The Politics and Education Plenary Session at the 16th European Poultry Congress (EPC) in Valencia featured an innovative approach with all presentations delivered digitally. Organized by the Asociación Española de Ciencia Avícola, the session, chaired by Mr. Ghassan Sayegh of Middle East Agrifood Publishers (MEAP) and Professor Peter van Horne of Wageningen Economic Research, embraced technology to enhance engagement and accessibility.
Instead of traditional printed copies, all slides were presented digitally, offering interactive features that enriched the audience's experience. Each presentation seamlessly integrated with MEAP Events, an app showcasing the comprehensive program and details of the EPC. This digital integration allowed attendees to navigate directly to relevant sessions, speaker profiles, and additional resources, fostering a more dynamic and interactive learning environment.
The MEAP Events app also featured abstracts for 285 research studies presented over three days, providing attendees with comprehensive insights into the latest advancements and scientific findings in the poultry sector. This extensive repository of research abstracts further enhanced the value of the digital platform, enabling participants to explore a wide range of topics and access detailed information at their fingertips.
In addition, the poster presentations at the EPC were sponsored by MSD, highlighting their commitment to supporting scientific innovation and research in the poultry industry. This sponsorship underscored the collaborative efforts between industry leaders and research communities to advance poultry health and production practices.
The decision to go paperless not only aligned with modern technological trends but also underscored the congress's commitment to sustainability. By reducing paper usage, the EPC demonstrated its dedication to minimizing environmental impact while maximizing attendee engagement and convenience.
Throughout the session, digital presentations by keynote speakers such as Dr. Vincent Guyonnet, Mr. Nan-Dirk Mulder, and others were well-received for their clarity, interactivity, and seamless integration with the MEAP Events app. Attendees appreciated the ease of accessing detailed information and engaging with the content in real-time, reflecting the congress's forward-thinking approach to leveraging technology in scientific and educational forums.
The interactive digital presentations at the Politics and Education Plenary Session not only set a precedent for future EPC events but also highlighted the potential of digital tools to transform learning and networking experiences in the poultry industry and beyond.
