In a significant recognition of its contributions to sustainable agriculture, VetosEurope, an agritech company headquartered in Lugano, Switzerland, has been honored with four prestigious awards from World Business Outlook magazine. The accolades—Best AgriTech Innovation & Climate Impact Innovation Award Europe 2026, Most Sustainable Agriculture Solution of the Year Europe 2026, Best Scientific Research & Development Excellence Award Europe 2026, and Outstanding Sustainable Livestock Farming Solution Europe 2026—highlight the company's pioneering work in natural feed supplements that reduce methane emissions while enhancing productivity.
The awards come at a critical time when agriculture faces mounting pressure to balance profitability with environmental responsibility. VetosEurope, founded over a decade ago, emerged from the global live-cattle trade with a vision to develop solutions that are both economically viable and ecologically sound. By partnering with universities worldwide, the company created feed additives that mirror natural compounds, allowing farmers to improve yields without compromising ecological balance. This philosophy is encapsulated in the company's motto: "Inspired by nature, to help nature."
Central to VetosEurope's portfolio is Anavrin, a methane-inhibiting feed supplement. Methane, a greenhouse gas 28 times more potent than carbon dioxide, is a major byproduct of ruminant digestion. Tackling this issue is critical for meeting global climate targets. Independent trials conducted by Universidad de la República in Montevideo, Uruguay, and Wageningen University and Research in the Netherlands have confirmed Anavrin's efficacy. Uruguayan studies demonstrated methane reductions of up to 17.5%, while Wageningen's controlled chamber trials reported a 13% decrease in methane production and a 16.3% reduction in methane intensity, all while maintaining milk yield. The UK-based Carbon Trust has also formally validated Anavrin's effectiveness, lending international credibility to the product.
Beyond emissions reduction, Anavrin delivers productivity gains, increasing meat yield by 70 grams per day and milk output by 1.5 liters per day. This dual benefit—climate impact plus productivity—gives VetosEurope a competitive edge in the agritech market. The company's research and development efforts are supported by over 20 scientific projects, and its products have been used by approximately 2.5 million cattle across multiple countries over the past 11 years.
"Winning these four prestigious accolades from World Business Outlook is a profound milestone that validates VetosEurope's commitment to reshaping global agriculture," said Carloalberto Ghizzoni, Partner & CEO of VetosEurope. "Securing the Best AgriTech & Climate Impact Innovation alongside the Most Sustainable Agriculture Solution awards highlights our team's relentless pursuit of technologies that heal the planet. Furthermore, the R&D Excellence and Sustainable Livestock Farming honours prove that science-backed, data-driven methodology can successfully drive ecological resilience. We share these awards with our dedicated scientific teams and partners who continue to push the boundaries of what sustainable farming can achieve."
Shankar Shivaprasad, Managing Director of World Business Outlook, commented, "We are thrilled to congratulate VetosEurope on this historic, multi-category victory. VetosEurope stood out during our rigorous evaluation process as a rare pioneer capable of bridging the gap between rigorous scientific research and scalable, practical climate impact. They won these four specific awards because their solutions seamlessly address critical modern agricultural pain points—reducing livestock emissions, enhancing soil health, and pioneering AgriTech frameworks that actively combat climate change. Their forward-thinking leadership serves as an industry blueprint for the future of sustainable food production."
VetosEurope is also developing a methane reduction project in Italy, targeting enteric fermentation emissions. This project, structured under the Verra Verified Carbon Standard (VCS), aims to involve beef and dairy farmers in adopting innovative feeding practices, contributing to climate mitigation and potentially providing financial returns linked to verified emission reductions. The project is being developed in Uruguay, Italy, and Spain, led by VetosEurope's multidisciplinary team with expertise in livestock trading, animal nutrition, and climate solutions.
VetosEurope operates with a lean team but extends its influence globally through partnerships and distribution networks across Europe, Latin America, and Asia. Its model is built on scientific credibility, global distribution, and a farmer-centric approach that minimizes adoption barriers. The company's work aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those addressing climate action and responsible consumption. For policymakers, Anavrin offers a tangible solution to meet emission reduction targets; for farmers, it provides a way to future-proof operations against tightening environmental regulations. As methane reduction becomes a regulatory and market priority, VetosEurope's science-backed solutions are well-positioned to become mainstream in the global push toward climate-smart agriculture. For more information, visit VetosEurope and World Business Outlook.
