The meeting commenced with an introductory address by Mr. Deepak Khosla, General Manager (Marketing), who welcomed the participants and highlighted the company’s commitment to delivering science-based solutions for the poultry industry.

Dr. Prakash Reddy, DGM (Technical), delivered a currently relevant and focused presentation on “Hatchery Vaccines and Vaccination: Catching the Future”. He emphasized on the emergence of pathogens which are critical for designing effective control strategies because it reveals key vulnerabilities, transmission dynamics (vertical), and potential immune evasion mechanisms. Highlighted the emerging vaccine technologies opening new fields of possibilities for disease control and disease management, which include genotype based vaccines, vector vaccines, immune complex vaccine etc. The novel vaccine technologies would likely impose completely novel immune pressure or selection for resistance with enhanced immunosuppression and changes in patterns of antigenic variation, tissue tropism, and invasion pathways, so should be selective. Lastly, he updated the Innovative hatchery vaccination methods adapted in India for mass administration with speed and accuracy with ease of adaptation of semi-automated subcutaneous vaccination, spray vaccination etc. in day old chicks with a check on vaccinal reactions, errors and miss outs.

The second session, “Improving Broiler Performance through Effective Water Sanitation and Precise Medication Dosing,” was presented by Dr. Datta Kulkarni, DGM (Technical). He discussed how good water quality, effective sanitation, and accurate medication dosing can help enhance broiler health, performance, and farm profitability.

The programme concluded with valuable remarks from Mr. H. S. Padda, DGM, (Marketing), who underlined the importance of adopting scientific and practical approaches to address emerging poultry health challenges. Mr. Shashi Bhushan, AGM, (Marketing), delivered the vote of thanks and expressed gratitude to the speakers and participants for making the meeting informative and successful.

The technical meeting reaffirmed Ventri Biologicals’ commitment to advancing poultry health through knowledge sharing, innovation, and effective field-level solutions.

Dr Eckel Animal Nutrition GmbH & Co. KG, Germany, a global animal nutrition specialist company organised World Tour 2026 Conference at Hotel Avani Riverside, Bangkok on March 14, 2026 which was attended by 90 over delegates from 12 countries which was addressed by eminent speakers.

In the year 1994, Dr. Antje Eckel, CEO, founded the company Dr. Eckel Animal Nutrition, aimed at ensuring animal nutrition is healthier, more animal-friendly and more sustainable. Over the next three decades, the family business grew into a globally successful provider of alternative animal feeding solutions. Other key persons associated with the company are Dr. Bernhard Eckel, Vice President – Sales, Dr. Viktor Eckel, Managing Director-Products and Innovation, Mr. Theo Eckel Head-Purchase and Ms. Klara Eckel, Product Manager.

World Tour 2026 Conference started with the opening remarks by Dr. Andreas Lewke, Managing Director (Thailand) Dr. Eckel Animal Nutrition. Dr Andreas Lewke has more than two decades of experience in Asia and a strong focus on sustainable, innovative animal nutrition. Dr. Eckel Animal Nutrition from their Bangkok office, the team has worked closely with integrators, feed mills and farmers across Asia and their main interest is how innovative, sustainable nutrition concepts can support both healthy animals and healthy profits. Dr. Andreas Lewke said today

Dr. Eckel Animal Nutrition is one of the international specialists for phytogenic solutions based on plant-derived active ingredients and their products are used in poultry, swine, ruminant and aquaculture nutrition around the world. The aim is always the same: to help the customers achieve direct and long-term success with healthy growth, high-quality products and efficient, resource-friendly production.

Dr. Viktor Eckel, Managing Director, Dr. Eckel Animal Nutrition in his keynote address highlighted “Plants Paving the Way for Future Animal Nutrition.

From the very beginning Dr. Eckel Animal Nutrition has focused on innovative feed additives that combine animal health, performance and sustainability. Dr. Viktor Eckel continues to shape the future of plant-based solutions and next-generation feed additives for animal nutrition. countries on almost all continents. He said the company’s products are manufactured in Germany to the highest quality standards. More than 75% of the raw materials requirement are sourced from European Union countries thus ensuring shorter supply routes and flexible manufacturing processes. Experts associated with the company from more than 20 countries are working towards ensuring the company’s growth.

After Coffee Braek, Dr. Anne Möddel, Team Lead Technical Sales, Dr. Eckel Animal Nutrition gave presentation on “Choosing the Right Phytogenic Solution to Achieve Your Goals”. At Dr. Eckel, Dr. Anne Möddel serves as a key technical contact for sales teams, partners and customers, providing in-depth expertise on phytogenics and monogastric nutrition. Her nice presentation was followed by Lunch.

Post Lunch, Dr. Nancy Salamanca, DVM, Ph.D., Independent Consultant & Professional Lecturer gave presentation on “Making Antibiotic-Free Farming Work: A Nutritionist’s Perspective”. Dr. Nancy Salamanca highlighted the importance of targeted feed solutions, gut health management, and practical nutritional approaches that help producers maintain animal performance while reducing reliance on antibiotics.

Dr. Le Van Phan, DVM, PhD, Assoc. Professor, Department of Microbiology and Infectious Disease, College of Veterinary Medicine, Head. Laboratory of Viral Infectious Diseases, Center for Research Excellence and Innovation, Vietnam National University of Agriculture gave update on ASF outbreaks in Vietnam (2019–2025) – Insights and Lessons Learned. It was privilege to hear the insights and research contributions of eminent Speakers.

Dr. Bernhard Eckel, Vice President, Dr. Eckel Animal Nutrition spoke on “Closing Reflections & Future Outlook”. Dr. Bernhard said their company has a motto – act local and think global. Dr. Eckel Animal Nutrition establishes sustainable social and ecological conditions across its product value chains as its products are sold globally and have wide footprints. By embracing such innovations, Dr Eckel protects the livestock but also contributes to a healthier, more efficient, and eco-friendly agricultural future for the world. The company participates in all the global livestock and poultry events for expanding outreach of its unique products.

Events like this truly highlight the value of global collaboration, knowledge sharing and industry connections. It was nice opportunity for me to learn, connect and exchange practical knowledge with professionals from many countries. Thanks to Dr. Eckel Team and the speakers for creating such an important global platform for knowledge sharing.