Feeds & Nutrition 2026

The Feeds & Nutrition course is a highly anticipated annual event, designed to provide comprehensive knowledge and practical insights into feed production. With a modular structure, participants can tailor their own program based on their specific interests.

Who should attend

This course is ideal for nutritionists, purchasing managers, and professionals in the feed or allied industries. It covers both theoretical and practical aspects of feed formulation and production for various species. Whether you're new to the field or have years of experience, the modular structure allows you to tailor the programme to your professional needs and learning goals. The training is conducted in English.

What you will learn

The Feeds & Nutrition course offers a balanced combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application. By attending, you will:

• Deepen your understanding of species-specific nutritional requirements

• Gain insight into nutrient evaluation methods and feed formulation strategies

• Stay up to date on recent scientific developments in animal nutrition

• Learn how to apply theory directly to your day-to-day work

Course design and set up

You have the flexibility to create your own personalized program by choosing from a selection of fourteen diverse modules. Our program is designed to cater to individuals with varying backgrounds and knowledge levels, offering modules that delve into the principles of nutrition, nutrient evaluation topics, applied nutrition, and feed formulation. Each module is taught by experts from Schothorst Feed Research and industry, and includes lectures, case studies, and interactive discussions.

SFR provides an in-depth overview of the latest scientific developments in animal nutrition and health. More importantly, we focus on practical applications to help you work more efficiently throughout the year.

📅 Dates: 15-19 June 2026
📍 Location: Inntel Hotels Zaandam, The Netherlands
⏰ Time: 9:00 – 16:00 CEST (followed by an informal networking session)

What participants say 

Many participants described the programme as a valuable refresher and an effective way to stay up to date with the latest developments in animal nutrition. The most frequently mentioned strengths included:

• The international setting, offering insights from diverse perspectives

• The comprehensive and modular content, suited to a wide range of professionals

• The networking opportunities, both during and after the sessions

Together, these experiences underline the course’s reputation as a reliable and valued learning experience for professionals across the global feed industry.

Programme

Below you will find the modules that make up the Feeds & Nutrition 2026 programme. The programme is designed to provide a solid scientific foundation combined with direct applicability to professional practice in the feed and nutrition sector.
Each module is delivered by experienced SFR trainers and external experts, ensuring an up-to-date and practice-oriented perspective on current topics in animal nutrition.

• Feedstuffs (2 days, 15 and 16 June)
• Mycotoxins (1 day, 15 June)
• Recent developments in animal nutrition (1 day, 16 June)
• Nutrient evaluation swine (1 day, 16 June)
• Applied Swine nutrition (3 days, 17, 18 and 19 June)
• Applied Poultry nutrition (3 days, 17, 18 and 19 June)
• Advanced Dairy nutrition (1 day, 17 June)
• Applied Dairy nutrition (2 days, 18 and 19 June)

Costs

The fee for a one-day module is €1,284 per day per person (excluding VAT and accommodation).

Discounts

• Early bird (before 1 April): 5%
• Two modules per person: 5%
• Three or more modules: 10%

Scholarships/Fellowships

Please note that SFR does not offer any grants, scholarships, or fellowships for participation in our courses or conferences.

All participants are expected to arrange their own funding and cover the associated expenses, including registration fees, travel, and accommodation. We recommend exploring potential funding opportunities through your own institution, professional organizations, or national research and development programs.