Genus PLC
Global animal genetics company operating the ABS bovine and PIC porcine brands, supplying proven semen and elite genetics to dairy farms, beef operations and pig producers in 70-plus countries.
Genus PLC is a world-leading animal genetics company listed on the London Stock Exchange, headquartered in Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom. The company operates through two divisions: ABS, the world's largest bovine genetics business supplying bull semen and embryos to dairy and beef producers, and PIC (Pig Improvement Company), one of the world's largest porcine genetics companies supplying elite boar semen and breeding stock for commercial pig production. Genus conducts its own genetic research, incorporating genomics and marker-assisted selection to accelerate genetic progress in milk production, growth rate, meat quality and disease resistance. Products are sold through national distributor networks, AI technicians and direct farm programmes across more than 70 countries. The company also holds leading positions in North American, European, Asian and Latin American markets through local subsidiaries and joint ventures. Research and development investment consistently represents more than 10 percent of annual revenue.
- Type
- Manufacturer
- Location
- Basingstoke, United Kingdom
- Founded
- 1993
- Website
- genusplc.com
- Categories
- Livestock & Animal Farming
- Markets
- United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Netherlands, Brazil, Mexico, China, Australia, Canada
Verified facts
- domain-registered (green), checked 2026-08-02 Domain registry record
- lei-active (green), checked 2026-08-23 GLEIF global LEI register (golden copy)
- directors-on-file (green), checked 2026-06-20 Companies House
- registered-since (green), checked 1994-09-26 Companies House free company data product (UK)
- ch-active (green), checked 2026-06-20 Companies House
Claimed certifications
- ISO 9001, Quality Management IAF CertSearch
- ISO 14001, Environmental Management IAF CertSearch
Import rules for these goods
- Pet food and animal by-products imported into the EU require an approved/registered establishment of origin and TRACES pre-notification. European Commission