Animal genetics is the study of genes. Genes impact the performances of an animal and are passed on from parents to offspring. At Hendrix Genetics, we study animals and collect data on the performances or so-called traits they express. Like being resilient to fight off diseases, or being able to grow with fewer resources, and much, much more. We use the latest technology to gather and process these data, and we do so for each and every individual animal in our breeding program. Like that, we are able to carefully evaluate the genetic potential of single animals and select which are the best parents to produce healthier and more efficient offspring. The result is; better breeding today, for a brighter life tomorrow.
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