News

We are pleased to present the latest advances in our pig, chicken, turkey, salmon, trout and shrimp breeding programs.


Our experts use state-of-the-art genetic selection techniques to improve health, productivity and sustainability. From robust pig breeding programs to advanced poultry farms and innovative aquaculture technologies. Our commitment to excellence sets the industry standard.


Stay tuned for further updates as we shape a healthier, more sustainable future in animal breeding.

News Overview

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Press Release: Strengthening Genetic Excellence: Hypor and Danish Genetics Merge to Form a Strategic Alliance

Date: October 21, 2024Boxmeer, Netherlands – The global multispecies genetics company Hendrix Genetics is excited to announce the signing of an agreement to merge its swine division, Hypor, with Dani…

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Inspiring global R&D days

Last week, Hendrix Genetics R&D team convened for an inspiring three-day gathering in Wageningen, where people from across various units of our company united.

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Hendrix Genetics secures grant to provide affordable, high-quality chickens to African farmers

Hendrix Genetics receives grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to develop and deliver chickens that will improve the lives of small-scale African poultry farmers.

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Researchers uncover new turkey genome sequence

A recent study from the Wageningen University & Research and Hendrix Genetics (Hybrid Turkeys) has uncovered a new sequence of the turkey genome.

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Position Statement on Gene Editing

Gene editing* is a rapidly developing technology with many potential applications, including in animal genetics. Hendrix Genetics does not currently use any form of gene editing but has made investme…

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Hendrix Genetics Expands Global Presence with the Inauguration of its New Shrimp Breeding Multiplication Center in India

Visakhapatnam 28th September 2023 – Hendrix Genetics, global leader in multi-species breeding, genetics, and technology, is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new shrimp Breeding Multiplica…

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Research shows the impact of balanced breeding on litter size and piglet livability

A recent scientific paper was published to highlight the long-term impact of balanced breeding on litter size and piglet livability in swine. This research shows how balanced breeding policies have b…

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Latest CSR report highlights examples of progress in sustainability

We are very pleased to publish our second Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report. This report gives a detailed overview of our efforts in sustainability and the ways in which we are making a po…

Hendrix Genetics welcomes Pelayo Casanovas as Managing Director for BU Layers

We are pleased to welcome Pelayo Casanovas to the position of Managing Director for Hendrix Genetics Layers.

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Delivering excellence "in China, for China"

Meet Managing Director for Business Unit China, Ji Chen, and learn more about Hendrix Genetics’ plan to deliver high performing products for this dynamic market.

Organizational Changes within the Turkey Business of Hendrix Genetics

We are pleased to announce that Dave Libertini will return to Hendrix Genetics to lead and support the Turkey Business Unit (BU) as Interim Managing Director, with immediate effect.

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Richard Maatman will succeed Antoon van den Berg in the position as CEO per April 1st

BOXMEER, The Netherlands – March 28, 2023 – In 2022 Hendrix Genetics announced the appointment of Richard Maatman as Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Hendrix Genetics and mentioned that Richar…

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Hendrix Genetics reaches $500,000 milestone in community giving efforts

At every level of our organization, our employees and our contract growers believe in the importance of providing healthy food to their community. Food insecurity continues to increase, especially af…

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Hendrix Genetics appoints Richard Maatman as Deputy Chief Executive Officer and Member of the Executive Committee

Hendrix Genetics, a global multi-species animal genetics company, announces the appointment of Richard Maatman as Deputy Chief Executive Officer. He will join Hendrix Genetics no later than 1 January…

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Hendrix Genetics appoints senior shrimp executive to lead its Ecuador shrimp breeding activities

Hendrix Genetics has appointed Lorenzo Juarez as General Manager per September 1st to lead its shrimp breeding activities in Ecuador.

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Interview with Elena Facchini and Katrijn Peeters

In this interview, Elena Facchini and Katrijn Peters talk about breeding insects, including questions such as the sustainable character of insect breeding or the challenges for genetic improvement of…

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Latest insect research published: Major genetic progress achieved

Scientific journal Frontiers in Genetics published the latest major results on the genetic improvement program in black soldier fly. Hendrix Genetics together with Protix are excited with the achieve…

New partnership to study innovative sex sorting technology for the egg laying industry

Hendrix Genetics is partnering with Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, to test the viability of an innovative point of lay sex sorting technology for the egg laying industry.

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Poultry provides smallholder farmers with a pathway out of poverty

Last week, Hendrix Genetics team members travelled to poultry farmers around Asgori, Ethiopia to see for themselves that poultry does provide smallholder famers with a pathway out of poverty.

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Changes in management of Hendrix Genetics

Hendrix Genetics, global multi-species animal genetics company, announces the appointment of Antoon van den Berg as Chief Executive Officer. He will succeed Jolanda van Haarlem who has decided to lea…

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Hendrix Genetics and Coraqua sign strategic partnership for Troutlodge egg production in Peru

On the 12th of April, Hendrix Genetics and Coraqua signed a strategic partnership, securing access for Peruvian farmers to high health, high quality Troutlodge eggs. By growing elite Troutlodge stock…

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Paine Schwartz Completes Strategic Investment in Hendrix Genetics

BOXMEER, The Netherlands and SAN MATEO, Calif. – March 30, 2022 – Hendrix Genetics (the “Company”), a leading multi-species animal genetics and technology company and Paine Schwartz Partners, a globa…

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First insect genetic selection program yields incredible results

Protix and Hendrix Genetics have demonstrated for the first time in the insect food and feed industry that animal selection in Black Soldier Fly (BSF) can deliver significant benefits. The world’s lo…

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Paine Schwartz Makes Strategic Investment in Hendrix Genetics

Paine Schwartz Partners, a global leader in sustainable food chain investing, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with respect to a new strategic investment by Paine Schwa…

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Hendrix Genetics R&D Days: setting the standard for sustainable animal breeding

In the first week of November, the R&D teams of Hendrix Genetics joined up for an intense 3-day program to discuss the future of animal breeding. In line with Hendrix Genetics’ Vision 2025 plan ‘…

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Team of scientists identifies disease resistance gene in salmon

A gene with a major role in resistance to Infectious Pancreatic Necrosis Virus (IPNV) that can cause high mortality levels in farmed salmon and trout has been identified in a study by a team of scien…

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Stepping towards economic sustainability

As part of the animal protein value chain, market volatility, disease outbreaks, and supply-demand inequalities are all issues that keep us up at night. At the end of the day, we all want to find bet…

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Improving genetic performance in Africa

Hendrix Genetics with the support of NEOGEN, experts in animal and food safety, has implemented genomic selection successfully into the SAPPSA (Sustainable Access to Poultry Parent Stock in Africa) p…

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How animal genetics can contribute to a healthier planet

In the past, agriculture was focused on feeding the population in the same way it had been done for many years. Consideration of sustainable use of feed, land, and water was not a major priority. How…

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Executive changes to move towards a new era of excellence

An important part of any organization is to embrace change. With our responsibility to contribute to solving the global food challenge, we want to safeguard the future success of our company. As our …

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Renowned Russian integrator Omsky bacon chooses Hypor swine genetics

Omsky bacon, part of PRODO Group, one of the largest players on the Russian market in poultry, swine and meat processing, has signed a long-term cooperation agreement with Hendrix Genetics. The PRODO…

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How genetics can contribute towards a socially sustainable industry

Agriculture, in particular the animal protein industry, faces many questions when it comes to societal concerns. How are we creating the right environment for the animals in our care? What are we doi…

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Global collaboration in the palm of your hand

Investment in technology is crucial in the world of animal breeding. New and innovative tools in data collection and analysis ensures that we can deliver enhanced performance in every new generation …

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Successful dual purpose poultry trainings in Mozambique and Zimbabwe

On March 15-19, 5-day training sessions were held to educate the distribution members of the SAPPSA project on poultry management and give support in sales and marketing. The trainings were run in co…

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Breaking new ground for Ecuadorian shrimp

In partnership with Skretting and Ecuacultivos, Hendrix Genetics has started the construction of a shrimp nucleus genetic center. This facility will provide the Ecuadorian producers with a dedicated …

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Serbian Porcus Vitalis starts distribution of Hypor swine genetics

Porcus Vitalis, Serbian swine producer, has signed a long-term distribution agreement with Hendrix Genetics, global multi-species, animal breeding company, to produce and distribute Hypor swine genet…

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How to: Capture the real value of animal protein

Population growth, income growth, urbanization and shifting protein preference will lead to higher animal protein consumption in the next decades. Despite the increasing demand, the livestock sector …

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Cherkizovo chooses Hypor swine genetics

Cherkizovo Group, Russia’s largest meat producer, has signed a long-term cooperation agreement with Hendrix Genetics. Cherkizovo Group will populate their swine production systems with Hypor breeding…

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Hendrix Genetics and BHZP extend their pork pact

Hendrix Genetics, global multi-species animal breeding company and BHZP, Germany's largest pig breeding company, have reached an agreement to extend their contract to start production of db.77 b…

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Antibiotic free animal protein production

Is antibiotic free animal protein within reach? What are the pros and cons of not using antibiotics in animal protein production? When bacteria infections become severe, antibiotics are a possible ef…

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Thijs Hendrix inaugurated as Member of the French Academy of Agriculture

On January 6, 2021, Thijs Hendrix was inaugurated as Member of the French Academy of Agriculture during an installation ceremony in Paris. The Academy, whose signature is “Agriculture, Alimentation, …

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Everything improves with more resilient animals

Resilient animals have the ability to adapt to sudden changes, while also, overcoming disbalance and disease. Every craftsman will tell you: ‘When equipped with the right tools, a task is handled eas…

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Hendrix Genetics appoints Jolanda van Haarlem as future CEO

Hendrix Genetics, global multi-species animal genetics company, announces the appointment of Jolanda van Haarlem as Chief Executive Officer. She will join Hendrix Genetics as from March 1, 2021 and a…

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Prevent disease outbreaks with good biosecurity

As leaders in multispecies animal breeding, Hendrix Genetics recognizes that strong biosecurity measures play an important part in keeping animals safe and healthy. Fundamental to livestock productio…

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Hendrix Genetics expands global shrimp breeding activities into Indonesia

With the formation of a new company, PT Kona Bay Indonesia, Hendrix Genetics will establish a broodstock multiplication centre for the benefit of the Indonesian shrimp industry. Beginning early 2021,…

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A new partnership sees sustainable poultry introduced to smallholder farmers in Mozambique and Zambia

Hendrix Genetics and Solidaridad have partnered to provide sustainable poultry production in Mozambique and Zambia, Africa. Combining dual-purpose birds from the SASSO breed, Hendrix Genetics and the…

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Reducing stress on a global scale

We understand the complexity and expertise needed to run successful farming operations across the globe. Life can be stressful and especially with the impact of Covid-19, we all are feeling the squee…

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Improving sustainable breeding, Ecuador leading the way with first strategic shrimp breeding operation

Hendrix Genetics begins the first cycle of sustainable shrimp production in Ecuador at state-of-the art strategic shrimp breeding operation. The Macrobio hatchery is making waves in the Ecuadorian sh…

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Dr George Chamberlain to retire from Kona Bay Shrimp

Hendrix Genetics announced today that Dr George Chamberlain, Managing Director of Kona Bay, has decided to retire effective July 1, 2020. Dr Chamberlain has been leading the company successfully for …

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Improved productivity in laying hens supports a sustainable future

During the past few months, many industries are feeling the impact of COVID-19. A very challenging start to the year to say the least. Through this challenging time, there has been a major shift in t…

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Predictive farming for greater sustainability in animal breeding

As you know, sustainability involves a lot of balance between many components and our approach to breeding programs is no exception. Hendrix Genetics balanced breeding programs are designed to maximi…

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Securing the global food supply

With the rising worldwide demand for food, the current COVID-19 pandemic and all the challenges to come, we have sustainable animal breeding on top of mind. Our core will always be to deliver high-qu…

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Why should the industry focus on sustainable animal breeding?

Sustainable animal breeding is an issue that can best be considered in itself as a complex equation. Its formula can be optimized and balanced by adjusting a combination of factors. Importantly, the …

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Setting the standard for sustainable animal breeding

While our mission in: “Supporting the global food challenge with high quality animal genetics” is embedded into our present priorities and day-to-day activities, our vision extends well into the futu…

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Sustainable poultry production for Africa

With Africa being one of the developing regions where population and economic issues are anticipated to grow substantially in the next five years, we have focused on sustainable animal breeding there…

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Working towards a brighter future

Better Breeding Today for a Brighter Life Tomorrow is a powerful statement. Our core business focuses on improving animal breeding every day. We know how to measure and analyze data, to select the ri…

High quality animal genetics are key

Ensuring high quality requires continuous improvement: daily, weekly, monthly and annually. We achieve significant progress through our balanced breeding programs. By using innovative measuring techn…

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Continuous improvement at our core

Innovation has been one of the key buzzwords of the past decade. The world of technology moves at a breakneck speed, and we aim to capture value for the agriculture industry wherever possible.

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Hendrix Genetics announces changes to its Executive Committee

Boxmeer, Netherlands, January 28: Hendrix Genetics, a leading global animal genetics company with activities in 25 countries, today announced the addition of two members, Johan van Arendonk and Raf B…

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The sustainable African poultry project: one year later

Almost one year ago, we announced the launch of a project we are very proud to lead: the SAPPSA project, which was awarded a multi-year grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The goal of…

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A pig farm that does it all

Have you ever wondered what the ideal pig farm would look like? A group of farmers, researchers, architects, and animal behavior specialists have collaborated to create a farm environment where pigs …

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Advancing animal welfare through sensing and AI technology

A multi-faceted, long term study combines animal breeding with advances in sensing and AI technologies to help in the transition towards sustainable livestock production.

Introducing Hendrix Genetics’ first Corporate Social Responsibility Report

Hendrix Genetics has issued its first Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report. Hendrix Genetics contributes to food security and supports the animal protein value chain with innovative and susta…

Using neuroscience to improve the health and welfare of laying hens

A multi-million European-wide project to improve the conditions of egg-laying chickens has launched today, coinciding with World Animal Day.

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Cutting edge technology to identify one in a million

Accurate measurement of animals, especially body weight and size, is one of the most labor-intensive aspects of collecting data for our breeding programs. Especially for larger animals, such as turke…

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Partnering with Fontys ICT InnovationLab

Together, we can do more. It is this mindset that drives us to actively collaborate with innovators who share our passion for new solutions. Our latest partner in innovation is the Fontys ICT Innovat…

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Underwater vision technology offers advancement in aquaculture breeding selection

Hendrix Genetics and Plant & Food Research have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to co-develop underwater vision technology for measuring aquaculture breeding stock, using trout as a test cas…

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Hendrix Genetics congratulates Protix with a milestone in insect protein production

On June 11, Protix celebrated their ten-year anniversary and the opening of the world’s largest and most advanced insect farm in the world. The opening was celebrated in the presence of some esteemed…

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Salmon farming in the desert

When thinking about salmon farming locations, Norway, Chile, and Scotland come to mind. Now, thanks to innovative thinking and collaboration, Dubai can be added to the list. Our salmon business in Sc…

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New swine nucleus farm invests in the future

Hypor’s new nucleus farm is known as Bon Accord, named for the municipality in Saskatchewan where it is located. The name also translates to “good agreement”, a fitting name for a facility that bring…

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The Alliance to End Surgical Castration of Swine Announces Precision Breeding Successes

Multiple healthy litters of naturally castrated piglets developed through precision breeding.Male piglets are routinely castrated to improve the quality of meat for consumers by eliminating boar tain…

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Engaging at the forefront of innovation

Hendrix Genetics recently participated as an event partner of F&A Next 2019. This is one of the leading annual Agtech events worldwide and takes place at Wageningen Campus in the Netherlands. F&a…

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Feathering offers more than meets the eye

Good feathering is important for a bird’s health and welfare, productivity, and feed conversion. A well feathered bird is better able to regulate its body temperature and the feathers serve as direct…

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Cloud technology gives view to the future

For many organizations, migrating to cloud-based technology is a significant step forward in their IT capabilities.

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Biosecurity for a safe worldwide supply

Just as we talk about backing up our commitment to animal welfare with action, biosecurity is another area where we are putting concrete standards in place. Biosecurity programs must be reviewed, sta…

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The delicate balance between genes, environment, and performance

In the scientific field, the nature vs. nurture debate is the subject of numerous studies when looking at human behavior. Are your actions and personality determined by your genes or by the environme…

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Want to study stress in laying hens?

Finding innovations in the field of animal health and welfare continues to be one of our biggest focuses. One of the ways to accomplish this is to tap into the knowledge and enthusiasm of graduate st…

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Hendrix Genetics signs MoU to enhance black tiger shrimp production in Bangladesh

A multi-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by the Bangladesh Shrimp and Fish Foundation (BSFF) and Hendrix Genetics to share knowledge in the development of black tiger shrimp producti…

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Hendrix Genetics and Salmones Aysen partner to advance Coho Salmon genetics in Chile

Hendrix Genetics and Salmones Aysen have announced the signing of a Genetic Service Agreement. With this agreement in place, Hendrix Genetics will direct the coho salmon breeding and genetics program…

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Hatchery technology: then and now

The photo above, taken in 1972, tells a compelling story about the evolution of hatchery technology. Today’s hatcheries are designed for resource efficiency, biosecurity, and built-in controls to pro…

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Our responsible use of antibiotics

At Hendrix Genetics, we continuously seek to minimize our environmental impact. The reduction of our use of antibiotics in our farms is a key aspect of this daily work. Our objective is to use antibi…

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How to explain the evolution of animal breeding in one minute

Ever felt at a loss when asked how animal breeding factors into the food chain?

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Seven mathematicians, five days – one turkey body weight challenge

We recently participated in a fast-paced workshop in collaboration with Wageningen University. SWI is an event where mathematicians work in groups to examine six industry challenges from a variety of…

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Backing up our commitment to animal welfare with action

Animal welfare is priority focus area within Hendrix Genetics. It’s easy to make this statement, but more challenging to translate this statement into real, tangible actions. With facilities all over…

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Hendrix Genetics @ IPPE 2019

Did you get a chance to stop by the Hendrix Genetics booth the International Production and Processing Expo this year? Here’s what you missed.

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Hendrix Genetics and Nutreco partner to deliver sustainable shrimp solutions in Ecuador

Hendrix Genetics, in partnership with Nutreco and Ecuacultivos, will invest in Ecuador to establish a state-of-the-art shrimp hatchery. The hatchery will deliver high quality, high health Pacific whi…

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Watch the first of our new video series – We are Hendrix Genetics

We are pleased to present the first of Hendrix Genetics’ video series: We are Hendrix Genetics.

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New products launched for Chilean salmon industry

At the outset of our salmon breeding program in Chile and by building the most sophisticated salmon genetics center, we have had sentinels placed in all salmon producing regions.

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Breed4Food shares research on the environmental impact of animal breeding

Recent results from a study conducted in partnership with Wageningen University, Breed4Food, and Hendrix Genetics show the environmental impact of different species in relation to their contribution …

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Let’s help feed the world together, what do you value most?

At the end of the year we always look back to see what we have accomplished, how we can improve and how to best continue our way forward. Bringing you innovations, sustainability and much more collab…

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Alternative Turkey Breed Acquires 1-star “Better Life” Quality Label

Across all areas of the marketplace, consumers are demanding choice. More and more subscribe to the belief that what we buy reflects who we are. Food production is no different, and with this appetit…

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Hendrix Genetics hosts grand opening of new turkey hatchery in South Dakota

83,000 square foot facility to hatch commercial turkeys for the North American market35 million egg capacity60 new positions to support hatchery operationsHatchery represents a $25 million investment…

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Investing in better supply and better breeds for African farmers

We are excited to announce that Hendrix Genetics has been awarded a multi-year grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to improve poultry production in Africa.  The goals of the Sustainabl…

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Hendrix Genetics to work with African farmers to develop their preferred chickens

Hendrix Genetics receives grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to improve the lives of African poultry farmers

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Building a sustainable competitive edge

Most organizations start pursuing sustainability as a reactive measure. They think of it as ways to save energy, reduce waste and cut back on water. Other companies may have faced the negative effect…

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Shaping our future together

Connecting industry leaders is important. Economy and efficiency have driven the industry for many years and many improvements have been realized. With the arrival of generation Y (also known as Mill…

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Hendrix Genetics Innovations goes beyond genetics

Animal breeding and genetics is at the core of our business and in this field we are closely connected and involved in many new developments. 

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Unlocking genetic potential

The proper measurement of phenotypic traits is the cornerstone of our animal breeding program. As new traits come into focus, new technology and techniques must be developed. This fundamental step is…

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Fostering a culture of innovation

Whether you are receiving a truckload of turkey poults in Nebraska or 200 000 trout eggs in the Peruvian highlands, you expect a high quality product and expert support from Hendrix Genetics. It all …

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Investing in a new generation of growers

Across the world young growers are taking over family farms, joining co-ops or signing up with large integrated companies. Hendrix Genetics, through Hybrid Turkeys want to support them to ensure they…

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Rooted in right from the start

To say that our products are right from the start is easy, to live according to this fundamental principle is another thing entirely.

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Donald Shaver - In Memoriam

On July 28th, in his 98th year, Dr. Donald Shaver passed away in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. Donald Shaver was the founder of Shaver Poultry Breeding Farms and was known as an icon and pioneer in the…

Creating a sustainable and prosperous future for aquaculture

In June of 2018 the world’s leading experts were brought together in Norway at the Hendrix Genetics sponsored AquaVision 2018. Dr. George Chamberlain presented a keynote presentation where he shared …

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A record period of investment in the USA

We continue to invest significantly across our portfolio of species from coast to coast. Find out where our latest investments have been made and what that means for the industry. 

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Community support in action

Hendrix Genetics firmly believes that being a responsible corporate citizen not only makes good business sense, but it is the right thing to do. As a company colleagues are empowered, supported and e…

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In house IT breeding specialists fuel our genetic engine

Let us introduce you to what powers our genetic engine and how our specialists harness big data to create value for the animal protein chain.

Hendrix Genetics making a splash at AquaVision 2018

Hendrix Genetic sponsors AquaVision 2018, where Dr. Chamberlain will address the conference about the future of the shrimp industry as one of the keynote speakers.

Rodrigo Torrijo elected to SalmonChile board of directors

Rodrigo Torrijo of Hendrix Genetics to sit on the board of directors for SalmonChile.

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Advancing Africa’s poultry outcomes through collaboration

We have entered and invested in a partnership that will advance R&D and overall excellence in the industry throughout the continent. 

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Advanced genetic solutions will improve animal welfare

Hendrix Genetics has joined a research alliance to develop pioneering genetic technology. Through the use of precision breeding, this group hopes to end the surgical castrations of male piglets.

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Laying hens unlock natural defences to ward off disease

A new genetic link to the immune system in laying hens has been discovered that could result in laying hens being born resistant to many diseases.  

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Artificial intelligence project opens new possibilities in swine

The swine AI (Artificial Intelligence) project that Hendrix Genetics and its partner BrainCreators are working on, is using AI to predict individual slaughterhouse traits for swine before they are pr…

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Doing our part to support the local community

Family and community are at the core of the agriculture industry. It’s for this reason, we are so proud to highlight the success of our yearly community giving campaign in Canada. 

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The cycle of feed and food, what is sustainable long term?

Is it efficient to grow crops to feed animals if it could also be used for human food? 

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An insight into the Genetics Applied to Livestock Production World Congress

In February of this year, the World Congress on Genetics Applied to Livestock Production was held. Get to know the insights, trends and key outcomes of the event. 

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Hendrix Genetics, first to be certified in France and Poland for PAACO

Our commitment to animal welfare is a top priority, this step is important for standardizing and auditing our efforts on a global scale. 

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Troutlodge improves resistance to Bacterial Cold Water Disease using Genomic selection

Recent disease challenges performed by Troutlodge in cooperation with the USDA show fantastic results for genomic selection. 

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Growing sustainability from the grassroots

Sustainability is a term that has been a business buzzword for some time now. To some it means caring for the environment, to others it could mean making financial decisions with an eye to the long t…

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Partnering with Protix on insect breeding

Hendrix Genetics is always looking at innovative ways to be more sustainable while creating value. We have decided to enter into a partnership with Protix, the leader in insect protein production. Th…

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Susceptibility to pre-natal stress in laying hens

This study provides more insight into how different variables affect the overall health of future generations of laying hens. 

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Improving breeding to combat Amoebic Gill Disease in Salmon

Hendrix Genetics, along with its partners, work to use animal breeding to combat AGD in salmon.

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Hendrix Genetics swine geneticists innovate for efficiency and results

Innovative breakthrough in swine genetics to be presented at WCGALP in New Zealand

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Genomic Application Partnership Program update

After receiving substantial funding from Genome Canada in the Spring of 2017, the turkey genomics selection project is in full gear with multiple papers already set to be presented at the World Confe…

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New blockchain project involving turkeys and animal welfare

Hendrix Genetics has teamed up with some of Europe’s industry leaders to use blockchain to provide a transparent, efficient, supply chain that is compliant with the the one-star animal welfare standa…

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Infection control at the molecular level

Incorporating forensic technology to catch AI early 

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A passing of the torch

Raf Beeren introduced to Canada as the new Managing Director Turkeys.

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Hendrix Genetics announces CFO retirement and successor appointment

Hendrix Genetics announced today the retirement of its Chief Financial Officer(CFO), Luc Claessens, effective March 31, 2018. Mariëtte Ferrari, who is currently serving as the company’s Director ERP,…

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Seasons greetings

Hendrix Genetics would like to wish you all a wonderful holiday season and a happy New Year. We would also like to reflect back and hear from you. 

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Hendrix Genetics appoints new Managing Director Swine

Following the appointment of Raf Beeren as Managing Director Business Unit Turkeys, Hendrix Genetics announced that Luis Prieto Garcia will succeed Raf Beeren in the position of Managing Director Bus…

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Hendrix Genetics’ swine are winning over Central and South America

Hendrix Genetics, through its swine brand Hypor is experiencing tremendous growth in Latin America. Various factors, which range from a great product that offers true value for money, to hands on cus…

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Hendrix Genetics opens innovative Chilean aquaculture breeding center

Located in Catripulli, in the commune of Curarrehue, the center was inaugurated this Tuesday 21. It will produce eyed  eggs of Atlantic salmon and sea trout. Optimizing the competitiveness of the Chi…

Partnerships are fundamental to success

Success in business can be measured in many ways. Hendrix Genetics believes that to have a strong bottom line, we need to be successful on many fronts. Our salmon breeding program in Chile is an exce…

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Top management changes to realize our ambitious plans

Hendrix Genetics’ ambitious Vision 2020 plan calls for significant growth and investment. A successful transition of the organization structure is part of the plan and a natural step in the developme…

Revolutionary Kipster Layer Farm Opened

In September the first Kipster farm was officially opened. This is the most state-of-the-art layer farm in the world. Hendrix Genetics is a proud partner in this concept and the first Dekalb White la…

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Hendrix Genetics hosts grand opening of new turkey hatchery in Nebraska

A rare opportunity presented itself to the local community, government and city officials, when they were invited to tour and learn about the new Hendrix Genetics parent stock turkey hatchery in Beat…

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Hendrix Genetics moves into shrimp breeding

Hendrix Genetics partners with Integrated Aquaculture International LLC (iAqua) to accelerate the Kona Bay shrimp breeding program based in Hawaii and Malaysia.

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Supplying solutions from science to society

The third Hendrix Genetics Academy focused on using the connection between science and industry professionals to search together for solutions to ensure a safe, sustainable and affordable food supply…

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Strengthening the industries health goals with better biosecurity

Since 2016 a Hendrix Genetics core team has worked on improving biosecurity around the globe. How can we face disease challenges in poultry and swine? Normally we talk about progressing genetic resis…

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Hendrix Genetics breaks ground on new commercial turkey hatchery

There was an air of excitement in Beresford, South Dakota today as Hendrix Genetics and local officials welcomed the community to a ground-breaking ceremony on their new commercial turkey hatchery. T…

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From big data to smart data

The world cannot stop talking about the power of big data. Big data offers possibilities to organizations. Tapping into the data Hendrix Genetics has reveals patterns, trends and associations. It is …

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Hendrix Genetic proud partner of innovative layer farm concept

On September 15, the first innovative Kipster layer farm was officially opened. Hendrix Genetics is supporter and proud partner of this concept. The first flock of 24,000 Dekalb White laying hens wil…

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New products to meet changing demands

At this year’s SPACE trade show in Rennes-France, Hendrix Genetics has launched several new product solutions to meet the changing demands of the French market in poultry and swine. With the Hybrid O…

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The Hendrix Genetics research advantage

Hendrix Genetics has a large pool of talented researchers. They thrive in a collaborative, innovative and sustainable environment. All while focusing on creating value for the animal protein value ch…

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Perfect layers for a changing US market

Hendrix Genetics’ layer breeds are ideally suited to the changing US market. The demand for cage-free systems is growing, driven by animal welfare concerns. White birds are easier to manage in a cage…

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Hendrix Genetics Academy III

Two years ago we welcomed 100 invitees. Together we explored ways in “Accelerating the future”. We wanted to supply solutions faster for the growing world population. The professional food supply cha…

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New ergonomic insemination facilitator developed

Innovation is one of the strategic pillars of Hendrix Genetics. We are researching and implementing solutions to improve the results within the different parts of the animal protein chain. Animals ar…

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Official opening new trout egg incubation facility

Hendrix Genetics is investing in the growing aquaculture industry. Shortly after the acquisition of Troutlodge, the world's leading supplier of trout genetics, the renovation of the trout egg incuba…

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Hendrix Genetics partners with Heering and Veit on new distribution fleet

New, modern fleet to include 16 vehicles to transport Hybrid eggs and poults throughout the USANew fleet represents a $5 million investment in advanced logistics for the USA turkey industry

Reducing our footprint, decrease CO₂ in logistics

As part of a global movement against climate change, ALS, the specialized trucking company of Hendrix Genetics in France, has signed up for a voluntary program designed by the French authorities to r…

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Hendrix Genetics announces new commercial hatchery in Beresford, SD

Strategically located turkey hatchery to provide 30 million day-old Hybrid poults.Hendrix Genetics estimates over 100 temporary and permanent jobs will be created because of the project.Commercial tu…

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Jerry Moye appointed new member of International Advisory Board

Hendrix Genetics has appointed Jerry Moye as new member of its International Advisory Board (IAB).  The appointment takes effect on 22 June 2017. 

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The value of sharing

Better breeding today for a brighter life tomorrow means collaborating on a higher level with the animal protein chain partners to solve issues that make the entire chain more sustainable. We were as…

Creating fresh currents in aquaculture

We at Hendrix Genetics, believe in the synergetic effects that come from having a portfolio of multispecies breeding programs. Besides critical mass in resources and infrastructure, being a multispec…

VIV Russia 2017: Here's what you missed

On May 23-25, VIV Russia was held in Moscow with a high number of local attendees as well as those from neighboring countries. Below are some of the highlights from the show.

Turkey Vision gathers industry leaders in Toronto

Turkey Vision Toronto took place on May 16-18, 2017, gathering together leaders from North and South America to focus on the future of the industry.

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Traditional poultry in strategic partnership with Sasso

With the growing market for tradition and taste, Sasso and Hendrix Genetics have joined forces in traditional broiler breeding. Hendrix Genetics recognized the interest in traditional poultry several…

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Hybrid Turkeys receives funding for $6 million genomic selection project

Academia, government, industry partners and funding recipients attended a press conference at the University of Guelph on Friday as Kate Young, Canadian Parliamentary Secretary for Science, announced…

Hendrix Genetics helps feed local kids

A team from Hendrix Genetics, along with parents, students and other community partners, volunteered at a local school to celebrate the success of the Live Free Campaign that raises money to help fig…

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Hendrix Genetics innovates with blockchain

Blockchain is the hottest technology that’s available today. It has the potential to make processes more democratic, secure, transparent, and efficient. Now that the technology is available, we belie…

Chairman Hendrix Genetics’ International Advisory Board Retires

Richard van Wijnbergen has retired as Chairman of the International Advisory Board (IAB) of Hendrix Genetics on April 20, 2017. He will be succeeded by Aalt Dijkhuizen, member of the board since 2007…

Supporting the innovative laying hen farm of Kipster

Kipster, a new Dutch company, is set to build an innovative laying hen house. Hendrix Genetics teams up with the four entrepreneurs of Kipster. It will be the most modern laying hen farm in the world…

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Hendrix Genetics’ Genetic Engine

Our core activities are organized to accelerate and enlarge the genetic engine of a breeding program. Everything we do revolves around gaining genetic progress with the animals we breed and the trait…

Layer Vision

The new layer magazine from Hendrix Genetics, formally known as ISA Focus

Hybrid Turkeys announces major investments in USA supply chain.

Hybrid Turkeys announces major investments in USA supply chain.US market to receive day old commercial turkeys direct from primary breeder.Top quality poults to meet the demands of the modern industr…

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Management Changes in Hendrix Genetics’ Troutlodge Operations

Effective January 1st, 2017, Mr. Keith Drynan has been appointed as General Manager of Troutlodge Inc. In this position, he will take over full responsibilities from Mr. Steve Brown who simultaneousl…

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Hendrix Genetics and Mobarakandish Sign Agreement to Produce Troutlodge Eggs in Iran

Hendrix Genetics, through its 100% subsidiary Troutlodge Inc, the world leader in trout genetics and production of trout eggs and Mobarakandish, a leading animal breeding company in Iran, owned by Dr…

Genomic Selection in the Turkey Breeding Program

Hendrix Genetics has been applying genomic selection in the pig and layer breeding programs for several years already and we are now excited to announce recent initiatives to integrate this technolog…

Hendrix Genetics Pledges $68,000 to Local Nutrition Programs

Hendrix Genetics is committed to giving back, not only to the industries in which we do business, but also to the communities in which we work.

Hendrix Genetics shows fresh new look at EuroTier

EuroTier, the world's largest animal livestock show, has opened its doors for the 2016 edition. Hendrix Genetics presents a fresh new look to the audience as a result of a revised brand strategy.

Research alliance to improve aquaculture and livestock breeding

The University of Edinburgh’s Roslin Institute and Hendrix Genetics, a global leader in animal breeding, have established a research agreement to improve the sustainability of animal production. 

Hendrix Genetics on the brink of a new era

We would like to explain our new story, paint you our future and how this affects all of us.

Meeting of Young Growers Club, Poland

The Young Growers Club in Poland continues to grow in support of the next generation of turkey growers. We held a meeting in Kętrzyn, Poland from18-19 October, 2016.

Hybrid in action - Russia

The Russian turkey industry is rapidly evolving and we are pleased to highlight recent activities in this region.

Hendrix Genetics Showcases $200,000 Investment in North American Poultry Laboratory

Providing high health, salmonella-negative flocks and ensuring clean and pathogen-free facilities are our top priority. For this reason, we are proud to highlight the recent expansion of our North Am…

Enhanced efforts in feed conversion

Feed conversion measurement is an important part of our pedigree breeding program. We have implemented an enhanced prototype in order to provide more information on each individual bird.