The German Agricultural Society (Deutsche Landwirtschafts-Gesellschaft), commonly known as DLG, is an international non-profit organisation serving the agricultural industry in Germany. DLG was founded in 1885 by Max Eyth, has over 23,000 members as of 2011 and is headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. Its main purpose is to promote technical progress and scientific advances in the food and agricultural industry, including setting standards.
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Activities
The main activities of DLG are:
Arrangement of seminars and other educational activities for its members
Advise to members
Publication of books and magazines related to the food and agriculture industry
Testing of food and beverage products, including wine, which may qualify for a "DLG Award" which can then be displayed on the product.
Testing of agricultural machinery
Participation in international trade fairs
The DLG organises agricultural trade fairs and exhibitions such as Agritechnica, EuroTier, Anuga FoodTec, PotatoEurope, and DLG Field Days.