29/12/2025
Animal Health Ireland (AHI) has been honoured by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) for its technical excellence and innovation in sustainable livestock transformation and animal health.
AHI was recognised in the category of Sustainable Livestock Transformation, One Health, Animal Health, and Reference Centres at a recent FAO ceremony, held in Rome. The prestigious event was recently part of the FAO’s 80th anniversary celebrations and the World Food Forum.
The award highlights organisations from around the world whose work contributes to global food security, sustainable development, and agrifood systems transformation, in line with FAO’s “Four Betters” vision – better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life.
AHI’s recognition follows a detailed submission made in June 2025 showcasing AHI’s best practices and innovations across its national animal health programmes.
The FAO Global Technical Recognition initiative celebrates outstanding technical achievements across six key domains, including sustainable livestock transformation, water and soil resource management, sustainable aquatic and plant production, and forest protection.
AHI’s inclusion among this select group of global leaders underscores Ireland’s pioneering role in sustainable livestock health and demonstrates the real-world impact of collaborative, science-driven approaches to AHI’s animal health programmes.
