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Ahead of the annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting this month, PIC joined leaders from around the globe to discuss how our PRRS-Resistant Pig (PRP) can help address some of the world’s most significant challenges. Our Global Director of Product Sustainability at PIC Banks Baker recently met with CBS to discuss the benefits of our work in this space. The discussions at Davos follow publication of a 2023 Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) report, which identified improved genetics as the number one opportunity for sustainably increasing productivity and decreasing GHG emissions in the livestock sector. 

Meet Our 2025 North America Intern Cohort: Introducing Kate Davis   We’re excited to introduce Kate Davis, one of the newest members of the Labs Intern group, starting June 2nd under the direction of Todd Nevling. Kate is a junior at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, where she’s pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science and Biology with a minor in Biotechnology. She plans to graduate in May 2026.   Growing up on a Boer goat farm south of Madison, Kate developed a passion for genetics and livestock improvement. Her experience with animal husbandry and genetics sparked a lifelong interest in applying science to enhance agricultural outcomes. While Kate has substantial hands-on experience with animals, she’s eager to gain lab-based expertise, which makes this internship an ideal opportunity for her to bridge the gap between her academic knowledge and real-world application.   Kate is no stranger to leadership, having served as President of the Junior Wisconsin Meat Goat Association and Secretary of the UW-Platteville Equestrian Team. She also owns a horse and you can find her competing at Hunter/Jumper shows around the Midwest! Her professional experiences, including a Field Research Intern role at Midwestern BioAg and customer-facing work at Tabby & Jack’s Pet Supplies, demonstrate her ability to adapt, learn quickly, and work effectively both independently and in teams.   In her words, this internship represents her top choice for gaining technical skills, networking with industry professionals, and exploring career pathways. Kate’s enthusiasm, work ethic, and unique combination of skills and experiences make her an exceptional addition to the team.   Welcome to the team, Kate!

Meet Our 2025 North America Intern Cohort: Introducing Haily Green We’re excited to introduce Haily Green as a part of our intern cohort! Haily will be joining us at the Wisconsin Barns, where she will work in Arrivals and Calf Care under the guidance of Dave Deans starting on May 19th.   Haily brings an impressive 15 years of experience with cattle, having been actively involved in cattle handling since she was a child. She began showing cattle at age six and helped start her family’s herd in 2018. Haily has worked across multiple operations, performing tasks such as sorting, moving, vaccinating, assisting with calving, and maintaining cattle lots and pens. Her broad animal-handling experience includes sheep and goats, showcasing her versatility and dedication. Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in animal science with minors in Microbiology and Biology at Iowa State University, Haily is set to graduate in May 2026. Her interest in Genus/ABS began at an Iowa State career fair, and she is eager to deepen her knowledge of reproductive processes, particularly semen handling and collection, through this internship.   Haily describes herself as a fast learner and hard worker with a keen eye for detail and a passion for the outdoors. She is enthusiastic about leveraging this opportunity to gain hands-on experience that aligns with her long-term goal of working in reproduction-focused roles.   Please join us in welcoming Haily to the team! We look forward to seeing the energy and expertise she’ll bring to the Wisconsin Barns.

Curious to learn more about PIC’s digital phenotyping technology? Tune in to Eric Psota, PIC Digital Innovation Manager, on this recent episode of the SwineTech, Inc.’s Popular Pig Podcast! Eric explores the science behind the technology, its impact on driving genetic change and what it means for producers. Listen now!  ➡️ https://lnkd.in/drrq2ivX #PICGenetics #AgTech #PorkProduction

Meet Our 2025 North America Intern Cohort: Introducing Tiffany Hazzard   We’re excited to welcome Tiffany Hazzard to our intern cohort as a Reproduction and Breeding Intern! Tiffany will be working under the guidance of Carl Anderson in the Vermont/New York region, starting on January 13th, 2025.   Tiffany is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Technology degree at the State University of New York at Cobleskill, where she is on track to graduate in May 2025. Her academic focus includes courses like Dairy Cattle Breeding, Dairy Record Management, and Animal Anatomy & Physiology, complementing her strong hands-on experience in the field.   With extensive experience across both beef and dairy operations, Tiffany has honed her skills in calf care, reproductive management, and daily herd responsibilities. She has performed up to 200 inseminations per month, designated sires for breeding, and worked closely with veterinarians to achieve impressive pregnancy rates in heifers. Tiffany’s practical training in AI, facilitated by an ABS technician, sparked her passion for breeding for superior genetics and paved the way for her enthusiasm for this internship opportunity. Tiffany’s long-term goal is to become a dairy cattle breeder, helping local farmers optimize herd genetics. Her dedication, technical expertise, and commitment to learning make her a valuable addition to our team.   Please join us in welcoming Tiffany and supporting her success during this internship!

Meet Our 2025 North America Intern Cohort: Introducing Anna Huang   We’re thrilled to welcome Anna Huang to our Intern Cohort! Anna will join Genus as a Co-op Developer Intern under the guidance of John Rupel, starting on January 6th.   Anna is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with an anticipated graduation in December 2025. She brings a solid foundation in both hardware and software, fueled by her academic background and hands-on experience in embedded systems.   Anna is drawn to Genus for our innovative use of embedded systems to moderate animal genetics and performance—an intersection of technology and biology that aligns perfectly with her interests and goals. Her passion for embedded systems was sparked during a course in the subject, and she’s eager to deepen her expertise in system integration through this co-op.   Outside the classroom, Anna has built an impressive skill set, including programming languages like Java, C/C#, PHP, and frameworks such as Vue.js, React, and MATLAB. Her work experience spans developing web applications, custom PCBs, and embedded firmware, showcasing her ability to tackle both software and hardware challenges.   Join us in giving a warm welcome to Anna as she embarks on this exciting chapter with us!

📢 Keynote Speaker Announcement and other leading voices joining us in Dallas on April 8-9 for #AnimalAgTech   Keynote Speaker Sid Miller, Commissioner for the Texas Department of Agriculture, has led efforts since 2015 to promote production agriculture, consumer protection, economic development and healthy living across the state.   Elena Rice, Chief Scientific Officer at Genus PLC, is driving efforts to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and sustainability of animal protein production through a portfolio of R&D projects and pioneering technologies.    Lance Zimmerman, Senior VP & Senior Animal Protein Analyst at Rabobank, brings more than two decades of experience in the animal protein industry.   View the full speaker line-up: https://lnkd.in/ggy-3UhM

The Genus values came to life as teams around the world held kickoff events to share more about our values and how each employee plays an important role in shaping our culture and driving a bright future for all. #GenusPLC #GenusValues #WeAreGenus https://lnkd.in/ggfmfK4q

Meet our leaders. Their passion for fostering a values-based organization is highlighted in thoughts they shared throughout our values refresh process. #GenusPLC #GenusValues #WeAreGenus https://lnkd.in/efPmfuYs

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