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Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Zoetis: Study shows genetically superior cows can be more sustainable and productive
A new study from Zoetis helps show the positive effect genetic selection in the dairy industry can have on environmental sustainability outcomes.
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
Better genetics could significantly cut emissions of Ireland's beef cattle, according to research
Results from a collaborative research project have shown that significant reduction in the emissions of Ireland's beef cattle is achievable by improving genetics in the beef herd with emission reduction of up to 13% possible.
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Brazil testing genetically modified wheat
An official from Brazilian state crop research agency Embrapa said they are testing a variety of genetically modified wheat that is drought resistant, as the country aims to become more self-sufficient because of reduced global supplies for ...
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
Swine breeders in China embrace genetics in push for self-sufficiency
Chinese companies such as Best Genetics Group (BGG) are among 100 farms enrolled in state-led genetic research initiatives, aiming to improve the genetics of China's swine herd to produce cheaper meat for the biggest pork consumers in the w ...
Monday, April 11, 2022
Nigeria to receive genetically enhanced tilapia through agreement
WorldFish has signed an inclusive legal agreement with Premium Aquaculture Limited (PAL) to transfer genetically improved farmed tilapia (GIFT) fry to Nigeria.
Thursday, March 17, 2022
New Zealand Meat Board invests US$680,000 annually in to beef genetics programme
The New Zealand Meat Board is investing up to NZD 1 million (US$680,000; NZD 1 = US$0.68) annually in the Informing New Zealand Beef (INZB) genetics programme, which is focused on increasing the use of genetics in the beef sector, New Zeala ...
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
Roslin: Genetic contact tracing could help curb tuberculosis outbreaks
A study suggested that the novel use of genetic contact tracing to identify the source of a bovine tuberculosis (TB) outbreak could signal a new approach in managing the disease, the Roslin Institute said.
Friday, November 26, 2021
Genetic tech company partners with Canadian beef industry
Dave Sibbald, the president of the Canadian Beef Breeds Council, announced a partnership earlier this week involving Alberta tech company Xerris Inc. and ranchers throughout Saskatchewan and Western Canada, 980 CJME reported.
Friday, November 26, 2021
Sustainable food investor claims 50% stake in Hendrix Genetics
Paine Schwartz Partners, a global leader in sustainable food chain investing, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with respect to a new strategic investment by Paine Schwartz Food Chain Fund V ("Fund V" ...
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Dominican Republic's poultry sector imports egg genetics to boost chicken supply
The Dominican Poultry Association said that it has imported fertile egg genetics to increase the supply of chicken in the Dominican Republic and ensure the supply of chicken at affordable and competitive prices for the Christmas holidays.
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Genetic material of Norwegian farm salmon being passed on to native salmon in Scotland, report states
A study by scientists of the Scottish government revealed how some Atlantic salmon populations in Scotland are increasingly Norwegian.
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
NEOGEN partners with Hendrix Genetics to improve genetic performance in Africa
NEOGEN Corporation announced on September 28 that they have partnered with Hendrix Genetics, a multi-species animal breeding, genetics, and technology company.
Tuesday, August 24, 2021
USPOULTRY: Researchers identify contribution of broiler genetics on gut health when faced with salmonella typhimurium
USPOULTRY and the USPOULTRY Foundation have announced on August 23 the completion of a funded research project at the University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland, the United States, in which researchers identified the contribution of b ...
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
US wholesale restaurant supplier to sell AquaBounty's genetically engineered salmon
Pennsylvania, US-based Samuels and Son Seafood plans to start selling the world's first publicly-available genetically engineered salmon this month.
Wednesday, August 4, 2021
AHDB: New genetic indexes to guide production of environment-friendly cows in UK
Two new genetic indexes to help UK farmers breed more environment-friendly cows will be launched in August, said the United Kingdom's Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).

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