Nominate now for young poultry vet of the year
The World Veterinary Poultry Association (WVPA) has opened its nominations for the Young Veterinarian of the Year 2013 Award.
Now in its second year, the winner is open to qualified poultry veterinarians who are under the age of 35 on 1 January 2013.
The winner will receive US$5,000 towards attending international scientific or continued professional education meetings of their choice.
WVPA President Dr Trevor Bagust, said: "WVPA is looking for someone who not only displays a commitment to bird health and customer care, but someone who goes above and beyond and demonstrates a real passion for the poultry industry.”
A panel of global poultry experts will judge the award and will determine the winner by May. The award will be presented at the XVIII Congress of the World Veterinary Poultry Association, Nantes, in August.
Nominees/applicants are asked to write, in 500 words or less, why they believe they should win the award, demonstrating their role and achievements in the industry.
Click here to nominate before the deadline on February 28.
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