In 2012, it is estimated that more than 1,250 exhibitors and 80,000 professional visitors, including 3,300 from abroad, will be present at the exhibition. Located at the heart of the Massif Central, in the largest beef cattle breeding region in Europe, the SOMMET is a business forum primarily devoted to showing animals.
In 2012, more than 2,000 animals of high genetic value will be presented at the show (22 French and European cattle breeds, 26 sheep breeds, 16 horse breeds, etc.).
Main lines of agricultural policy
Every year the show, which is a veritable platform for agricultural policy, is inaugurated by the most important representatives of the state who come to meet the professionals from the agricultural sector.
For 3 days, the SOMMET DE L''ELEVAGE offers a wide-ranging programme including visits to farms, professional events, demonstrations of quality and several conferences and symposia dealing with agricultural current affairs.The 21st SOMMET DE L''ELEVAGE (3-5 October 2012) in Clermont-Ferrand (France) is set to host 1,250 exhibitors, 80,000 professional visitors, and 2,000 animals of top-class genetic value.
Located in central France, which has birthed the world''s most famous beef cattle breeds, the SOMMET is an exceptional showcase for French livestock breeding.
Every year, the SOMMET lines up a rich programme of livestock showings, breed competitions, technical innovations, business forums, professional trade events and conferences on hot issues in farming.
WHY EXHIBIT?
This 21st edition of the SOMMET DE L''ELEVAGE will also play host to national show competitions for the cattle breeds Blonde d''Aquitaine and Abondance and the sheep breeds Suffolk and Charollais.
OPTIMAL EXHIBITION CONDITIONS
The SOMMET DE L''ELEVAGE spans over 170,000 m² of floorspace, providing optimal exhibition conditions, with both indoor and open-air trade fair stands, specifically-dedicated livestock halls, demonstration areas, an integrated conference centre, gourmet restaurants, and more... everything is organized to welcome exhibitors into a visitor-friendly setting that offers top-quality services.
PROFILE OF THE EXHIBITORS
The 2011 event hosted 1,250 exhibitors from 89 French départements and 31 countries worldwide.
Whether you are a service provider, licensed distributor, producer or importer, the SOMMET DE L''ELEVAGE offers a unique forum bringing businesses and livestock breeders together.