Smart World Awards 2025 – Celebrating Excellence in Livestock Farming

On 10 September 2025 at 19:30, the spotlight will shine on innovation and leadership in animal husbandry as the Smart World Awards take place at the 2020 Event Space in Sofia. The ceremony is part of the international forum Smart Poultry&Pig World, bringing together industry professionals, innovators, and policymakers to recognize outstanding achievements in the livestock sector.

The Smart World Awards were established to highlight and reward the companies, projects, and individuals who are shaping the future of farming through innovation, responsibility, and sustainable practices. In a rapidly evolving industry facing economic, technological, and environmental challenges, the awards serve as a platform to showcase best practices and inspire new ideas.

This year, the awards will be presented in five categories:

• Animal Health – honoring advancements and initiatives that protect animal welfare and improve veterinary practices.

• Animal Nutrition – recognizing innovations that enhance feed quality, efficiency, and sustainability in livestock nutrition.

• Smart Farm Tech – highlighting cutting-edge digital solutions, automation, and precision farming tools that transform daily farm operations.

• Sustainability – rewarding efforts to reduce environmental impact, improve resource efficiency, and promote eco-friendly practices.

• Innovation – celebrating pioneering ideas, technologies, or business models that set new standards in the livestock sector.

The winners will be chosen by a distinguished expert jury, including:

• Mr. Dobri Mitrev – Chairman of the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry

• Dr. Denitsa Dimcheva – Director of the Livestock Directorate at the Ministry of Agriculture and Food

• Dr. Iliyan Bachvarov – Veterinarian, former Director General of the National Veterinary Service

• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dimitar Belorechkov – Leading livestock and poultry expert

• Mr. Ivaylo Galabov – Chairman of the Bulgarian Poultry Union

The evening will be hosted by Mihail Dyuzev and Ralitsa Galabova, who will guide the audience through the award ceremony and an engaging entertainment program. Guests can look forward not only to inspiring success stories but also to a series of special performances that will add glamour and festivity to the event.

The Smart World Awards 2025 promise to be more than just a celebration—they are a recognition of the people and organisations driving progress in animal farming and a symbol of the sector’s commitment to a smarter, more sustainable future.