Final Chance to Register for APSS 2026 – Less than 3 Weeks Away!

by Benjamin Geist

With just under 3 weeks until APSS 2026, now is your last opportunity to finalise your registration for this year’s premier poultry science event. We have just ticked over 300 registered delegates, which again is up 6% on last year’s numbers at the same time, putting us in good stead to reach a new milestone in 2026.

Online registration is open through to the event dates, however if you haven’t yet registered, be sure to complete your booking soon to assist in our preparations.

We have unfortunately SOLD OUT of our Full Package Options for this years conference, however you can still book discounted accommodation for under $300/night at one of our partner hotels using the following link:

The Urban, Newtown –
APSS Group Discount Rate

📅 Conference Highlights

The official scientific program will commence at 1:00 PM on Monday 9th February, with check-in from 9:00 AM that morning. Presentations will run through to late afternoon on Wednesday 11 February, wrapping up at approximately 4:00 PM, ensuring a comprehensive showcase of poultry science research and innovation.

This year’s central theme is:

“Poultry Production Through a Futuristic Lens”

and the symposium will cover cutting-edge topics including gut health, antimicrobial stewardship, artificial intelligence in production, welfare, nutrition, and more.

🎤 Speakers & Program

We are proud to confirm an outstanding roster of international and local invited speakers, including experts from universities and industry organisations around the world:

• Michael Kidd – University of Arkansas (USA)
• Tina Widowski – University of Guelph (Canada)
• Richard Ducatelle – Ghent University (Belgium)
• Kirsty Short – University of Queensland (Australia)
• Aaron Cowieson – DSM-Firmenich (Scotland)
• Neamat ElTazi – PoultrySync (Egypt)
• Peta Taylor – University of Melbourne (Australia)
• Mike Persia – Virginia Tech (USA)
• Mehdi Toghyani – University of Sydney (Australia)

With over 100 paper submissions received, the program will also feature 45 short oral presentations and 48 poster presentations, sharing the latest scientific findings from across the poultry sector.

Our draft program is currently available on the event website, and this will be updated with the official program and available to download by the end of the month: https://apss.sydney.edu.au/program

🤝 Networking & Social Events

APSS is well known for its vibrant networking opportunities. In 2026 these include:

• Informal Welcome Drinks at DizzyBird Bar – Four Points by Sheraton (3pm Sunday afternoon)
• Student & Early Career Researcher Mentoring Session – 9:30am Monday morning)
• Monday Evening Poster Session – 5:30pm Monday evening.
• Symposium Dinner aboard the iconic Starship Sydney Harbour Cruise — an unforgettable evening of fine dining and networking with views of Sydney Harbour.

🏁 Don’t Miss Out!

APSS continues to grow each year, bringing together researchers, industry professionals, and students from around the world. With strong sponsorship support and an ambitious target of 360+ attendees, we encourage you to secure your place, share the news with colleagues, and be part of another record-breaking symposium.

We hope to welcome you in Sydney this February!