For Immediate Release
International Production & Processing Expo
Tucker, Ga. - January 15, 2026

2026 IPPE Silent Auction to Assist Atlanta Community Food Bank

A diverse lineup of items, ranging from sports memorabilia and entertainment and historical collectibles to VIP trips and hunting packages, along with jewelry, handbags, and curated spirit and wine packages, will be auctioned during the 2026 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) in Atlanta, Jan. 27 – 29.

The silent auction is presented through the special collaboration of IPPE and Expo Auctions. Net proceeds will benefit the Atlanta Community Food Bank, a non-profit organization that helps more than 755,000 people obtain healthy food each year throughout metro Atlanta and North Georgia.

“The IPPE attendees and exhibitors are essential partners in feeding a growing global population. We are proud to once again offer the IPPE silent auction as a way to support the Atlanta Community Food Bank and its ongoing work to combat hunger across Atlanta and North Georgia,” said IPPE show organizers.

Silent auctions will take place on each day of the 2026 IPPE, beginning at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 27, and ending at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 29. Show attendees and exhibit personnel will be able to view most of the auction items displayed on tables located on the trade show floor at BC34104 and level 4 of the B-Building or via the official auction website. Expo Auctions' mobile bidding platform allows bidders to participate from anywhere in the world using their smartphones.

Text notifications and communication of payment options and pick-up will be sent to bid winners at the close of each day’s auction. Winning bidders, including those not attending the 2026 IPPE, will be charged for shipping their merchandise if required.

More information about the 2026 IPPE, including registration details and lodging, is available at ippexpo.org.

About IPPE
The International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) is a collaboration of three shows - International Feed Expo, International Meat Expo and the International Poultry Expo - representing the entire chain of protein production and processing. The event is sponsored by the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA), the Meat Institute and U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY).

About AFIA
Founded in 1909, the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA), based in Arlington, Va., is the world's largest organization devoted exclusively to representing the business, legislative and regulatory interests of the U.S. animal food industry and its suppliers. The organization's membership is comprised of more than 650 domestic and international companies that represent the total feed industry-manufacturers of commercial and integrated feed and pet food, ingredient suppliers, pharmaceutical companies, industry support and equipment manufacturers. AFIA members manufacture more than 75% of the feed and 70% of the non-grain ingredients used in the country. AFIA is also recognized as the leader on international industry developments and holds membership in the International Feed Industry Federation (IFIF).

About the Meat Institute
The Meat Institute represents the full community of people and companies who make the majority of meat American families rely on every day. The Meat Institute's hands-on regulatory and technical expertise, proactive advocacy, unique convening power, collaboration within and beyond animal agriculture, and sector-leading continuous improvement initiatives drive relationships and resources that ensure meat continues to be a vital, trusted pillar of healthy diets and thriving communities for generations to come. To learn more, visit MeatInstitute.org.

About USPOULTRY
U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY) is the All Feather Association progressively serving its poultry and egg members through research, education, communications and technical services. Founded in 1947, USPOULTRY is based in Tucker, Georgia.

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