Your browser is out-of-date!

Update your browser to view this website correctly. Update my browser now

×

Entries open for Farm Vet of the Future award

Entries are open for the new Royal Bath and West Farm Vet of the Future Award, which seeks to recognise and celebrate the next generation of farm vets

“We’re pleased to introduce this new Farm Vet of the Future award, which carries with it the historical prestige of its dairy focused predecessor, as well as professional opportunity for the future,” says James Bardwell, Royal Bath and West council member and chair of the judging panel.

“In what is a very challenging industry, progressive committed young people need to be supported.

“This award does that and in a broad way across the large animal spectrum.”

Paddy Gordon, director and farm vet at Shepton Vets, and fellow judge, adds: “The award recognises the next generation of farm vets, while broadening the scope of the award beyond just dairy.

“We think the award is a good way of offering encouragement to those that take the initiative.”

The large animal veterinary sector is facing challenges with recruitment, explains Paddy: “We need to proactively help students understand the opportunities in large animal medicine, and offer support to those who are dedicated.”

To win the Farm Vet of the Future award, applicants will need to demonstrate a good understanding of disease and on-farm health challenges, he says.

“Candidates need to show they can digest and interpret all the science and distil it down into clear messages and actions.”

Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, which is providing a £1,000 cash prize for the winner, the Farm Vet of the Future award is open to UK final year vet students committed to becoming farm vets.

Entrants will need to submit a piece of work that demonstrates clinical knowledge and interest (case report, herd health project, elective or dissertation) and 300 to 500 words outlining what they think the role of a farm vet of the future should look like.

Applicants are invited to apply for the Farm Vet of the Future award by the closing date of Tuesday 11 April.

The winner and runner-up will have the opportunity to receive their awards at the opening ceremony of the Royal Bath and West Show.

To enter the Farm Vet of the Future award, visit the website.

The Royal Bath and West Show takes place on 1 to 3 June 2023 at The Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4 6QN. Competition entries can be made online. Book show tickets via the website.

Have you heard about our
Membership?

The number one resource for veterinary professionals.

From hundreds of CPD courses to clinical skills videos. There is something for everyone.

Discover more