At ABS, sustainability is more than a buzzword; it’s the heart of our operations. It’s been built into every decision we’ve made over the last 80 years and the ones we continue to make. Our mission remains the same: pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.
Our tailored breeding programs and elite genetics empower producers to raise cattle that live longer, produce more efficiently, and have a lower environmental footprint. Through innovative genetic strategies and relentless improvement of genetic technologies, we help farmers maximise the value of every calf and minimise the resource inputs needed. Ultimately, we support farmers in creating more from less!
Our Sustainability Pillars
We aren’t just in the business of genetics; we are shaping the future of sustainable animal agriculture, one calf at a time. At our core, we want to partner with farmers to help them produce high-quality, affordable meat and milk more efficiently and sustainably. Our portfolio of genetic and reproductive solutions already makes our customers more efficient, profitable, and sustainable. They are the foundation of our sustainability pillars.
Creating Greater Efficiencies
Efficiency is at the core of sustainable farming. By breeding animals that convert feed more effectively and produce more profitably, we help farmers reduce costs and environmental impacts, which maximizes returns.
Creating Better Animal Health
Healthy animals are more productive and require fewer resources, which benefits farmers and the environment alike. By focusing on these genetics, we support farmers in raising efficient and robust herds.
Creating Conscious Communities
To us, sustainability includes creating ethical practices that care for the environment, support animal welfare, and promote genetic diversity in cattle. This secures farming livelihoods, improves food security, provides high-quality livestock products, and helps reduce environmental impact.
All of this is… Genetics for Good.
Ground-breaking Research: Proving the Value of Genetic Improvement
We are proud to have completed the industry’s first comprehensive beef-on-dairy (BxD) Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to uncover the impact of genetics on sustainability. An LCA is the gold standard in evaluating environmental performance and assesses every stage of a product’s life.
Developed according to International Standards Organization (ISO) guidelines and reviewed by a panel of experts, our LCAs were carried out by a leading independent consultancy, as part of an Innovate UK project, and included input from specialists at top universities in the US, Canada, and Europe.
Co-funded by Innovate UK and DEFRA, in partnership with Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC), the Climate Smart Genetics project is at the forefront of developing innovative ways to measure and reduce the environmental impact of beef production.
NuEra Genetics®: The Future of Sustainable Protein
Using real-world performance data from more than 60,000 BxD animals in US and UK commercial systems, the assessments show that using Genus ABS’ proprietary NuEra Genetics leads to higher growth rates, reduced inputs, enhanced feed conversion, and a measurable reduction in emissions intensity. The results reveal that with a targeted genetic improvement program, farmers can reduce emissions intensity by up to 9% per year—all by choosing the right genetics.
NuEra Genetics offers farmers the opportunity to produce higher-quality, more sustainable protein with reduced environmental impact and improved profitability. With the power of NuEra Genetics and a targeted genetic improvement program, farmers can expect to create more with less, driving the entire supply chain’s efficiency, profitability, and reduction of methane emissions.
Genetic improvement is a long-term solution for sustainability. The impact of genetics delivers permanent and cumulative benefits for farmers, the supply chain, communities, and nature. By providing tools to select the best genetics, ABS can help farmers increase productivity, improve profitability, and minimise environmental impact, empowering them to lead the charge towards a more sustainable agricultural industry.
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