12 Reasons not to miss SPACE in 2025
In total 12 pig innovations at the upcoming trade show SPACE in Rennes, France, will be awarded with an Innov’Space award. Special attention should be paid to 2 of them, as they even received 2 stars.
This year, a total of 43 innovations are being awarded by the jury. Of these, 7 received 2 stars, while the remaining 36 prize-winning innovations were awarded 1 star. The 2025 edition will be held from 16 to 18 September.
Dynamic sorting and multiphase feeding in large groups⭐⭐
Socobati Calipro: OptiSort Feeding
OptiSort Feeding is a new feeding concept designed for large-group finishing systems. It combines dynamic sorting of pigs at each feeding area visit with multiphase feeding (4 to 5 different diets). Pigs of the same age group are segmented into 2 to 8 homogeneous subgroups by weight, significantly reducing variability and allowing better feed planning. This system is made possible by the next generation station, now equipped with a 3D camera that accurately estimates each pig’s weight at every passage, monitors individual growth (with RFID), and soon, evaluates body condition (muscle/fat profile). Sorting can be based on weight, growth, or body composition. Each group receives a diet tailored to its nutritional needs, improving performance and reducing waste. This patented concept offers gains of €0.15 to €1.20/pig depending on equipment level (with or without RFID), while improving batch uniformity and sustainability. (Hall 7 – booth C36-C36a)
Multi-criteria evaluation tool for pig production⭐⭐
IFIP – Institut du Porc: Multiporc
Multiporc is a web-based multi-criteria evaluation tool that provides objective, fact-based analysis of solutions for improving pig welfare. It enables pig farmers and technicians in the industry to visualise the impact on the farm of changes in farming practices or systems, innovations and new equipment and buildings designed to improve animal welfare. The tool guides and facilitates producers’ choices by providing them with an overview of the strengths and weaknesses of each solution, in a form that can be quickly mobilised thanks to rapid access to the final results in just 5 clicks from the home page. The tool’s design with partners will facilitate its appropriation by pig farmers, with the potential addition of new levers in the future. This tool is available free of charge on the IFIP website. (Hall 8 – booth B31)
App to organise farrowing assistance⭐
Rezoolution: Farrowin
FarroWin is a mobile decision-support application developed by Rezoolution Pig Consulting Services. It enables pig farmers to identify sows at risk of stillbirth within their herd and to implement preventive measures in advance, in collaboration with their technical advisors. The app predicts the stillbirth rate of a sow based on her parity, performance during the previous farrowing (total born, number of stillborn piglets) and backfat thickness before farrowing. One key advantage of the app is that it only uses data that are easy and quick to collect on-farm. Data entry is intuitive, and the farmer is guided step-by-step through the process. Then, the app generates a summary report with the predicted stillbirth rate for each sow and each batch. Once sows are identified, management and monitoring efforts can be focused on these animals. (Hall 8 – booth A12)
The connected barrel⭐
I-Tek: Sure-Tek
The Sure-Tek system consists of an electronic knob cylinder and a stainless steel lock for flawless operation in ammonia-laden environments. This device revolutionises access control because it allows a door to be opened directly with a smartphone using near field communication technology. Weatherproof, it allows permanent or temporary access management in real time via a secured application. It is thus possible to grant or revoke access to an external party, remotely, with a simple click. The mechanism eliminates the constraints of traditional systems (lost key, wear, theft, power supply). Economical, durable and easy to install, it reinforces security while reducing the environmental footprint since this system requires no key, no battery, no cable, no Wi-Fi, all without maintenance. (Hall 8 – booth A20)
Ultrasound robot dedicated to monitoring breeding pigs⭐
Asserva: ScanPig
This device integrates artificial intelligence, capable of automatically capturing ultrasound video sequences and estimating the backfat thickness in breeding pigs. It provides livestock producers with reliable and objective zootechnical data, enabling assessment of the animals’ physiological status and optimisation of decisions related to selection, reproduction and herd management. Through real-time, high-resolution analysis of multiple performance indicators (such as fat thickness, body condition and growth), the solution allows farm managers to respond quickly, adjust health monitoring protocols and implement targeted precision feeding strategies. The system operates non-invasively and does not require restraining the animals, significantly reducing stress and improving animal welfare. (Hall 8 – booth A21)
Reducing feed costs and supporting sustainability⭐
Provimi France: Aminoreach Dual
Faced with the challenges of protein feeding for pigs, Provimi, part of Cargill, has launched Aminoreach Dual. A combination of bacterial and fungal fermentation products and phytogenics, the product improves protein and amino acid digestibility in pigs, reducing feed costs without compromising zootechnical performance. With its dual mode of action – providing exogenous enzymatic activities and stimulating endogenous enzyme secretions –the product offers a broad spectrum of activity for improved digestive efficiency. The result: it supports gut health by reducing indigestible proteins while improving zootechnical performance. Economically, it helps reduce feed costs through better nutrient use, which in turn leads to higher remuneration per pig. Environmentally, it contributes to sustainability by reducing nitrogen emissions and the carbon footprint of pig production. (Hall 8 – booth B24)
Slurry pit cover system⭐
Deltex: Slurry pit cover system
Until now, no system was available to cover pits with geomembrane. The system allows pits to be covered with geomembrane and provides considerable advantages in covering concrete pits. It consists of a stainless steel tube tower placed in the centre of the pit, inside which a turbine is positioned 40 cm from the bottom of the pit and driven by an electric gear motor placed 150 cm above the maximum level of the slurry. At the top of the tower, return pulleys are fixed to gather the cables that start from the periphery of the pit and form a canopy over which a tarpaulin is stretched and fixed to the periphery of the pit. This canopy, with a 20% slope, allows rainwater to drain away. The mixing of the slurry is programmed by a device installed inside an electrical box placed a few meters from the pit and is done automatically 30 minutes per week without human intervention. (Hall 7 – booth A11)
Digital control solution of rodents⭐
MS Schippers: HyCare Digital Rodent Control
HyCare Digital Rodent Control (HyCare DRC) is tackling rodent control by combining biological control methods with modern digital technology. The method integrates traps, sensors and rodent-killing solutions into a smartphone-accessible app interface. The solution enables real-time analysis, remote monitoring, and management of rodent control, offering farmers a transparent system through a user-friendly interface accessible from anywhere.
By eliminating biocides, this approach avoids the development of resistance in rodents, making it a sustainable and eco-friendly solution. The system’s analytics provide deeper insights into pest behaviour and control effectiveness. The system also supports compliance with upcoming regulations expected in the coming years. (Hall 5 – booth B34)
Smart dosing pump for chlorine dioxyde and acidifiers⭐
MS Schippers: MS Smart Pump
Another prize-winning innovation by MS Schippers: a smart dosing pump. With liquid additive dosing, consistent precision equals performance. Yet, traditional dosing systems are blind to the constant environmental changes happening at your farm. Temperature shifts, water pressure variations and aging equipment are changing variables that impact dosing accuracy and with it, animal performance. In short, this is a dosing solution that doesn’t just pump at the same interval, but senses, thinks and adapts in real-time, ensuring every single drop of feed is delivered with surgical precision, regardless of environmental changes. The pump adapts to environmental changes, such as temperature, water pressure and water composition. Its progressive dosing feature prevents overuse of during peak flow, optimising additive performance and maximising biofilm control. (Hall 5 – booth B34)
Calculating LCA footprint criteria⭐
DSM-Firmenich: Sustell
Sustell is an online computing platform that calculates the 19 criteria of a full lifecycle assessment (LCA) footprint at various stages of animal protein production (poultry, swine, ruminants, and aquaculture). This environmental assessment can be carried out at the feed manufacturing level (feed mill or farm), at the farm production level (live animals, eggs, milk), and at the food processing level (slaughtering and cutting). Users have access to major internationally recognised databases. Users can supplement it with their own data to refine the results of the environmental footprint of their production and identify areas for improvement. Sustell and can connect to all feed formulation software on the market. (Hall 9 – booth D97)
Decision-making support platform for livestock producers⭐
Tell Elevage: TellCozy
TellCozy is a smart decision-support platform for livestock farmers, powered by AI. It connects animal behaviour with key environmental and management parameters to optimise both animal welfare and farm productivity. Using sensors (temperature, humidity, CO2, ammonia, dust, light) and 24/7 infrared cameras, the platform collects continuous data from the farm environment and animal behaviour. This data is processed by proprietary AI software using computer vision to detect postures and movement, and to calculate animal comfort. Through real-time dashboards and customisable weekly reports, farmers can monitor critical parameters at a glance and measure the impact of their decisions instantly. (Hall 10 – booth C76)
Veterinary teleconsultation platform⭐
Adventiel: VetLinkPlatform
In many regions, producers struggle to access a vet within timeframes compatible with the needs of sick animals. Veterinary practice in sparsely covered territories is hindered by vast areas to cover, at the cost of long travels. VetLinkPlatform, stemming from the 5G4Agri project, is a telemedicine solution adapted to these realities. It supports farmers and veterinarians at each stage: preparation of the video consultation with data sharing, implementation, then interconnection with professional tools to write a prescription. The vet’s connected equipment (stethoscope, ultrasound, smart glasses) and farm sensors transmit relevant data. 4G/5G compatibility ensures smooth transmission. It also enables connection between veterinarians to consult an expert or support a young practitioner. (Hall 3 – booth A05)
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