Federal Center for Animal Health

The Federal Center for Animal Health (FGBI ARRIAH) is a prominent Russian state-owned research and production complex dedicated to veterinary science and animal health. Established in 1958, the center specializes in the development and large-scale manufacturing of vaccines and diagnostic systems for highly dangerous infectious diseases in livestock and poultry. It is internationally recognized as a World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) Reference Centre, particularly for its expertise in Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD). ARRIAH provides a comprehensive portfolio of veterinary biologics, including the world's first COVID-19 vaccine for animals, Carnivac-Cov. The institution plays a vital role in global veterinary surveillance and the maintenance of food security through its advanced biotechnological research and diagnostic services.