Animal Care & Handling Conference

May 12-13, 2026 | Kansas City, MO

Dedicated to advancing animal welfare and handling practices, this conference bridges academic research and real-world application. Engage in open dialogue and gain practical solutions designed for those working in slaughter operations.

Key Topics:

• Animal welfare advancements
• Handling practices in slaughter operations
• Compliance with animal welfare regulations

Who Should Attend:

Professionals in animal welfare and handling, compliance, food safety and quality, technical services, and academia.

Why Attend:

Unlike other conferences, the Animal Care & Handling Conference encourages open dialogue and shares practical, actionable solutions designed for those working in slaughter operations. Attendees will gain valuable insights, network with peers, and leave equipped with strategies to enhance animal care and handling in their daily practices.

Industry Leaders, Practical Solutions, Every Year:

• Temple Grandin, Livestock Consultant, Grandin Livestock Handling Systems, Colorado State University
• Bryan Hay, Director, Animal Care, Maple Leaf Foods Inc
• Tim Toliver, FSQ Corp. Mgr. Fresh Meats QA and Animal Handling, Hormel Foods Corporation