In September 2025, the Netherlands made a strong appearance at KISTOCK, Korea’s largest livestock expo, held at EXCO in Daegu. The LAN team of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands successfully hosted the Netherlands Pavilion, bringing together leading Dutch companies to introduce cutting-edge technologies that can help transform Korea’s livestock sector towards smart, sustainable farming.
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NL pavilion Nedap booth
The Netherlands pavilion highlights
The Netherlands Pavilion featured a strong line-up of companies renowned for their innovative solutions: Lely, Hanskamp, Nedap, MS Schippers, and JBT Marel. Each presented practical technologies ranging from automation and precision feeding systems to data-driven livestock management and improved animal welfare solutions.
The Pavilion drew the attention of many Korean farmers, researchers, and industry representatives who were keen to learn from Dutch best practices.
Knowledge sharing and engagement
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Agricultural Counsellor speaking at WAAM seminar
One of the highlights during the KISTOCK was the seminar organized by WAAM (Wageningen Agriculture Advanced Masterclass). The program opened with a congratulatory address by the Agricultural Counsellor, who underlined the importance of WAAM and stressed the need for strong cooperation between the Netherlands and Korea in advancing sustainable livestock farming. The Agricultural Advisor followed with an introduction to Dutch agricultural development, offering Korean farmers insights into how the Netherlands has embraced innovation to enhance productivity and sustainability.
The seminar also featured an inspiring keynote by Dr. Robert Hoste of Wageningen University & Research (WUR). In his presentation on smart livestock farming, Dr. Hoste highlighted that “the future is already here” and emphasized that adopting innovative technologies is ultimately the choice of farmers themselves. His remarks encouraged Korean participants to view smart farming not only as a technological shift but also as an opportunity for transformation and competitiveness.
Although modest in scale, the seminar proved highly fruitful, fostering meaningful dialogue and leaving a strong impression on Korean farmers eager to explore the next steps toward smart livestock farming.
Positive outcomes
The participation of the Netherlands at KISTOCK proved to be a success. The Pavilion not only gave visibility to Dutch agritech companies but also demonstrated concrete pathways for Korea’s transition toward smart livestock farming. Farmers expressed strong interest in the technologies presented, and several conversations have already opened doors for further cooperation and potential partnerships.
Looking ahead
For the Netherlands, KISTOCK 2025 was more than just an expo – it was an opportunity to reaffirm the Netherlands’ position as a partner in innovation. By showcasing sustainable and future-proof solutions, the LAN team and Dutch companies helped build momentum for Korea’s livestock sector to embrace smart farming practices.
The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Seoul will continue to facilitate knowledge sharing and partnerships that connect Dutch expertise with Korean ambitions in livestock farming.
For future collaboration opportunities, Dutch and Korean stakeholders may contact the LAN team at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Seoul via e-mail: SEO-LVVN@minbuza.nl.
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NL pavilion JBT Marel booth