, and investors to explore current challenges, breakthrough innovations, and the future of the dairy sector.
Join the MENA Dairy Congress — where the future of the regional dairy industry takes shape.
Join the MENA Dairy Congress — where the future of the regional dairy industry takes shape.
↓ our official partners ↓
↓ Speakers’ & Participants’ Feedback ↓
Raziq Kakar
Senior product manager, Alwathba Camel Farm
Senior product manager, Alwathba Camel Farm
Laurence Rycken
Director General, IDF
Director General, IDF
Dr.Ahmed Eltigani
CEO of Al Rawabi
CEO of Al Rawabi
Milana Boskovic
Marketing Director, Al Ain Farms Group
Marketing Director, Al Ain Farms Group
↓ OUR 2025 sponsors ↓
📍 Why Al Ain?
The MENA Dairy Congress will take place in Al Ain, UAE — a strategically important city located between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, at the heart of the country’s agricultural and dairy production.
Known as the "Garden City" of the UAE, Al Ain plays a central role in the region’s food security agenda, serving as a hub for research, innovation, and sustainable farming. It is home to many of the country’s leading dairy farms and processing facilities, making it the ideal location to bring together industry leaders for meaningful dialogue and on-the-ground learning.
By gathering in Al Ain, participants will gain first-hand insight into the region’s agricultural development, visit local farms and enterprises, and connect with key players shaping the future of dairy in the MENA region.
Known as the "Garden City" of the UAE, Al Ain plays a central role in the region’s food security agenda, serving as a hub for research, innovation, and sustainable farming. It is home to many of the country’s leading dairy farms and processing facilities, making it the ideal location to bring together industry leaders for meaningful dialogue and on-the-ground learning.
By gathering in Al Ain, participants will gain first-hand insight into the region’s agricultural development, visit local farms and enterprises, and connect with key players shaping the future of dairy in the MENA region.
↓ Programm 2026 ↓
Mikhail Mishchenko
CEO of Dairy Intelligence Agency, Publisher of The DairyNews, Spain
New Challenges on the global dairy market, The New Role of MENA Countries in the Development of the Global Dairy Industry
Gilles Froment
President of International Dairy Federation (FIL-IDF) (Canada)
The global dairy industry and the challenges of the second quarter of the 21st century. The future transformation of the global dairy sector
Habiba Al Mar’ashi
President and CEO of Arabia CSR Network (ACSRN) (UAE)
Climate-Resilient Dairy Systems: The UAE Vision for Sustainable Food Production in the MENA Region
H.E. Dr. Mohammed Salman Al Hammadi, Ph.D.
Assistant Undersecretary for Food Diversity Sector, Ministry of Climate Change & Environment (UAE)
Climate-Resilient Dairy Systems: The UAE Vision for Sustainable Food Production in the MENA Region
Christophe Lafougere
Managing Director at GIRA (France)
Global Dairy Demand in Transformation: Scenarios, Risks, and Opportunities for MENA by 2030
Bobby Krishna
Senior Food Safety Specialist at Dubai Municipality (UAE)
Digital Food Safety & Traceability: How Dubai Food Watch Sets New Standards for the Dairy Industry in the MENA Region
Sonia Baldi
Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), UAE
Building a Future-Proof Regulatory Framework for Dairy in the MENA Region
Sergei Kiselev
Head of R&D, Food technology of Al Ain Farms (UAE)
Nutrition profile improvment - futile dream or a pressing necessity
Simon Miller, PhD
Government Regulatory Research and Impact Analysis Specialist at Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (UAE)
Front-of-Pack Nutrition Labelling (FOPNL) for Dairy Products: Lessons from Nutri-Score and Implications for GCC Regulatory Frameworks
Ahmed AlKhazraji
Executive Director, Healthy Living Abu Dhabi at Department of Health Abu Dhabi (UAE)
Healthy Living Ecosystems: Building Collaborative Partnerships Between Healthcare Systems and the Dairy Industry
Mutamed Ayyash
Professor of Food Bioprocessing at United Arab Emirates University
Advanced Dairy Bioprocessing for Functional and High-Value Ingredients: Opportunities for the MENA Region
Łukasz Wyrzykowski
MD of IFCN Dairy Research Network (Germany)
Key global and regional dairy trends
Dr. Abderrazak Djellali
Agro-Horizons for Studies and Consulting (Algeria)
The dairy sector in Algeria: current situation, challengesI and prospects
Roman Plewka
Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Formo (Germany)
Biotechnology-enabled milk proteins: positioning new ingredients inside, not outside, the dairy value chain
Yashica Hikel
GM at iDrink Super Food (UAE)
From Dairy to Functional Nutrition: How Superfood Beverages Are Reshaping Consumer Demand in MENA
Milana Boskovic
Director Marketing and R&Dof Al Ain Farms (UAE)
Building the Future of MENA Dairy Consumers: Innovation, Product Development, and Premium Positioning in a Fast-Growing Market
Ikita Sharma
Commercial Manager at NielsenIQ (UAE)
The MENA Dairy Consumer of the Next Decade: Data-Driven Insights, Demand Shifts and Growth Opportunities
Mallak Abdelqader
Analytics and Insights Lead at NielsenIQ (UAE)
The MENA Dairy Consumer of the Next Decade: Data-Driven Insights, Demand Shifts and Growth Opportunities
Thomas Hultin
Chief Financial Officer at Ecolean (Sweden)
Sustainable Packaging as a Financial Strategy: How Smart Packaging Drives Efficiency, Growth, and ESG Value in Dairy
Ghinwa Dandache
Regional Communications Leader at SIG (UAE)
The Future of Dairy Packaging: Circularity, Carbon Reduction and Consumer Communication
Alessandro Timpano
Global General manager Culinary at IFFCO Group (UAE)
Dairy in Professional Kitchens: What Chefs and Foodservice Really Expect
Marieke Penterman
Owner/CEO; Licensed Cheesemaker at Marieke Gouda (USA)
From Farm to Brand: How Artisan Cheese Can Become a Global Success Story
Mazen Al Refae
CEO of Emirates Rawabi Group (UAE)
The UAE as a Dairy and Food Hub: Industrial Scale, Innovation and Regional Expansion
Özge Çakar Osken
Senior Brand Manager at PınarArabia (Türkiye)
Building a Cross-Regional Dairy Brand: How Turkish Dairy Expertise Adapts to MENA Consumers
Pedro G Madero
CEO And Founder At Madero Equipos De Ordeño (Mexico)
Milking Technologies for Hot-Climate Mega-Farms: What MENA Can Learn from Mexico’s Dairy Revolution
Nate Zwald
President & COO at Progenco (USA)
Genetic Strategy as a Business Tool: Maximizing Efficiency, Sustainability, and Returns in Dairy Farming
Matteo Ratti
Founder of Milkline (Italy)
Next-Generation Milking Technologies for Arid and High-Heat Environments: Solutions for the MENA Dairy Sector
Malik Muhammad Ali
International Sales Manager At Alta Genetics (UAE)
Genetics as a Strategic Tool for Dairy Growth in the MENA Region
Prof. Dr Abdul Raziq Kakar
International Camel Dairying Consultant (UAE)
Camel Dairy as a Strategic Protein Source for the MENA Region: From Tradition to Scalable Industry
Jeremiah Henchy
CEO of Al Rawabi (UAE)
Smart and Sustainable Dairy Systems for the Future MENA Region: Innovations from the UAE and the Road Ahead
Artem Berezhnoy
Account Executive at Globifield (Netherlands)
Biosecurity, Welfare and Compliance in Live Animal Trade: Practical Pathways for MENA Dairy Expansion
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Partnering with industry leaders such as IDF, IFCN, DeLaval, and Al Ain, DairyNews.today reports from the heart of the global dairy movement.
From farm to cappuccino — DairyNews.today is your daily connection to the future of dairy.
↓ Participation Options ↓
30% OFF
Valid until March 1st!
↓ sponsorship Opportunities ↓
🥉 Bronze Sponsorship
- Complimentary participation for one delegate
- Company logo on event website
- Mention in advertising and media materials
- Opportunity for a welcome speech
🥈 Silver Sponsorship
- Complimentary participation for two delegates
- Company logo on press wall, roll-up banners, website, and business program
- Promotional product distribution and sponsor display in the reception hall
- Mention in advertising and media materials
- Opportunity for a welcome speech
🥇 Gold Sponsorship
- Complimentary participation for two delegates
- Company logo on press wall, event T-shirts, and custom caps
- Logo placement on roll-up banners and event website
- Promotional product distribution during the event
- Sponsor exhibition display in the reception hall
- Inclusion in all advertising and media materials
- Feature interview with one of your company representatives
- Mention in our newsletters, media materials, and social media channels
- Opportunity for a welcome speech at one of the events
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