DairyTalk 313: Zoetis Acquires Neogen Genomics: Control Over the Dairy DNA Pipeline Expands - by Helmut Demmelhuber

DairyTalk by Helmut Demmelhuber · Mar 5, 2026 · 21m

This podcast episode draws on an industry article analysing Zoetis’ 160-million-dollar acquisition of Neogen’s animal genomics business. The analysis highlights how the transaction creates a more integrated provider combining genetic testing, data interpretation and the development of health and breeding indices. As a result, a single company gains greater influence across the genetic information pipeline used in livestock production. For breeders and producers, this raises questions about data ownership, technological dependence and the long-term cost of switching between platforms. The…