Animal Health Day 2025: A Professional Dialogue on the Future of Veterinary Medicine

On June 12, 2025, representatives of the State Scientific-Research Control Institute of Veterinary Medicinal Products and Feed Additives took part in Animal Health Day, organized by the European Business Association, with the participation of the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine, the State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection, industry associations, veterinary medicinal product manufacturers, distributors, and professional veterinary stakeholders.

Among the participants were the Institute’s Director Professor Volodymyr Stybel, Deputy Director Yurii Kosenko — one of the key speakers in the panel discussion “Registration and Production of Veterinary Medicinal Products: Current Challenges for the Industry” — Deputy Director for Scientific Work Iryna Mazur and Head of the Department Viktor Muzyka.

Key topics included the harmonization of Ukrainian legislation with European law in the veterinary sector, particularly the implementation of EU Regulation 2019/6 and the new edition of the Law of Ukraine “On Veterinary Medicine” No. 1206-IX, which will come into force on March 1, 2026.

Special attention was given to Draft Law No. 12285-d, which proposes amendments to a number of Ukrainian laws. The expected outcome is a transparent and effective legal framework that will foster market development, animal health protection, and product safety.

At the same time, the professional community raised a number of important questions related to the practical aspects of implementing these norms, particularly in regard to the redistribution of powers in the field of veterinary medicinal product registration. Participants emphasized the need for a balanced transition to new regulatory approaches, which would not only fulfill EU integration commitments but also preserve institutional expertise essential for quality control and professional accountability.

We sincerely thank the organizers for creating an open platform for dialogue and constructive exchange. We are convinced that such events contribute to developing solutions that align with both European standards and the real needs of Ukraine’s veterinary system.

Representatives of the State Scientific-Research Control Institute of Veterinary Medicinal Products and Feed Additives Participate in the 92nd General Session of WOAH in Paris

On May 26–30, 2025, the 92nd General Session of the World Assembly of Delegates of the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) is taking place in Paris. This is a key annual event in the field of veterinary medicine and global cooperation on animal health and biosecurity.

The Ukrainian delegation is headed by the Chairman of the State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection, Serhii Tkachuk, and his Deputy, Volodymyr Kursturov. Among the delegates are Volodymyr Stybel, Director of the State Scientific-Research Control Institute of Veterinary Medicinal Products and Feed Additives, and Yurii Kosenko, Deputy Director for International Relations.

The WOAH General Session brings together official delegates from member countries, representatives of international organizations, veterinary professionals, and scientists to discuss current challenges in animal health, infectious disease control, food safety, and scientific approaches to monitoring and prevention of zoonotic diseases.

As part of the event, the Ukrainian delegation held a series of bilateral meetings with representatives of the competent authorities of Canada, the Sultanate of Oman, Hungary, Lithuania, Poland, Moldiva, Turkey, Romania. The discussions focused on expanding exports of Ukrainian products, harmonizing veterinary certificates, improving control procedures, and enhancing cooperation within the framework of European integration. A separate meeting was also held with the Deputy Head of the WOAH Scientific Department to discuss the development and application of various vaccines, including those targeting African swine fever (ASF).

The participation of the Institute’s representatives in such a high-level event contributes to international cooperation in veterinary science and practice, fosters the development of professional and scientific connections, promotes awareness of modern approaches to biosecurity, and supports the integration of Ukrainian scientific institutions into the global professional community.

Knowledge, Partnership, Trust: Swedish Delegation in Lviv Opens a New Chapter of Cooperation

Swedish Delegation Visits the State Scientific-Research Control Institute of Veterinary Medicinal Products and Feed Additives

The State Scientific-Research Control Institute of Veterinary Medicinal Products and Feed Additives (Lviv, Ukraine) was honored to host a Swedish delegation as part of the international project “Knowledge Exchange: Challenges in the Food Supply Chain from a Sustainability Perspective.”

The delegation included representatives of the County Administrative Board of Dalarna and the Dalarna Competence Center:

  • Mikael Selander – Director of the Department for Sustainable Development;
  • Håkan Mowitz – Head of Rural Development;
  • Sten-Rune Lundin – Senior Advisor on Rural Development and the Agricultural Sector (Representative of the Dalarna Competence Center);
  • Mikael Röcking – Director of the Dalarna Competence Center.

The main purpose of the visit was to establish partnerships with Ukrainian colleagues and explore opportunities for future collaboration in international projects focused on sustainable agriculture and veterinary public health.

The County Administrative Board of Dalarna is a government authority responsible for implementing the decisions of the Swedish Government and Parliament. It coordinates the work of national agencies at the regional level and protects the interests of citizens and society. Its areas of responsibility include rural development, biodiversity, cultural heritage, integration, food safety control, animal welfare, and veterinary issues.

The visiting delegation represented the Dalarna Competence Center, whose mission is to strengthen the food supply chain through knowledge, innovation, and collaboration. The Center serves as a platform for cooperation between public authorities, the Federation of Swedish Farmers, local producers, and research institutions. Its core activities include the organization of courses, seminars, and networking events to promote sustainable solutions in the food sector.

The delegation was warmly welcomed by the Director of the Institute, Professor Volodymyr Stybel. The meeting was also attended by Lyudmyla Honcharenko, Director of the Department of Agro-Industrial Development of the Lviv Regional State Administration; Iryna Mazur, Deputy Director of the Institute for Scientific Affairs; and Yurii Kosenko, Deputy Director of the Institute for International Cooperation. During the visit, the guests were introduced to the Institute’s work, toured its modern laboratories, and learned about the scientific achievements of its research staff.

The State Scientific-Research Control Institute of Veterinary Medicinal Products and Feed Additives, based in Lviv, is a leading Ukrainian institution responsible for the state registration of veterinary medicinal products, biocides, and feed additives. Its core activities include:

  • scientific evaluation of registration dossiers and analytical testing,
  • development and validation of control methods for veterinary products,
  • research on the residues of active substances and their metabolites in edible tissues of food-producing animals,
  • monitoring of antimicrobial resistance.

The Institute is widely recognized in Ukraine as a scientific authority and maintains active cooperation with international organizations such as VICH, WOAH, and others.

This visit marks an important step toward strengthening international collaboration to enhance the sustainability and safety of the agri-food supply chain.