We work with commercial farmers and farming groups, providing DNA analysis on a large-scale or for a specific aspect of a breeding programme, and we work with a range of partners on R&D projects, where Totogen brings DNA analytical expertise. Whatever we do, our aim is to combine technical expertise and experience with affordability.
is of a transformed commercial sheep farming sector where all farmers – with thousands, tens-of-thousands, or even hundreds-of-thousands of sheep – can afford to use DNA analysis on all of their animals, as just another farm input, as the way they go about their business. In our first year of business we have analysed over 25,000 samples, proving that we can deliver on our promise of low cost and high quality.
The potential is enormous, for individual farms and, ultimately, for New Zealand’s leadership of the industry.
To significantly grow profitability, through the ability to make informed selection decisions to meet farm objectives.
To validate and implement genetic gains quickly. What might take 10 years without comprehensive DNA analysis, could see a payback in as little as 2-5 years with a careful DNA programme.
To move up the value chain by introducing characteristics that command a premium with consumers.
To do “more with less”, by increasing productivity with fewer sheep, with both efficiency and environmental benefits.
To bake in traceability, from paddock to plate.
