Aviagen Group

Aviagen is the world's leading poultry science company, developing pedigree lines for the production of broiler chickens and turkeys principally under the Ross, Arbor Acres, L.I.R. Nicholas Turkeys, and C.W.T. brand names. The company is based near Edinburgh, UK and in Huntsville, Alabama, USA with a number of wholly owned operations across Europe and USA and joint ventures in Western and Central Europe, Latin America, South Africa and Asia. Aviagen employs 1,300 people and has a distribution network serving 250 customers in 85 countries.

<div>  <p>    Aviagen is the world's leading poultry science company, developing pedigree lines for the production of broiler chickens and turkeys principally under the Ross, Arbor Acres, L.I.R. Nicholas Turkeys, and C.W.T. brand names. The company is based near Edinburgh, UK and in Huntsville, Alabama, USA with a number of wholly owned operations across Europe and USA and joint ventures in Western and Central Europe, Latin America, South Africa and Asia. Aviagen employs 1,300 people and has a distribution network serving 250 customers in 85 countries.  </p></div>

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Companies that offer solutions that edit (gene editing) or modify (gene modification) an animal's genome in a precise and targeted manner using methods such as TALEN's, CRISPR/Cas9, recombinant retroviruses, and sperm-mediated DNA transfer. The techniques change the existing genome to improve/express desired traits in livestock. The segment also covers companies that use an AI-based platform or otherwise to offer diagnostic testing services of the animal's genome that help livestock farmers identify genetic changes or diseases present in herds.

Companies that offer next-generation vaccines based on developments in DNA technology (e.g., mRNA vaccines) and biotechnology. The segment also includes medicines developed for the prevention and treatment of livestock diseases.

Companies that use a range of genetic techniques that can alter the DNA of animals more precisely than traditional breeding techniques. Techniques such as gender selection via sexed semen, genomic selection, or even gene editing methods like CRISPR are used to breed animals precisely with superior genetic traits.

Companies that produce natural ingredients or biological additives that can be added to animal feed for purposes such as improving nutrient uptake and the gut microbiome.

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 <p>Poultry science company, Aviagen, announced that its new bird breed, Rustic Gold, has received accreditation from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) Assured animal welfare scheme. This breed is characterized by its slower growth and mixed brown and white feathers.</p>
 <p>Rustic Gold is part of Aviagen's Rowan Range and offers improved welfare, performance, and feed efficiency. An independent organization rigorously assessed its welfare outcomes, after which it met the RSPCA standard. This achievement also qualifies the Rustic Gold breed for the European Chicken Commitment (ECC), alongside Aviagen’s Ranger Gold and Ranger Classic breeds.</p>
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