Sustainability Impact Award 2026 moves to final selection

With admission officially closed, the award selection process has entered its next phase. An independent jury has started reviewing entries to select 3 finalists ahead of VIV Europe 2026, held 2-4 June in Utrecht, the Netherlands.

The Sustainability Impact Award 2026, initiated by Misset International, has attracted more than 100 submissions, representing a broad and diverse range of innovations from across the global feed, livestock and animal protein value chain.

Trends in the 2026 submissions

A first review of the 2026 entries revealed clear trends shaping innovation in animal nutrition and production.

Protein transition and circularity dominate the field, as a significant share of applications focuses on alternative and circular protein sources, including insect proteins, fermentation-derived proteins, bioethanol co-products and upcycled agri-food residues. Many solutions directly address Europe’s structural dependence on imported soy by offering regional, low-carbon protein alternatives with reduced land-use change and deforestation risk.

A second major theme is animal health as a key driver of sustainability. Numerous entries target reduced antibiotic use through probiotics, phytogenics, improved gut health, biosecurity scoring tools and precision feeding systems.

Data and decision support also feature prominently, with life-cycle assessment (LCA) platforms, feed formulation tools and nutrient cycle assessments helping producers quantify and verify sustainability impact.

Many entries also emphasise efficiency, recognising it as one of the fastest ways to reduce climate impact.

Jury evaluation underway

The jury will assess all entries against a balanced set of criteria covering environmental impact, economic viability, animal health and social relevance. From this pool, 3 finalists will be selected, each representing a solution with proven impact and strong potential to inspire wider industry adoption.

Being present at the award show

The selected finalists will be announced in the lead-up to VIV Europe 2026 where the ultimate winner will be revealed on 3 June 2026, during a grand evening event in Utrecht, the Netherlands. It is possible to secure tickets and enjoy a luxurious evening filled with good food, good company and good conversations, see below.

How to attend the Sustinainability Impact Award 2026 event