Petfood Forum Europe is officially returning to Nuremberg, Germany, in 2026, once again co-locating with Interzoo. Scheduled for May 11, this one-day conference will take place the day before the leading trade fair for the pet supplies industry.

Registration is open now with early savings available for Petfood Forum Europe.

As a leading program for knowledge exchange and professional networking, Petfood Forum Europe 2026 will explore the latest consumer trends and nutrition research shaping the pet food and treat industry across Europe.​

Program highlights

 “The continued partnership with Interzoo provides congress participants with unmatched access to detailed technical information about the latest technologies and advancements available for manufacturing pet food and treats,” said Steve Akins, executive vice president, global petfood and events, with WATT Global Media. “Then, following Petfood Forum Europe, participants can engage with the pet food industry, creating connections with clients and partners on a wider scale at Interzoo.”

The conference will feature presentations from industry experts focusing on market trends, nutrition, ingredient innovation, processing technologies and supply chain management. Agenda and speaker details will be released in February 2026.

The event will provide a valuable opportunity for global and regional professionals to connect with key decision-makers, suppliers and thought leaders, creating new business opportunities ahead of Interzoo.

“Petfood Forum Europe has become an important part of the Interzoo week in Nuremberg. Offering rich, up-to-date and specialized content for pet food experts, it is a unique opportunity to learn, exchange and network for all professionals from the pet industry. Its collocation with the world´s leading trade fair for the pet industry creates additional business opportunities for the whole supply chain. We couldn´t be happier about this excellent cooperation with Petfood Forum Events,” said Dr Rowena Arzt, head of exhibitions at Interzoo organizer WZF – Pet Industry Services.

Interzoo is the world’s largest marketing platform for the international pet supply industry. Manufacturers, wholesalers and service providers from 68 countries present products for pets and innovative pet supplies during each of the four days of the trade fair.

Registration details

The Petfood Forum Europe fee includes a multi-day pass to Interzoo, giving attendees the opportunity to combine their conference and trade fair visit and strengthen business contacts.

Petfood Forum Europe registration includes a full day of educational presentations, multiple networking coffee breaks, lunch and a networking reception. Registration for Interzoo 2026 is included with the fee to attend. Register here

  • Early bird rate (until March 31) – USD $540
  • Standard rate (April 1-May 11) – USD $565
Lynzee Branstetter, Marketing Manager, Petfood Forum and WATT Global Media

About the author

Lynzee Branstetter
Marketing Manager for Petfood Forum and WATT Global Media

Lynzee develops and leads marketing strategy across Petfood Forum and WATT Global Media’s pet food industry events portfolio, focusing on audience growth, brand strategy, and connecting pet food manufacturing professionals with educational and networking opportunities.