Zootechnia 2027, Thessaloniki, Greece, January 28, 2027.
Dates
28 Jan 2027
City / country
Thessaloniki, Greece
Venue
Thessaloniki International Exhibition
Time
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Companies exhibiting at Zootechnia 2027 include "PHYSIOLOGIKE" PC (GR-BIO-02), A CERT EUROPEAN ORGANIZATION FOR CERTIFICATION SA, ABB AB, Abbi-Aerotech B.V. and ABEA.
Event overview
Zootechnia is the only specialized exhibition in the field of livestock and poultry in Greece.
It has been organized biannually since 1999 and hosts the most significant species of productive animals, machinery, supplies, and services.
TL;DR
Visitors can explore the latest products and services in livestock and poultry, attend informative events, and network with industry professionals. Location: Thessaloniki International Exhibition Center.
Exhibitors gain visibility in a specialized market, connect with potential buyers, and showcase their latest innovations. Zootechnia serves as a crucial platform for the livestock and poultry sectors, facilitating networking and business opportunities among industry professionals.
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
Egnatia 154, 546 36, Thessaloniki, Greece
Free parking is not available inside the exhibition center.
Parking: Free parking available at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki during the event.
Attend
Event days & opening times
General Admission
Cash or card.
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2025
Visitors: 60,000
Exhibitors: 1,000
Exhibitor countries: 40
This edition
2027
Next edition
Not announced yet
Impact
Zootechnia is the only specialized exhibition in the field of livestock and poultry in Greece. It has been organized biannually since 1999 and hosts the most significant species of productive animals, machinery, supplies, and services. Zootechnia serves as a crucial platform for the livestock and poultry sectors, facilitating networking and business opportunities among industry professionals. Zootechnia 2027, Thessaloniki, Greece, January 28, 2027.
Exhibitor outcomes
Exhibitors gain visibility in a specialized market, connect with potential buyers, and showcase their latest innovations. Zootechnia serves as a crucial platform for the livestock and poultry sectors, facilitating networking and business opportunities among industry professionals. Exhibitor categories include Machinery and equipment manufacturers for livestock and poultry, Animal feed suppliers, Veterinary product companies, Livestock breeding organizations. Exhibitors use the event for lead generation, product.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Zootechnia is the flagship livestock and poultry fair of Greece and one of the largest animal-production exhibitions in South-East Europe, organised biennially by HELEXPO in Thessaloniki. Because Greek animal production is dominated by small and medium farms supplied through regional dealers, the fair concentrates distributors, veterinarians, cooperatives and breeding organisations in one place — an efficient way to assess partners for Greece, the Balkans and the Eastern Mediterranean in a single trip. Its January slot also makes it the first major European animal-husbandry meeting of the year, ahead of the autumn circuit in Northern Europe.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Precision livestock farming and digital herd management
Animal welfare, biosecurity and reduced antibiotic use
Poultry and egg sector expansion
Feed efficiency, alternative proteins and additive innovation
Sustainability, manure management and renewable energy on farm
Zootechnia sits in the winter/spring Mediterranean cluster of animal-production fairs, complementing the larger autumn circuit of Northern and Western Europe. Companies typically use Zootechnia for Greece and the Balkans, then EuroTier, SPACE or Sommet de l'Élevage for broader European reach.
January–March
Mediterranean cluster: Fieragricola (Verona) and Zootechnia (Thessaloniki), plus Greece's broader Agrotica fair in Thessaloniki in alternate years — combine two of them in one European trip.
September–November
Northern/Western European cluster: SPACE (Rennes), Sommet de l'Élevage (Clermont-Ferrand) and EuroTier (Hanover) — the main window for pan-European launches.
Peer events and periods compiled from listing context plus a web-search pass; confirm current dates and venues on each organiser's website before planning.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Primary gateway for Thessaloniki International Exhibition & Congress Center.
~16 km
to venue
20–30 min
by car
Major long-haul hub with domestic connections to Thessaloniki.
~500 km
to venue
5 h by road / 50 min flight
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 60–105 / night
Simple 3-star rooms on the Egnatia bus corridor and within walking distance of the fair; rates rise sharply during Zootechnia week, so book as soon as dates are confirmed.
sourceUSD 100–175 / night
Business-grade rooms with breakfast and meeting space, roughly 5–20 minutes on foot or by taxi from the exhibition centre.
sourceUSD 180–330 / night
Makedonia Palace is adjacent to the HELEXPO/TIF grounds — the shortest possible transfer; the waterfront properties are 10–20 minutes by taxi.
sourceGet around the city with these convenient transport options.
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Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Greek citizens and other EU/EEA and Swiss nationals travel freely with an ID or passport. Visa-exempt third-country nationals (UK, US, Canada, Australia, Japan and others) may attend the fair without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Always verify your own nationality against the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa list before booking.
Greece is a member of the ATA Carnet system, so temporary import of exhibition goods, professional equipment and samples can normally be covered by a carnet. Confirm with Greek customs and with the organiser before shipping machinery or live animals, which are subject to separate veterinary and health-certificate rules.
Official visa pageWeather
January is mid-winter in Thessaloniki: expect cold, changeable weather with daytime highs around 10 °C and overnight lows near 3 °C, plus roughly 40–50 mm of rain spread over about 8–9 wet days. Snow on the plain is rare but not impossible, and the northerly 'Vardaris' wind can make the city feel considerably colder — pack a warm coat and a waterproof layer.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Greece.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Tipping and payments
Tipping is not compulsory but appreciated: round up taxi fares and leave about 5–10% in restaurants and cafés. Cards are widely accepted in Thessaloniki hotels and restaurants, but keep some cash for taxis, kiosks and small tavernas.
Business etiquette
Business dress is smart-casual to formal at trade fairs; handshakes are standard for both men and women. Relationships matter, so expect a short informal conversation before business, and be punctual for scheduled meetings even though social occasions often start later. English is common in the agri-business sector, but a Greek-speaking interpreter helps in dealer negotiations.
Dress, weather and local customs
Bring warm, layered clothing and waterproof shoes for the January fair and for walking between pavilions. Smoking restrictions apply indoors; Greek Orthodox church sites and some monasteries in the region require covered shoulders and legs. Normal EU standards of personal conduct apply — no special restrictions for business visitors.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: SKG
Book flights to SKG (Thessaloniki) when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue.
Greece is in the Schengen area. EU/EEA and Swiss citizens travel freely with a national ID or passport. Nationals of visa-exempt countries (e.g. UK, US, Canada, Australia, Japan) may enter for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa once they hold a passport valid at least 3 months beyond the planned exit date. Other nationalities need a Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) for fair attendance or business meetings: apply through the Greek consulate or its authorised visa centre, normally at least 4–6 weeks before travel. Visitors should carry an invitation/registration confirmation from the organiser, proof of accommodation and travel medical insurance covering at least EUR 30,000.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
EUR 45 for children aged 6–12; free for children under 6. Business travellers should attach the organiser's invitation/registration confirmation, hotel booking, travel medical insurance of at least EUR 30,000 and proof of funds. Applications are lodged with the Greek consulate or its authorised visa centre and usually require biometrics in person. Maximum 90 days within any 180-day period across t
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Thessaloniki Airport (SKG); DXB Airport (DXB); DWC Airport (DWC); SHJ Airport (SHJ). Allow road or rail time to Thessaloniki International Exhibition; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Thessaloniki International Exhibition: City centre along Egnatia Street, walking distance to the HELEXPO fairgrounds: Hotel Luxembourg, Hotel El Greco, City Hotel Thessaloniki; City centre around Tsimiski Street and the International Fair grounds: Capsis Hotel Thessaloniki, Mediterranean Palace, Grand Hotel Palace; Waterfront (Nikis Avenue) and immediately beside the fairgrounds: Makedonia Palace, The Met Hotel, Daios Luxury Living.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Thessaloniki; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Thessaloniki International Exhibition.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Thessaloniki International Exhibition; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: January 2027
Temperature: About 3–11 °C in January: average daytime high around 10 °C, average overnight low around 3 °C, with occasional frost and rare light snow on colder nights. Northerly winds can make it feel several degrees colder.
Seasonality: January is one of the wettest months in Thessaloniki, with roughly 40–50 mm of rain over about 8–9 rainy days; showers are often short but can be heavy. Days are short (sunset around 17:30), so plan indoor hall time in the afternoon and carry an umbrella and waterproof footwear.
Packing: January is mid-winter in Thessaloniki: expect cold, changeable weather with daytime highs around 10 °C and overnight lows near 3 °C, plus roughly 40–50 mm of rain spread over about 8–9 wet days. Snow on the plain is rare but not impossible, and the northerly 'Vardaris' wind can make the city feel co
Plan your trip
Best day for qualified buyer meetings: Day 2 of the fair run (mid-show day)
The listing shows opening day as 28 January 2027; HELEXPO fairs of this type normally run over several days, and the second day typically combines the fullest programme with fewer opening-day logistics bottlenecks. Arriving on day 2 lets you work the halls after exhibitors have settled in, when B2B meetings and technical seminars are usually in full swing — aim for the morning for livestock/breeding halls and the afternoon for poultry, feed and technology.
Vergina (Aigai) royal tombs and Veria
Halkidiki peninsula (Kassandra / Sithonia)
Exhibitor and B2B meeting area, HELEXPO fairgrounds
Congress hall and seminar rooms during technical sessions
Waterfront / Ladadika and Tsimiski Street restaurants and hotel bars
Budget
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
visitor_ticket
visitor · General Admission
EUR 9 / per person
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| visitor_ticket | visitor | General Admission | EUR 9 / per person | official |
Decision
Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You need to source livestock genetics, feed, equipment or veterinary products and can commit 1–2 days on site.
Best for
Farmers, veterinarians, nutritionists and agri-input buyers who want technical product scouting, genetics and equipment comparison plus sector seminars.
Min. budget
$450.00
Timeline
4–8 weeks (1–2 months): book flights/accommodation early for show week and allow 4–6 weeks for a Schengen visa if required.
Risks
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
Zootechnia week is a peak period in Thessaloniki; central hotels near the fairgrounds sell out early.
January weather is cold and wet, so allow buffer time for airport transfers.
exhibit
You have a distributor or dealer network to activate in Greece and want qualified leads from a biennial national fair with strong Balkan attendance.
Best for
Breeders, feed and animal-health companies, poultry integrators and equipment makers targeting Greece, the Balkans and the Eastern Mediterranean.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
6–9 months before the show: stand space is allocated on application, and shell-scheme, freight and staffing planning take several months.
Risks
Estimated exhibit floor budget from stand/travel cost signals — confirm booth pricing with the organiser.
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
Machinery and animal exhibits face Greek import/health-certificate requirements and possible ATA Carnet formalities.
skip
Your products or services do not overlap with animal production, or the trip cannot be justified against cheaper regional alternatives such as Agrotica or EuroTier.
Best for
Companies outside the livestock, poultry, feed, animal-health and agri-equipment value chain, or teams with no Greek/Balkan route to market.
Timeline
None.
Risks
No major risks listed.
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