Neogen Launches Igenity BeefXDairy DNA Test To Provide Detailed Breed Composition Data To Customers

  • Neogen Corporation NEOG has launched Igenity BeefXDairy, a new and novel leading genomic test for beef-on-dairy calves.
  • The Igenity BeefXDairy is primarily a DNA Test for beef-on-dairy cattle that gives access to the Igenity Terminal Index, which can market a calf's growth potential to buyers.
  • The DNA test provides producers insight into crucial traits such as carcass quality, average daily gain, etc.
  • The test will also allow buyers to receive breed composition data (e.g., percentage beef vs. percentage dairy) to help them best manage those cattle for optimal health and maximum growth.
  • With increased DNA testing, Neogen will provide improved quality, efficiency, and sustainability within beef production systems, the company said.
  • "Neogen is excited to be the first to offer up a commercial genomic tool for this growth cattle market," said Shelby Smith, Bovine Genomics Product Manager at Neogen. 
  • "This product offering is a massive step forward in helping to characterize beef-on-dairy animals and allowing dairy producers, cattle buyers, and, ultimately, consumers of beef products to benefit."
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  • Price Action: NEOG shares are trading higher by 4.24% to $19.18 on the last check Tuesday.
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