18th Veterinary Science Congress 2026
AND NATIONAL SEMINAR
- 14-15 November 2026
- College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Mannuthy, Thrissur, Kerala
Theme
National Conference on 8th - 9th November 2025
The Academia-Industry Meet on 7th November 2025
Farmer-Scientist Meet on 9th November 2025
Post-conference Tour on 10th November 2025
Applications for Young Scientist Award open!
Welcome to
Theme
Innovating scientific livestock development and strengthening farmer well-being through sustainable animal health for Viksit Bharat
14th – 15th November 2026
CVAS Mannuthy, Thrissur
Indian Veterinary Association, Kerala cordially invites veterinarians, scientists, academicians, researchers, postgraduate and undergraduate students, field practitioners, wildlife professionals, livestock farmers, entrepreneurs, administrators and representatives of allied industries to participate in the 18th Veterinary Science Congress 2026 and National Seminar.
The two-day Congress will provide a multidisciplinary platform for scientific exchange, presentation of original research, discussion of field-level challenges and interaction among professionals working across animal health, livestock production, public health, wildlife, companion-animal practice, entrepreneurship and veterinary education.
The programme will include keynote and lead lectures, seven scientific sessions, oral and poster presentations, practitioner-oriented discussions, awards and honours and an Entrepreneur and Farmer Meet.
Chairman of the Congress
Hon.minister of state for Animal Husbandry Sri.George Kurian,Govt of India inaugurating Veterinary science Congress 2024
Hon.minister for Animal Husbandry,Kerala Smt.J.Chinjurani at the inaugural function of Veterinary science Congress 2023
7th Veterinary Science Congress - 2015 inaugurated by Prof (Dr) A K Srivastava, Hon' Vice Chancellor of National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, Haryana on 14th November, 2015, Pookode, Wayanad
- The Venue
The College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Mannuthy is a premier constituent college of Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University and a major centre for veterinary education, clinical service, research and extension in Kerala.
The campus is located at Mannuthy in Thrissur, a centrally situated city with convenient road and rail connectivity. Thrissur railway station and the KSRTC bus station provide easy access from different parts of Kerala. Cochin International Airport is the nearest major airport.
The college campus offers an appropriate academic environment for scientific sessions, professional interaction, exhibitions and farmer-oriented programmes. Thrissur is also renowned for its cultural heritage, educational institutions and easy connectivity to major destinations in the State.
- Our Journey
Indian Veterinary Association Kerala
Indian Veterinary Association, Kerala is a leading professional organisation representing veterinarians working and residing in the State. The Association has more than 2,500 members engaged in clinical practice, livestock production, veterinary education, research, wildlife management, breeding, public health, administration and allied sectors.
- Professional Advancement
IVA Kerala works towards professional advancement through scientific conferences, continuing veterinary education programmes, farmer education initiatives, leadership programmes, professional publications and observance of nationally and internationally important days.
- World Veterinary Day Award
The Association received the World Veterinary Day Award 2020, instituted by the World Veterinary Association and HealthforAnimals, in recognition of its activities based on the global theme of World Veterinary Day. IVA Kerala was also selected among the leading participating associations in the World Veterinary Day celebrations of 2021.
- Veterinary Science Congress
Through the Veterinary Science Congress, IVA Kerala aims to connect scientific research with field-level veterinary practice and livestock-sector development.
The Veterinary Science Congress
The Kerala Veterinary Science Congress was conceived by Indian Veterinary Association, Kerala in 2003 and has been organised annually since 2009. It provides a multidisciplinary platform for presenting scientific findings, sharing clinical experience, discussing livestock-sector challenges and developing practical solutions through research, innovation and professional collaboration.
The Congress encourages participation by postgraduate and undergraduate students, faculty members, researchers, field veterinarians, wildlife professionals, livestock entrepreneurs and representatives of allied industries. It enables young professionals to showcase their scientific work, practitioners to share field experience and researchers to interact with experts from different areas of veterinary and animal sciences.
The 18th Veterinary Science Congress will be held on 14 and 15 November 2026 at the College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Mannuthy, Thrissur.
Programme Highlights
Programme 1
Scientific Sessions
14th November 2026
National Conference on
Scientific Advancements and Sustainable Technologies in Animal Production, Health and Allied sectors for Viksit Bharat
Scientific Sessions
Scientific, research and clinical abstracts are invited from postgraduate students, undergraduate students, faculty members, scientists, field veterinarians and professionals from allied sectors for oral and poster presentation under the following seven technical sessions.
Session Ⅰ
Basic Veterinary and Allied Sciences
Fundamental and translational work in anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, microbiology, parasitology, pharmacology, biotechnology, bioinformatics, diagnostics, food science and other allied areas.
Session Ⅱ
Farm Animal Health
Research and field experience relating to cattle, buffalo, small ruminants, pigs and other farm animals, with emphasis on preventive health, diagnosis, therapeutics, reproduction, herd health and biosecurity.
Session Ⅲ
A Practitioner’s Approach to Disease Conditions
Problem-oriented clinical approaches, field diagnosis, therapeutic decision-making, emergency management, case reports and practical solutions relevant to veterinary practitioners.
Session Ⅳ
Climate Change, One Health and Wildlife
Climate-sensitive animal-health challenges, zoonoses, antimicrobial resistance, ecosystem health, wildlife medicine, disease interfaces, conservation, conflict mitigation and One Health approaches.
Session Ⅴ
Livestock and Poultry Production
Breeding, nutrition, management, poultry production, livestock products, extension, economics, entrepreneurship, welfare, precision farming, value addition and sustainable production systems.
Session Ⅵ
Pet Birds and Companion Animal Health
Preventive medicine, diagnostics, clinical and surgical care, nutrition, behaviour, welfare and emerging health issues in dogs, cats, pet birds and other companion animals.
Session VII
Budding Vets Session
A dedicated platform for undergraduate veterinary students to present scientific ideas, innovations, case-based learning, reviews, field observations and emerging professional perspectives.
Programme 2
Vet Vistas - 2025
7th November 2025
The Academia-Industry Meet
(Vet Vistas - 2025)
Careers in Veterinary Science: Pathways, Opportunities and Impact
The upcoming 18th edition of Veterinary Science Congress organized by Indian Veterinary Association (IVA) Kerala during 14th – 15th November 2025 at the College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Pookode, Wayanad will focus on contributing strategies for developing the human resources in the Veterinary and Animal Husbandry sector to contribute to the vision of Hamara Sankalp Viksit Bharat. As a part of this initiative, IVA Kerala is launching a Academia-Industry Meet, Vet Vistas- 2025 on 7th November, 2025 in association with the Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Pookode.
Programme 2
Entrepreneur and Farmer Meet
15th November 2026
Entrepreneur and Farmer Meet
The Entrepreneur and Farmer Meet will facilitate direct interaction among veterinarians, livestock farmers, entrepreneurs, scientists, administrators and representatives of the livestock industry. The programme will focus on innovative farming practices, entrepreneurship opportunities, technology adoption, value addition, animal-health management and sustainable livestock development.
