DLG (German Agricultural Society)

The Deutsche Landwirtschafts-Gesellschaft (DLG), founded in 1885 and based in Frankfurt, is one of Germany’s most influential organizations in the field of agriculture and food production. DLG promotes innovation, efficiency, and sustainability across the entire agricultural value chain. The organization is best known internationally for organizing major agricultural exhibitions, including Agritechnica, the world’s leading trade fair for agricultural machinery, and EuroTier, the premier global trade fair for animal production. Beyond its events, DLG provides testing, certification, and quality assurance services for agricultural machinery, equipment, and food products, establishing recognized benchmarks for performance and sustainability. The organization also conducts research, publishes technical guidelines, and runs educational programs supporting farmers and agri-food businesses in improving their practices. DLG engages actively with the transition toward more sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture, developing solutions related to precision farming, resource efficiency, and reduced environmental impact. Its network brings together thousands of agricultural professionals, researchers, and companies, facilitating knowledge exchange across Germany and beyond.