The company was honored as part of a celebration of Bioscience Month at Bio Nebraska’s Annual Event.
Lincoln, Neb. – Bio Nebraska announced that Phibro Animal Health Corporation has been named the 2026 recipient of the Governor’s Bioscience Award, presented by Nebraska Department of Agriculture Director Sherry Vinton. The award recognizes individuals and companies making significant contributions to Nebraska’s bioscience industry and was presented during Bio Nebraska’s annual event on Oct. 6 at Nebraska Innovation Campus at the University of Nebraska.
“Phibro Animal Health demonstrates what Nebraska’s bioscience industry can accomplish when innovation, agriculture and long-term investment come together,” said Rob Owen, Executive Director of Bio Nebraska. “The company has continued to invest in its Nebraska operations, grow its workforce and expand its capabilities while developing products that support animal health and the global food supply. Its growth in Omaha is a strong example of the economic and scientific impact bioscience companies can have in Nebraska.”
Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a leading global animal health company focused on helping livestock producers, farmers and veterinarians responsibly care for their animals and contribute to a healthy, affordable food supply. The company’s portfolio includes products supporting the health of cattle, poultry, swine and aquaculture, with solutions spanning vaccines, medicated feed additives, nutritional specialty products and mineral nutrition as well as products used in the ethanol industry to optimize biofuel plant operations.
Phibro has maintained a significant presence in Nebraska since acquiring Baltzell Agri Products mineral nutrition business in 2009. In 2016, Phibro acquired MVP Laboratories, an Omaha-based company that develops and manufactures livestock vaccines and adjuvants, now known as Phibro Vaccines Omaha (PVO). PVO produces customized livestock vaccines designed to address farm-specific bacterial and viral challenges. The company continues to make significant investments in its PVO Nebraska operations.
Recently, Phibro purchased the building adjacent to its existing facility and invested in renovating and expanding the site to increase production and technology capabilities, including product development, diagnostics and adjuvant manufacturing. Over the past decade, the facility has grown significantly, with approximately 70 employees today, reinforcing Omaha’s importance as a key center for Phibro’s animal health business.
For the fiscal year ending June 2026, Phibro Animal Health Corporation reported approximately $1.5 billion in net sales globally. Animal health products including mineral nutrition products, vaccines and adjuvants produced in Nebraska continue to be a strategic part of the company’s global growth.
“As a lifelong livestock producer and rancher, I know how critical healthy animals and reliable tools are to the success of Nebraska’s farm and ranch families,” said Director Vinton. “Phibro Animal Health’s work strengthens the health and productivity of our livestock while advancing the food-safety standards that protect the people who depend on the high-quality protein we produce. Congratulations to the entire Phibro team on receiving the Bio Nebraska Governor’s Bioscience Award. Your innovations make life better for the livestock raisers who feed our state and the nation.”
“We would like to thank Governor Pillen and Bio Nebraska for presenting us with this award. It is an honor to have our site and our people recognized for our efforts and our contributions to the Animal Health industry,” said John Poe, General Manager of Phibro Vaccines Omaha.
“We are honored to receive this award from Governor Pillen and Bio Nebraska, recognizing our employees’ innovation, dedication and unwavering commitment to our customers. Our Nebraska operations produce livestock vaccines and mineral nutrition products, support our U.S. distribution hub and serve local farmers. The state’s business-friendly climate, skilled workforce, agricultural strength and leading bioenergy sector make it a great base for our business,” said Larry Miller, Chief Operating Officer of Phibro Animal Health Corporation.
The Governor’s Bioscience Award is presented annually to an individual or company that has made significant contributions to Nebraska’s bioscience industry. Selection criteria include innovative research, product development and investments that strengthen and grow Nebraska’s bioscience community. The recipient is selected based on input from the Bio Nebraska Board of Directors, as well as conversations with state and industry leaders.
The award was presented during Nebraska’s Bioscience Month, as proclaimed by Gov. Pillen.
For more information about Bio Nebraska and the Governor’s Bioscience Award, visit bionebraska.org.