Genus plc
Genus plc is a world leading animal genetics company that pioneers animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world. They focus on breeding better animals for pork, dairy, and beef farmers, using cutting-edge science and technology to enhance food quality, efficiency, and sustainability. Their mission involves applying genomic selection and innovative technologies to improve animal traits, reduce environmental impact, and support global food security.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
Very Large (1000+)
Products
Semen (including sexed semen)
Processed and distributed semen from elite sires, including sex-sorted options for sex-biased offspring production.
Embryos and live breeding stock
Supply of embryos and selected live animals from elite breeding lines for herd improvement or commercial sale.
Analytical and advisory reports (sustainability, LCA)
Reports and case studies quantifying environmental and productivity impacts of genetic improvement and operational interventions.
Semen (including sexed semen)
Processed and distributed semen from elite sires, including sex-sorted options for sex-biased offspring production.
Embryos and live breeding stock
Supply of embryos and selected live animals from elite breeding lines for herd improvement or commercial sale.
Analytical and advisory reports (sustainability, LCA)
Reports and case studies quantifying environmental and productivity impacts of genetic improvement and operational interventions.
Services
Provision of elite genetics
Supply of semen, embryos and live animals derived from genetically selected lines to commercial producers and distributors.
R&D and licensing of breeding technologies
Research, development and licensing of technologies that accelerate genetic gain (for example, sexing technologies, reproductive technologies and gene-editing methods).
Sustainability and environmental impact analysis
Analytical support to quantify GHG and resource-use impacts of breeding interventions, including life cycle assessment studies.
Provision of elite genetics
Supply of semen, embryos and live animals derived from genetically selected lines to commercial producers and distributors.
R&D and licensing of breeding technologies
Research, development and licensing of technologies that accelerate genetic gain (for example, sexing technologies, reproductive technologies and gene-editing methods).
Sustainability and environmental impact analysis
Analytical support to quantify GHG and resource-use impacts of breeding interventions, including life cycle assessment studies.
Expertise Areas
- Animal genetic improvement and selective breeding
- Genomic selection and statistical genetics
- Assisted reproductive technologies (IVF, embryo transfer, semen processing)
- Gene-editing research for trait introduction
Key Technologies
- Genomic selection
- DNA genotyping
- Estimated Breeding Value (EBV) calculation
- Semen sex-sorting