NWZH 2027: Poland’s national livestock show, Poznań, 21–23 May.
Dates
21–23 May 2027
City / country
Poznań, Poland
Venue
Międzynarodowe Targi Poznańskie (MTP Poznań Expo)
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Event overview
NWZH 2027, the XXXI Narodowa Wystawa Zwierząt Hodowlanych, runs 21–23 May 2027 at Poznań International Fair (MTP) in Poznań, Poland.
It is Poland’s largest livestock breeding exhibition, presenting cattle, horses, sheep, goats, alpacas, fur animals, poultry and bees, with champion and super-champion judging and a public education programme.
The last completed edition in 2023 drew 186 exhibitors, 11,573 visitors and 682 judged animals.
TL;DR
See the country’s best cattle, horses, sheep, goats, alpacas, poultry and bees in one place, watch ring judging and champion awards, compare genetics and farm equipment, and meet breeders, breed associations and advisers. The show also includes native-breed displays, seminars, horse-driving demonstrations and regional food tasting.
NWZH puts a national breeding audience in one venue: herd managers, breed society leaders, veterinarians, feed and genetics suppliers, and farm-equipment buyers. Exhibiting supports product demonstrations, distributor recruitment and direct conversations with decision-makers from across Poland, with the added visibility of a government-backed national exhibition.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Głogowska 14, 60-734 Poznań, Poland
PWK underground car park, 650 spaces, beneath the MTP grounds.
650 spaces ·
Food options
PASODOBRE Restaurant & Tapas Bar, BASILICO BISTRO, GARDENcity Restaurants & Catering
On-site diningParking: Underground PWK car park at MTP holds 650 cars; use it for Pavilion 3, 3A and 4 access.
Gate: Enter from Głogowska Street or the Plac Św. Marka side; allow extra time on the opening morning.
Attend
Ticket info
Ticket notes
2027 ticket sales and prices have not been announced; the official site promotes online ticket purchase. The 2023 edition sold tickets via tablet.pl.
Who runs the show
Ministerstwo Rolnictwa i Rozwoju Wsi
Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development
Krajowe Centrum Hodowli Zwierząt
National Animal Breeding Centre (technical organiser)
Związki Hodowców Zwierząt
Livestock breeders’ associations
What's on
Champion and Super-Champion titles
International judges evaluate animals on the rings and award champion and super-champion honours.
Ministerstwo Rolnictwa i Rozwoju Wsi(MRiRW)
Organiser and national patron · Poland
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2023
Visitors: 11,573
Exhibitors: 186
Edition #: 30
This edition
2027
Visitors: 12,000
Exhibitors: 190
Next edition
Not announced yet
Growth over time
Impact
NWZH is a national platform rather than a purely commercial trade fair: it combines breed evaluation, public education and supplier networking. For a genetics, feed or animal-health brand, three days in Poznań deliver concentrated contact with Polish herd managers and breed-society decision-makers who influence purchases across the biennial cycle.
Audience quality
The audience is unusually qualified for a public-facing livestock show. Breeders bring buying authority for genetics, nutrition and equipment, while vets and farm managers evaluate herd-health and housing solutions. A large general-public component builds brand awareness and trust, especially around native breeds and animal welfare.
Exhibitor outcomes
ROI depends on lead quality rather than footfall. Book demonstration space if you sell equipment, schedule breed-society meetings before opening, and capture herd-size and species data at the stand. A follow-up within five working days is realistic; no audited ROI or rebooking rate is published for this show.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Poland’s livestock sector supplies dairy, beef, poultry and processed-food chains across the EU, and Greater Poland is a dense production and processing cluster. NWZH connects breed genetics, nutrition, health and equipment suppliers with the breeders who make long-term herd decisions. For exporters, it is a low-cost entry point to Polish breed societies and commercial farms.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Genetics and herd productivity
Polish dairy and beef breeders are investing in genetics, sexed semen and embryo transfer to raise milk yield and carcass quality. Exhibitors that can show measurable genetic gain and lifetime cow value are well placed at a national breeding show.
What it changes: Genetics decisions lock in performance for years, so breeders research carefully at events like NWZH.
Animal health and biosecurity
After the 2025 cancellation, biosecurity, vaccination and disease surveillance are higher priorities for Polish livestock events and farms. Suppliers of diagnostics, hygiene systems and herd-health programmes can address a live concern.
What it changes: Health scares directly affect whether animals can travel to shows and farms.
Welfare, native breeds and public trust
Polish consumers and regulators increasingly reward higher-welfare housing and native-breed conservation. NWZH gives breed societies a public platform to explain welfare practices and the value of local genetic resources.
What it changes: Trust and provenance influence retail and export demand for Polish livestock products.
Buyers planning a Central European livestock calendar can pair NWZH with EuroTier and the Paris agriculture show, which cover equipment, genetics and public-facing livestock displays.
Autumn 2026
Technology and genetics buying window before the new year.
Spring 2027
Public livestock showcases in Paris and Poznań.
Circuit dates are planning guidance from published trade-fair cycles; verify before booking travel.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Poznań–Ławica Airport
Closest airport; tram and taxi links to the centre.
7 km
to venue
20 minutes
by car
Wrocław Copernicus Airport
Alternative for flights from western Europe; train to Poznań takes about 2 hours.
180 km
to venue
2 hours by car
by car
Warsaw Chopin Airport
Largest Polish hub; direct trains to Poznań take about 2 hours 40 minutes.
310 km
to venue
3 hours 15 minutes by car
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 55–80 / night
Simple rooms within a short tram ride of MTP; book early for the May fair week.
USD 90–135 / night
Walkable or one tram stop from the fair; breakfast usually included.
USD 150–230 / night
Larger rooms, gym and business facilities; best for meeting space.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Tram / city bus
Buy a timed ticket from a machine or app and validate on boarding.
Taxi / rideshare
Use a metered taxi or app; the ride from the station takes about 10 minutes.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay visa (type C) | Non-EU/EEA visitors who do not qualify for visa-free travel | $90.00 | 15–45 calendar days | |
| Visa-free Schengen entry | EU/EEA, UK, US, Canadian and many other passport holders for stays up to 90 days | — | None |
EU/EEA citizens may enter with a valid ID card or passport; many other nationalities have visa-free short stays. Verify your nationality before travel.
Poland accepts ATA carnets for temporary import of exhibition goods and professional equipment; list all items accurately.
Official visa pageWeather
May in Poznań is mild and changeable: average highs near 19°C and lows near 8°C, with frequent showers and cool mornings. Bring a light rain jacket and layers for air-conditioned halls.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Mobile 4G/5G coverage is good across Poznań and the MTP halls; venue Wi-Fi is usually available in the pavilions but can be congested at peak times. EU roaming rules apply for EU visitors.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business greeting
A handshake and a clear introduction are standard in Polish business meetings; use titles and surnames until invited otherwise.
Tipping and payments
Tipping is customary in restaurants at around 10% and is often left in cash; taxis accept card but cash is useful for small purchases.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: Poznań–Ławica (POZ)
Book 8–12 weeks ahead for May; Poznań is also served by train from Berlin and Warsaw.
Book flightsPoland is in the Schengen area. EU/EEA citizens travel freely; most other visitors need either a visa-free allowance or a Schengen type C visa.
Estimated cost: USD 90 for a Schengen visa; visa-free travellers pay nothing
Processing: 15–45 calendar days
Apply well before May and carry the invitation or hotel booking if requested.
OfficialPartnerGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Poznań–Ławica is 7 km from MTP; a taxi takes about 20 minutes and costs roughly PLN 40–60.
Hotel → venue: Trams along Głogowska stop at the fairgrounds; most central hotels are 10–20 minutes away.
Ride-hail: Uber, Bolt and FreeNow operate in Poznań; use the app for fixed pricing.
Public transit: Buy a timed city ticket (PLN 4.60 for a short ride) and validate it on boarding.
Parking: Use the 650-space PWK underground car park at MTP; expect event-day queues.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: May
Temperature: 8–19°C
Seasonality: Frequent spring showers; May is one of the wetter months, with cool evenings.
Packing: Light waterproof jacket, layers, comfortable shoes for halls and outdoor rings, and an umbrella.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Saturday 22 May 2027
Saturday combines the fullest programme with the champion and super-champion awards, when breeders and exhibitors are most active. Friday is better for quieter business meetings; Sunday closes earlier and is family-heavy.
Book train or flight and reserve a hotel near Głogowska or the Old Town. — May is busy; flexible rates sell out first.
Check ticket release and register for the show. — Watch nwzh.pl for the 2027 ticket link.
Download the exhibitor list and shortlist breed societies and suppliers. — Prioritise 8–10 stands and note hall numbers.
Plan tram routes, build a floor route and pack rain gear. — Allow 20 minutes from the station to the halls.
Recheck opening hours, ticket QR code and travel updates. — Arrive early on the opening morning.
Collect badge and walk the cattle and horse rings
Pavilion 3 / tent hallSupplier meetings with genetics and nutrition exhibitors
Pavilion 4Lunch and informal networking
PASODOBRE, MTP groundsAttend a breeding or herd-health seminar
Programme room, MTPPoznań Old Market Square
City Walk
15 minutes by tram from MTP
Renaissance town hall, cafés and evening dining in the historic centre.
Rogalin Palace and park
Half-Day Trip
20 km south of Poznań, about 30 minutes by car
Baroque palace, famous oak trees and a quieter afternoon outside the city.
PASODOBRE Restaurant & Tapas Bar
restaurant
On the MTP grounds; good for seated meetings after the halls close.
Old Market Square cafés
evening district
15 minutes from the fair; informal drinks with exhibitors and breeders.
Polish breeders often compare several suppliers after a national show, so fast, specific follow-up matters more than a generic brochure.
Budget
Shell scheme
PLN 450–700 / m²
Raw space
PLN 250–400 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
No 2027 tariff has been published. Bands reflect Central European trade-fair rates and exclude VAT, freight and stand build.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
Shell scheme stand
exhibitor · budget
USD 1035–1620 / 9 sqm stand
Hotel
both · mid
USD 90–135 / per night
Per diem
both · standard
USD 45–65 / per day
Booth insurance
exhibitor · standard
USD 100–200 / policy
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shell scheme stand | exhibitor | budget | USD 1035–1620 / 9 sqm stand | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Hotel | both | mid | USD 90–135 / per night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Per diem | both | standard | USD 45–65 / per day | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Booth insurance | exhibitor | standard | USD 100–200 / policy | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
Answer six quick questions to see whether NWZH 2027 is best for a visit, a stand or a skip.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What best describes your role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have 2–3 days and a shortlist of exhibitors or breeds.
Best for
Breeders, buyers and students who want to see animals, compare genetics and attend the programme.
Min. budget
$500.00
Timeline
2–4 weeks
Risks
May hotel prices rise during fair week
Some halls are a long walk apart
exhibit
You can staff the stand for three days and follow up within a week.
Best for
Genetics, feed, animal-health and equipment suppliers selling to Polish farms.
Min. budget
$8,000.00
Timeline
3–6 months
Risks
Stand costs and freight can exceed budget
Lead quality varies by hall position
skip
Your product does not fit livestock breeding and travel would be speculative.
Best for
Companies with no Polish farm audience or no budget for a meaningful stand.
Timeline
None
Risks
Missing distributor meetings
Losing visibility to a competitor
Book with
Grupa MTP
Operator of Poznań International Fair and co-organiser of NWZH.
Named as organiser on the official NWZH site.
Ministerstwo Rolnictwa i Rozwoju Wsi
Polish Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, lead public organiser.
Named as organiser on the official NWZH site.
Krajowe Centrum Hodowli Zwierząt
National Animal Breeding Centre, technical organiser of the 2027 edition.
Named as technical organiser in the KCHZ announcement.
Polska Federacja Hodowców Bydła i Producentów Mleka
Polish Federation of Cattle Breeders and Dairy Producers, representing dairy breeders.
Relevant national breeder association; not confirmed as a 2027 partner.
Recommended providers
Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Official Schengen visa information and consulate locator.
Compare Głogowska and Old Town hotels; free cancellation is useful.
Book flights to Poznań or Warsaw with onward rail.
International exhibition freight and Polish customs clearance.
Travel and exhibition liability cover; check live-animal exclusions.
Official city guides, events and day-trip ideas.
Badge scanning and lead-retrieval tools; confirm integration with your CRM.
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NWZH / Grupa MTP
Krajowe Centrum Hodowli Zwierząt
Grupa MTP
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