About this Event
SDTNI - Autumn Conference - Future-Proofing the Dairy Supply Chain
Join us at CAFRE – Loughry Campus on 12th November 2025 for the SDTNI Conference 2025, a focused event bringing together dairy producers, processors, technologists, and supply chain professionals from across Northern Ireland. Under the theme “Innovation, Resilience & Sustainability – Future-Proofing the Dairy Supply Chain”, this conference will explore cutting-edge developments in sustainable milk production, ESG, automation and AI, and scientific innovation in dairy. With expert speakers, networking opportunities, and trade exhibits, this is a must-attend event for anyone committed to the future of dairy. Secure your spot today!
Agenda
🕑: 09:30 AM
Welcome
Host: Peter Simpson - Head of Food Technology - CAFRE
🕑: 09:35 AM
Lean, Mean & Green - Driving Sustainable Performance in Producing Milk
Host: Becki Reay - Kite Consulting
🕑: 10:15 AM
ESG, Compliance, and Commercial Opportunities in Dairy.
Host: Kevin Maher - Dairy Sustainability Ireland - Ibec
🕑: 11:00 AM
Break - Tea/Coffee - Trade Stand Viewing/Networking
🕑: 11:30 AM
"True North" for Dairy Research & Development
Host: Prof Mark Fenelon, Head of Food Programme, Teagasc
🕑: 12:15 PM
Smarter Dairies: Unlocking Operational Excellence Through AI & Automation
Host: Sam Wilkinson - Strategy Director F&B, Siemens
🕑: 01:00 PM
Open Forum Discussion
🕑: 01:15 PM
Lunch/Networking/View Trade Stands
🕑: 02:00 PM
Tour of Robotics & Automation Department & Food Innovation Centre
🕑: 03:00 PM
Conference Close
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
CAFRE - Loughry Campus, 76 Dungannon Rd, Cookstown, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00
