Genus plc (GNS)

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https://www.genusplc.com

Genus plc is a public limited company specializing in animal genetics, pioneering genetic improvement to help farmers produce high-quality milk and meat more efficiently and sustainably. Through its two main business units, ABS for dairy and beef cattle and PIC for pigs, it develops genetically superior breeding animals using cutting-edge technologies like genomic selection, DNA analysis, and advanced reproductive methods such as IVF and semen sexing. These innovations enable traits like feed efficiency, disease resistance, and faster growth, reducing resource use and greenhouse gas emissions while enhancing animal health and productivity. Genus plc serves over 50,000 customers in more than 85 countries with elite herds, semen, embryos, and on-farm services, often under multi-year royalty agreements priced by genetic merit indices. Employing nearly 3,500 people, including over 100 PhDs, and investing over 20 million GBP annually in R&D, the company operates a global supply chain from production facilities worldwide. Its proprietary technology platform and long-term partnerships create barriers to entry, positioning it as a leader in making nutritious animal protein more affordable and sustainable to nourish a growing world population.