Industry Prize

The BSAS Industry Prize celebrates early-career researchers whose work demonstrates clear relevance and application to the animal science industry. It highlights the importance of translating scientific innovation into practical solutions that benefit producers, consumers, and the wider sector.

Sarah Woodmartin received the 2025 Industry Prize for her impactful research addressing industry challenges in livestock production. Her work stood out for its practical relevance and potential to inform policy and on-farm decision-making.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must:

  • Be a BSAS member

  • Submit an abstract for the Annual Conference

  • If shortlisted, deliver an oral presentation that clearly communicates the  of their research

Judges assess entries based on scientific quality, clarity of presentation, and the potential for real-world impact across farming, food production, sustainability, or animal welfare.

Click here for full guidelines and eligibility criteria

Previous Recipients

  • 2025: Sarah Woodmartin

    Teagasc 

  • 2024: Shiv Ramveer

    Teagasc

  • 2023: James Cullen

    Waterfront Institute of Technology

  • 2022: Elisa Arnaud

    Teagasc, Ireland

  • 2021: Kerensa Hawkey

    Nottingham Univeristy

  • 2019: Bridgit Muasa

    Scotland's Rural College, UK

  • 2018: Hazel Rooney

    Teagasc, Ireland

  • 2017: Ellen Telow

    University of Nottingham, UK

  • 2016: David Johnston

    AFBI, UK

  • 2015: Grace Carroll

    Queen's University, Belfast, UK

  • 2014: Stephen Mackenzie

    Newcastle University, UK