2010

The 62nd annual International Poultry Expo featuring its fourth year with the International Feed Expo produced very impressive attendance numbers and the general feeling by both exhibitors and attendees was that the tough economic times of 2008 and 2009 were starting to turn around.

Attendance totaled 18,896 for the 2010 show up from 17,646 in 2009. International attendees numbered 3866, an increase of 346 over 2009 with Latin America constituting the largest segment at 43% of non-US attendees.

• Georgia 4229
• Illinois 850
• North Carolina 793
• Arkansas 747
• Alabama 710

• Canada 619
• Mexico 474
• Colombia 257
• Brazil 207
• China 171

2009

The 61st annual International Poultry Expo featured its third year with the International Feed Expo. More than 17,600 attendees networked in Atlanta, Georgia, USA January 28-30. Over 14,000 leaders from the U.S. poultry and feed industries were registered and over 3500 international leaders attended.

• Georgia 3930
• Illinois 943
• North Carolina 738
• Alabama 702
• Ohio 476

• Canada 628
• Mexico 418
• Colombia 226
• Venezuela 197
• Brazil 194

2008

The 60th annual International Poultry Expo welcomed over 20,000 attendees from around the world during the three-day-event, held Jan. 23-25 in Atlanta, Ga. The domestic total of 16,043 included the United States, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. A total of 3,986 international visitors were in attendance.

• Georgia 4378
• Illinois 973
• Alabama 880
• North Carolina 814
• Arkansas 623

• Canada 612
• Mexico 545


• Brazil 273
• Colombia 186
• Venezuela 176

2007

The 59th annual International Poultry Expo welcomed nearly 20,000 attendees from around the world during the three-day-event, held Jan. 24-26 in Atlanta, Ga. The domestic total of 15,668 included the United States, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. A total of 3,977 international attendees came from 90 countries. This was the first year that the International Feed Expo, sponsored by the American Feed Industry Association, was co-located at IPE. The U.S. Commercial Service's International Buyer Program also made its debut at IPE/IFE 2007. International delegations from China, Venezuela, Egypt, and the Dominican Republic were welcomed to further the poultry industry in their home countries.

• Georgia 4347
• Illinois 971
• Alabama 838
• North Carolina 725
• Texas 617

• Canada 780
• Mexico 506


• Venezuela 217
• Colombia 199
• Brazil 136

2006

The 58th Annual International Poultry Expo welcomed over 18,000 attendees from around the world during the three-day-event, held Jan. 25-27 in Atlanta, Ga. The U.S. industry showed up in force with 14,976 attendees. On the international side, 3,043 people traveled to Atlanta from 93 countries. Forty-nine states plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico were represented. The first International Reception was held Wednesday, Jan. 25, after the closing of the show. More than 1,000 attendees were treated to complimentary hors d' oeuvres and beverages and live entertainment.

• Georgia 4280
• Illinois 838
• North Carolina 802
• Alabama 800
• Arkansas 646

• Canada 591
• Mexico 405


• Brazil 159
• Colombia 155
• United Kingdom 107

2005

The 57th annual International Poultry Exposition chose the theme "Changes and Challenges." The 2005 International Poultry Exposition welcomed nearly 18,763 attendees from around the world during the three-day-event, held Jan. 26-28 in Atlanta, Ga. The domestic total of 15,147 represented 47 states and Puerto Rico. International attendees, numbering 3,616, came from 96 countries. They came to network, attend cutting-edge educational programs, and to research and buy the latest products and services from 834 exhibitors. Funds earned at the exposition are funneled directly back into the industry in the form of research grants, educational programs, and promotional activities.

• Georgia 4279
• Alabama 858
• North Carolina 728
• Illinois 725
• Arkansas 676

• Canada 743
• Mexico 433


• Brazil 154
• United Kingdom 153
• Colombia 150

2004

The 56th Annual International Poultry Exposition ushered in 18,140 visitors to Atlanta . Of those, 14,687 domestic attendees from 48 states, Puerto Rico and 89 countries attended. Additionally, 3,453 were international visitors. Nearly 900 exhibitors from around the world displayed goods and services at the show.

• Georgia 4639
• Alabama 937
• North Carolina 799
• Illinois 899
• Arkansas 776

• Canada 701
• Mexico 463


• The Netherlands 133
• Colombia 149
• Brazil 174

2003

The 55th annual International Poultry Expo chose the theme "Leading Into the Future." This theme was appropriate due to the show moving into the new Phase IV expansion of the Georgia World Congress Center. The show utilized Buildings B and C of the Georgia World Congress Center. Visitors came from 49 states, the District of Colombia, and 86 countries to see and buy the latest products and services for the poultry and egg industry from 880 exhibitors. There were 15,762 domestic attendees and 3,411 international guests. The 2003 International Poultry Exposition had a special guest appearance by Secretary of Agriculture Ann Veneman. Veneman spoke to attendees as part of the educational program; she announced that the Bush administration will propose an agriculture budget for the 2004 fiscal year that includes a 20 percent increase in spending for food safety.

• Georgia 4639
• Alabama 937
• North Carolina 799
• Illinois 899
• Arkansas 776

• Canada 701
• Mexico 463


• The Netherlands 133
• Colombia 149
• Brazil 174

2002

The 54th annual International Poultry Exposition employed the theme "Connecting the World." This show drew nearly 19,000 participants from 50 states, Puerto Rico, and 88 countries. Several companies reached a milestone at the 2002 exposition, with 50 years exhibiting at the show, and were honored at the expo. They included: Altenpohl Sales Company, Beacon Products, Chick Master, Diamond Systems, and Schering-Plough Animal Health/ASL. The first Family Farm Environmental Excellence Awards were distributed in a special ceremony at the 2002 show. In addition, the Latin American Poultry Hall of Fame visited the International Guests Center.

• Georgia 4844
• Alabama 944
• North Carolina 857
• Illinois 805
• Arkansas 801

• Canada 651
• Mexico 370


• The Netherlands 141
• Venezuela 128
• Brazil 126

2001

"Focusing on the Future" was the theme carried throughout the 53rd annual International Poultry Exposition. Over 22,000 people attended the show and an estimated one in five guests was from an international location. Exhibitors in the show were eligible for the first Crystal Egg Awards. These awards honor marketing excellence. This show also marked the first time attendees could reserve hotel rooms by phone, fax, mail, and online.

• Georgia 5221
• Illinois 1028
• Alabama 953
• Arkansas 932
• North Carolina 840

• Canada 757
• Mexico 494


• Brazil 239
• The Netherlands 213
• Venezuela 176

2000

The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association chose the theme "Shaping the Future" for the 2000 International Poultry Exposition. This show was the 52nd annual show and drew large crowds from all over the world. Approximately 24,500 people from 46 states and more than 110 countries visited the exposition. This year was also the inception of the on-site tram system. The trams transport visitors up and down the aisles of the show floor. It continues to move tired attendees to their destination. The first International Poultry Scientific Forum was held prior to the 2000 International Poultry Exposition.

• Georgia 5994
• Alabama 1120
• Illinois 1049
• Arkansas 886
• North Carolina 858

• Canada 822
• Mexico 545


• Brazil 257
• Venezuela 159
• Japan 142

1999

"Leading the Way" was the theme for the 51st annual International Poultry Exposition. This show was another success for the poultry and egg industry. Nearly 26,000 people from more than 100 countries came to Atlanta to participate in the show. The 1999 exposition marked the first time the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association handled all facets of registration. It also marked the debut of the banner program and online registration.

• Georgia 5904
• Alabama 1304
• Illinois 989
• North Carolina 969
• Arkansas 896

• Canada 1019
• Mexico 607


• Brazil 318
• The Netherlands 268
• United Kingdom 221

1998

"Meeting the Challenge for 50 Years" was the theme of the 50th annual International Poultry Exposition. This year, the show celebrated 50 years of serving the poultry and egg industry through the great products and services International Poultry Exposition exhibitors provide. Attendance was high for this show. More than 26,000 attendees journeyed to Atlanta for the event. The 1998 exposition featured three historical displays showcasing photographs and artifacts of yesterday's poultry industry.

• Georgia 6236
• Alabama 1248
• Illinois 1101
• North Carolina 1038
• Arkansas 930

• Canada 919
• Mexico 540


• The Netherlands 286
• Brazil 259
• United Kingdom 183