Olga Shcherbinina from the Gorodets District became one of the winners of the 29th All-Russian competition of machine milking operators for cows.

A Nizhny Novgorod resident won first place in the "Women with 17 to 25 Years of Experience" category.
Olga Shcherbinina, a machine milking operator at the Kuibyshev Collective Farm in the Gorodetsky Municipal District, took first place among women with 17 to 25 years of experience at the 29th All-Russian Machine Milking Operators Competition.
The competition was held at the Shikhobalovo farm in the Yuryev-Polsky District and at the Vladimir Agricultural College. Fifty-eight specialists from 49 regions of the Russian Federation competed for the title.
"In today's environment, the issue of human resources in agriculture is particularly important. Qualified specialists with deep knowledge and practical skills are the driving force behind the development of the agro-industrial complex. The professional excellence of workers directly impacts the efficiency of the livestock industry. I am confident that the competition winners will set an example for young specialists and raise the bar for professionalism in the industry even higher. This, in turn, will contribute to an increase in the volume of dairy production and an improvement in its quality,” he noted.Nikolai Denisov, Minister of Agriculture and Food Resources of the Nizhny Novgorod Region, said: "
The competition consisted of four stages: theoretical knowledge testing, sanitary training, assembly and disassembly of a milking machine, and a demonstration of skills in the milking parlor.
"For me, this isn't just a job ; it's a calling. You need to feel the animal , understand its mood, and care for it. I want to tell all young professionals: don't be afraid to choose this profession. It requires patience, hard work, and a love for your work, but in return, it gives you unforgettable moments of contact with nature, the opportunity to constantly develop, and, of course, satisfaction. Professional excellence in our field is a lifelong journey, and I'm glad to be on it," noted Olga Shcherbinina.
Maria Zubova from the Vologda Region was the overall champion of the competition this year. She received the keys to a car—the grand prize.
Vladimir Nemtsev from the Altai Territory was recognized as the best among men of all ages. He received a certificate for 300,000 rubles.
The Audience Choice Award was presented to the youngest participant in the competition, Elena Rybina from the Ivanovo region.