Science and a coherent policy framework are essential to sustainable livestock development
Held in Hanoi from October 28 to 31, 2026, the 21st Asian-Australasian Association of Animal Production Societies Animal Science Congress (AAAP 2026), under the theme “Sustainable animal production,” brought together scientists, policymakers and business representatives from 45 countries and territories. The congress featured 1,111 scientific papers selected by the organizers. Discussions highlighted the growing importance of disease resilience, reduced environmental impacts, more efficient resource use and improved production systems in achieving sustainable livestock development. Science and technology, institutional reform and international cooperation are central to addressing these challenges.
