After years testing a rainbow of pigs, Genus has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the gene-edited PRRS-resistant pig in the U.S. food supply chain.
Source: National Hog Farmer, April 28, 2025. Link.
Addressing PRRS can allow us to improve animal welfare and reduce the environmental impact of raising pigs. Recent research indicates that PRRS increases the need for antibiotics by more than 200 percent. Plus, a recent ISO-conformant lifecycle assessment found that eliminating PRRS could reduce greenhouse gas.” – Banks Baker, PIC
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