Precision Livestock Farming Conference 2026

Wednesday 4th Nov 2026 - 9:00am to 5:00pm
Harper Adams University, TF10 8NB

About the Conference

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RAFT Solutions, in partnership with Harper & Keele Veterinary School, are delighted to announce the third Precision Livestock Farming Conference.

Bringing together farmers, veterinary professionals, researchers, technology developers, industry leaders and policymakers, the conference provides a unique opportunity to explore how technology, data and innovation are transforming livestock production.

Featuring a programme of international and national speakers, practical on-farm perspectives, interactive discussions and networking opportunities, the conference will showcase the latest developments in precision livestock farming and examine how these technologies can be applied to improve animal health, welfare, sustainability and farm profitability.

Whether you are already implementing precision livestock technologies or are simply interested in understanding what is available and where the sector is heading, this event offers valuable insights for anyone involved in livestock production.

Why Attend

  • Hear from leading experts from across industry and academia
  • Learn about the latest innovations and emerging technologies
  • Explore practical case studies from commercial farms
  • Gain insights into improving animal health, welfare and productivity
  • Network with farmers, vets, researchers and industry professionals
  • Discover opportunities for collaboration, research and innovation

Agenda

We are delighted to have secured a number of internationally recognised speakers from across academia, industry and commercial farming, with further speaker announcements and session details being confirmed on an ongoing basis.

The programme below provides an outline of the day; however, topics, speakers and session titles may be updated as we continue to develop what promises to be our strongest conference programme yet.

Please check back regularly for the latest updates and announcements.

Time Session
09:00–09:30 Registration & refreshments
09:30–09:45 Welcome
Professor Michael Lee, Harper Adams University & Anna Meredith OBE, Keele University
09:45–10:15 Where did we come from, and where do we go?
Professor Daniel Berckmans, KU Leuven & University of Tennessee
10:15–10:45 International keynote presentation
Professor Tomas Norton, KU Leuven
10:45–11:00 Audience Q&A
Chaired by Professor Jonathan Statham, RAFT Solutions Ltd
11:00–11:30 Coffee break & networking
11:30–12:00 Dairy Cow Lameness Management: Can PLF Technology Help Balance Welfare and Economics?
Professor Henk Hogeveen, Wageningen University & Research
12:00–12:30 Industry innovation showcase
David Speller, OPTIfarm
12:30–12:45 Audience Q&A
Chaired by Professor Jonathan Statham, RAFT Solutions Ltd
12:45–13:30 Lunch & networking
13:30–14:00 Commercial farm perspective
David Craven, Grosvenor Farms
14:00–14:15 Transfer to Harper Adams Farm
14:15–15:55 On Farm Technology Demonstrations – three interactive farm stations showcasing precision livestock farming technologies and applications
James McCaughern, Professor Liam Sinclair & Dr Gemma Charlton, Harper Adams University
15:55–16:15 Coffee break & networking
16:15–16:25 Emerging technologies spotlight
16:25–16:50 Expert Panel Discussion: The Future of Precision Livestock Farming
Panellists:
David Speller, OPTIfarm
Steph Small, Veterinary Advisor – Technology, MSD Animal Health
Chris Lyons, Innovate UK
Chaired by Mike Gooding, RAFT Solutions Ltd
16:50–17:00 Closing remarks
Mike Gooding, RAFT Solutions Ltd

Accommodation Options

There are a number of hotels, guest houses and bed and breakfast options within a short driving distance of the venue. Should you require any assistance with accommodation options, please contact office@raftsolutions.co.uk and a member of the team will be happy to help.

Group Bookings

If you wish to make a group booking of 10 or more tickets, please contact office@raftsolutions.co.uk to discuss available options.

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Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities

The Precision Livestock Farming Conference attracts delegates from across the livestock, veterinary, academic and agri-tech sectors.

A range of sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are available for organisations wishing to showcase their products, services and expertise. Please contact the RAFT Solutions team for further information.

A big thank you to our Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

InSHAW - Institute for Sustainable Health and Welfare logo Harper & Keele Veterinary School logo

Bronze Sponsors

Galebreaker Agri logo MSD Animal Health logo

Session Sponsors

Dunbia logo OptiGene logo

Also supporting the Conference are

Innovate UK logo Kersia logo VetDX logo Innovation for Agriculture logo Natural Stockcare logo

Location

Wed 4 Nov 2026 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Harper Adams University, TF10 8NB

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