What’s at stake: Science award finalist GenomNZ has provided DNA genotyping to improve the genetics of about 140 species, including helping with a $1.1b improvement in sheep genetics.
Background: GenonNZ was set up to grow AgResarch’s revenue from its animal genetics work and now makes $5m in annual revenue from customers in 40 countries.
Main players: GenonNZ, Bioeconomy Science Institute, AgResearch, Beef + Lamb NZ.
From salmon in Norway to alpacas in South America to sheep in New Zealand, GenomNZ has provided DNA genotyping to improve the genetics of about 140 species of livestock, aquaculture, and plants.
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What’s at stake: Science award finalist GenomNZ has provided DNA genotyping to improve the genetics of about 140 species, including helping with a $1.1b improvement in sheep genetics.
Background: GenonNZ was set up to grow AgResarch’s revenue from its animal genetics work and now makes $5m in annual revenue from customers in 40 countries.
Main players: GenonNZ, Bioeconomy Science Institute, AgResearch, Beef + Lamb NZ.
