Recognition of the Profession
Veterinarians, livestock specialists and laboratory specialists take centre stage in an international professional award.
Established by LINTEGA Media Group and Veterinary and Life
An international award for professionals in agricultural veterinary medicine: veterinarians, livestock specialists, laboratory specialists, scientists and students.
SCIENCE
PEOPLE
ANIMAL HEALTH
SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
PEOPLE
ANIMAL HEALTH
SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
VETASTRA — International Award in Agricultural Veterinary Medicine
Established by LINTEGA Media Group and Veterinary and Life
An international award for professionals in agricultural veterinary medicine: veterinarians, livestock specialists, laboratory specialists, scientists and students.
SCIENCE
PEOPLE
ANIMAL HEALTH
SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
PEOPLE
ANIMAL HEALTH
SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
Application deadline
For practitioners, scientists, students and organisations
Total prize fund
Application deadline
For practitioners, scientists, students and organisations
Total prize fund
ESTABLISHED BY
WITH THE SUPPORT OF
GENERAL PARTNER
ESTABLISHED BY
WITH THE SUPPORT OF
GENERAL PARTNER
The People Safeguarding Global Food Security
The Award brings together professionals from countries facing common animal health challenges — from veterinary practice and laboratory diagnostics to research, veterinary pharmaceutical production and public veterinary administration.
The People Safeguarding Global Food Security
The Award brings together professionals from countries facing common animal health challenges — from veterinary practice and laboratory diagnostics to research, veterinary pharmaceutical production and public veterinary administration.
The purpose of the award
Their Work Often Stays Unseen.
We Are Changing That.
VETASTRA recognises the people behind this work. Animal health and food security depend on thousands of farm visits, laboratory tests and professional decisions made before a disease has a chance to spread.
Bringing Young Professionals into the Sector
A dedicated student category and a focus on young professionals help attract a new generation to agricultural veterinary medicine.
Shared Security
Animal diseases know no borders. The Award brings together best practices from countries working collectively to address common threats.
WHO WE RECOGNISE
Eight Categories
The Award is open to veterinary professionals and specialists in related fields. Three prizes are awarded in each category.
INDIVIDUAL CATEGORIES
For practitioners and scientists
Veterinarian of the Year
A practising veterinarian working with agricultural animals on farms, in public veterinary services or at agricultural enterprises.
Livestock Specialist of the Year
A professional who has made a significant contribution to the productivity, husbandry and welfare of agricultural animals.
Veterinary Laboratory Specialist of the Year
A laboratory professional contributing to diagnostics, monitoring and veterinary safety.
Veterinary Scientist of the Year
A scientist whose research has practical value for agricultural veterinary medicine and animal production.
STUDENT CATEGORY
For future professionals
Future Veterinary Professional of the Year
A student at a specialised university with outstanding academic, research or practical achievements.
INSTITUTIONAL CATEGORIES
For organisations
Veterinary Laboratory of the Year
A public or private laboratory demonstrating high professional standards and a strong track record in veterinary diagnostics and research.
Veterinary Pharmaceutical Manufacturer of the Year
A domestic or international manufacturer of veterinary medicines, vaccines and diagnostic products.
Veterinary Authority of the Year
A regional veterinary service or authority demonstrating outstanding results in maintaining animal health and preventing the spread of animal diseases.
PRIZES AND AWARDS
Prize Fund
≈ RUB 8 million
Three prizes are awarded in each of the eight categories.
1ST PLACE
RUB500,000
2ND PLACE
RUB300,000
3RD PLACE
RUB200,000
PRIZES AND AWARDS
Prize Fund
≈ RUB 8 million
Three prizes are awarded in each of the eight categories.
1ST PLACE
RUB500,000
2ND PLACE
RUB300,000
3RD PLACE
RUB200,000
Transparent Selection Process
International Jury
JURY MEMBERS
Representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation and Rosselkhoznadzor, as well as Chief Veterinary Officers of participating countries.
Expert Panel
Scientists from specialised research institutes and universities, representatives of the veterinary community and industry experts.
The jury composition is subject to approval and will be published separately.
Decisions are made by experts trusted by veterinary authorities across different countries. The process is transparent from application submission through to the final vote.
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Consistent Criteria
The Award Regulations and Jury assessment procedures are approved by the Organising Committee.
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Assessment Process
Applications are assessed against standardised criteria. Shortlisted finalists in individual categories then present their achievements online. Institutional categories are assessed on the basis of submitted applications only.
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Transparency
Video features about the finalists and the final voting results are published online.
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Independence
Jury members with a conflict of interest involving an entrant must recuse themselves. Award partners have no influence on the assessment process.
road to victory
Award Stages
The VETASTRA Award takes place in several stages, from application submission and expert assessment to online presentations for finalists in individual categories and the official awards ceremony.
road to victory
Award Stages
The VETASTRA Award takes place in several stages, from application submission and expert assessment to online presentations for finalists in individual categories and the official awards ceremony.
Award Announcement
Official launch during the plenary session of a forum in Moscow.
Application Period
Multilingual application submission, moderation and verification of submitted information.
CURRENT STAGEJury Evaluation
Expert assessment of applications and selection of shortlisted candidates.
Online Presentations
The second assessment stage: shortlisted finalists in individual categories present their achievements online.
Awards Ceremony
Official ceremony honouring the Award winners and prize recipients.
Award Announcement
Official launch during the plenary session of a forum in Moscow.
Application Period
Multilingual application submission, moderation and verification of submitted information.
CURRENT STAGEJury Evaluation
Expert assessment of applications and selection of shortlisted candidates.
Online Presentations
The second assessment stage: shortlisted finalists in individual categories present their achievements online.
Awards Ceremony
Official ceremony honouring the Award winners and prize recipients.
FOR PARTNERS
Become a Partner of the International Award in Agricultural Veterinary Medicine
The Award is supported by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation and Rosselkhoznadzor. The General Partner of the Award is Russian Agricultural Bank.
We invite companies and organisations to join the project and contribute to the development of agricultural veterinary medicine.
We invite companies and organisations to join the project and contribute to the development of agricultural veterinary medicine.
Discuss Partnership Opportunities:
Lintega Media Group Sales Department
+7 (967) 133-08-09
Opportunities for Your Business:
- Recognition and Influence: A dedicated award category named after your company and participation in the Organising Committee.
- Direct Access to Industry Decision-Makers: Opportunities to engage with senior representatives of veterinary authorities and agricultural enterprises in Russia and partner countries.
- Year-Round PR Campaign: Media coverage across LINTEGA Media Group's platforms and professional video production, including company features and reports.
FOR PARTNERS
Become a Partner of the International Award in Agricultural Veterinary Medicine
The Award is supported by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation and Rosselkhoznadzor. The General Partner of the Award is Russian Agricultural Bank.
We invite companies and organisations to join the project and contribute to the development of agricultural veterinary medicine.
We invite companies and organisations to join the project and contribute to the development of agricultural veterinary medicine.
Discuss Partnership Opportunities:
Lintega Media Group Sales Department
+7 (967) 133-08-09
Opportunities for Your Business:
- Recognition and Influence: A dedicated award category named after your company and participation in the Organising Committee.
- Direct Access to Industry Decision-Makers: Opportunities to engage with senior representatives of veterinary authorities and agricultural enterprises in Russia and partner countries.
- Year-Round PR Campaign: Media coverage across LINTEGA Media Group's platforms and professional video production, including company features and reports.
Who Is Behind the Award
Roles and Responsibilities
LINTEGA Media Group and its industry publications manage the Award, government authorities provide industry expertise and institutional support, while the General Partner contributes to the prize fund.
Founders
LINTEGA Media Group, Veterinary and Life, and Agroexpert
Award regulations, application process, coordination of the jury, media coverage and awards ceremony.
With the Support of
Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation and Rosselkhoznadzor
Industry expertise and institutional support, participation in the jury and awards ceremony.
General Partner
Russian Agricultural Bank
Together with industry partners, contributes to the Award's prize fund.
Enter the VETASTRA Award
AWARD APPLICATION
Take part in the VETASTRA International Award in Agricultural Veterinary Medicine. Choose the appropriate category and tell us about your professional achievements, projects and contributions to the development of the industry.
Complete your application on a dedicated page hosted by FormDesigner.
The application form will open in a new tab.
AWARD REGULATIONS
AWARD REGULATIONS
Application Form
Enter the VETASTRA Award
AWARD APPLICATION
Take part in the VETASTRA International Award in Agricultural Veterinary Medicine. Choose the appropriate category and tell us about your professional achievements, projects and contributions to the development of the industry.
Complete your application on a dedicated page hosted by FormDesigner.
The application form will open in a new tab.
AWARD REGULATIONS
AWARD REGULATIONS
Application Form
The Award was established by LINTEGA Media Group and the federal publication Veterinary and Life, with the support of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation and Rosselkhoznadzor.
Contacts
The Award
LINTEGA Media Group © Veterinary and Life, 2026
16+
The Award was established by LINTEGA Media Group and the federal publication Veterinary and Life, with the support of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation and Rosselkhoznadzor.
Contacts
The Award
LINTEGA Media Group © Veterinary and Life, 2026
16+
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