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This 39th edition broke all records, hosting 1,230 exhibitors from 40 countries and 102,528 visitors, including 14,011 international attendees (+11%) from 125 countries. Wednesday was particularly busy, with 45,781 visitors—the highest daily attendance in the history of the Show.
The diversity of visitor origins, with 125 countries represented, also set a record. The strong enthusiasm for this event was already evident during the exhibitor registration period, when organizers were not always able to accommodate requests for larger spaces or spots in certain halls.
These three days were an immense success and allowed livestock industries from Western France to fully showcase their strength in a truly global setting, made tangible by the participation of numerous international delegations.
Unprecedented international and media participation
This year, SPACE further strengthened its role as a major international platform at the crossroads of innovation and strategic partnerships for the agriculture of tomorrow. The Top Buyers operation, organized in partnership with Business France, brought together 25 high-potential investors from around the world. Professionals from West Africa with investment and development projects were also in Rennes during this week. Senegal, Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Guinea, Cameroon, Nigeria… all came with concrete projects for livestock in their countries. Young Africans also benefited from the first poultry training program tailored for hot-climate countries. This project, carried out with Innôzh, represents another step for SPACE in supporting the development of African livestock sectors.
An agreement was signed with the Maison de l’Europe to strengthen the presence of European decision-makers at SPACE, allowing leaders from Western France to engage in direct exchanges during their Show.
Artificial intelligence, the highlight of the “Espace for the Future”
The Espace for the Future, organized by the Chambers of Agriculture, focused this year on the theme of artificial intelligence. Round tables, expert workshops, and the equipment on display in this area allowed visitors to discover useful solutions for livestock farmers and to debate the relevance and opportunities offered by these new technologies. Discussions centered first and foremost on the well-being of farmers and animals, but also on saving time, reducing arduous tasks, optimizing livestock management, and lowering environmental impact. Participants also discovered the robot dog, the Apple Watch for cows, and many other innovations designed to make farmers’ work easier and to enhance the attractiveness of farming professions and operations.
A wonderful anniversary for the 30 years of Innov’Space
Innov’Space celebrated its 30th anniversary this year, showcasing the companies most awarded during this period. This retrospective highlighted the advances made available by all these suppliers in service of livestock farmers. New technologies and digital tools enabling predictive analysis are increasingly being developed, as perfectly illustrated by the list of this year’s 43 award winners. At SPACE, the stars of livestock innovation truly shine.
Unique content and a source of information and inspiration
All the rich content of SPACE 2025, fueled by the energy in the aisles and on the stands, was further enhanced by a record number of conferences, SPACE TV broadcasts (over 50), and debates. More than 120 events took place over the three days, offering all participants the opportunity to gain insights on topics such as farm succession, carbon footprint reduction, property rights and data sharing, precision feeding, water quality, adaptation to the effects of climate change, and many more. Together, they made SPACE an unparalleled venue for the transfer of knowledge and experience, serving the progress of the livestock sectors.
This 2025 edition of SPACE will be remembered not only for its records but also for its constant vibrancy. Over three days, it infused energy and passion into the aisles—something each and every participant can now carry back to their own region or country. It is a strong testament to SPACE’s influence and its ability to unite all sectors in showcasing the expertise of our farmers and exhibitors.
We look forward to seeing you all at SPACE 2026, from Tuesday, September 15 to Thursday, September 17, at the Rennes Exhibition Center.
September 22, 2025 - SPACE
