Press releases - Genetics and reproduction

Swine genetics specialist Nucléus has announced the signing of a strategic partnership with Ukraine-based Agrifood Consulting. This agreement marks Nucléus’ first official entry into the Ukrainian market.

The company was established through a joint venture between Hendrix Genetics and its Danish partners, combining breeding, multiplication, and distribution activities within a single swine organization.

A look at the innovations, careers, and veterinary and agricultural leaders the Swine Center has nurtured.

Researchers from Chulalongkorn University's Faculty of Veterinary Science have developed synthetic boar scent mimicking natural pheromones, providing a safer way to stimulate reproduction while reducing the risk of disease transmission associated with direct contact between breeding animals.

After carefully assessing 78 entries, the jury selected 32 innovations for the 2026 Innov’SPACE Awards.

Enhanced animal welfare combined with high functionality.

The signing took place in South Korea during an official visit by board members from Cooperl, the parent cooperative of Nucleus.

Approval was granted after three separate Canadian regulatory agencies conducted independent reviews of research and data.

Jean-Jacques Simon is the company's new Director of Topigs Norsvin France.

The new Hendrix Huanshan Nucleus Farm in Yuexi embodies the shared ambition of Hendrix Genetics and the Huanshan Group to accelerate breeding progress of swine in China.

This collaboration strengthens the availability of high-quality semen and genetics for pig producers in the Netherlands and beyond.

Minitube continues its path of growth: On November 15, the company celebrated the official opening of its new headquarters in Tiefenbach, Germany.

Over the past two years, DanBred has achieved a breeding progress of almost €5 per DanBred finisher pig, according to a new report. This includes improvements in piglet survival, feed efficiency, and overall profitability.

This change reflects our growth and expanded responsibility across the African continent.

On January 1, 2026, a newly formed Executive Board will take over the global management of Minitube International.

The arrival of Maxime Sergent and Philippe Monvoisin represents a major asset to support Nucléus’ international growth and strengthen its position in global markets.

The Nexus 100 was developed to address these pressures directly, offering producers a solution that performs consistently, survives better, and integrates seamlessly into high-pressure operations to help them grow ahead with confidence.

This exciting new apprenticeship opportunity will prepare career seekers to succeed in the role of Swine Animal Care Technician.

Danbred is pleased to announce Simon Cook as our new Regional Manager for the Great Britain and Ireland market.

Strengthening quality leadership in reproductive technologies.

Francesco Bertacchini succeeds Gian Giacomo Grandi, who will retire at the end of September.

With a direct presence in 6 countries, Nucléus confirms its international positioning. This reflects a clear trajectory for the pig breeding program led by the Cooper Cooperative, as reaffirmed during the annual Nucléus seminar on Thursday, June 5, 2025.

A new book "Advances in pig breeding and reproduction" explores how reproductive efficiency can be optimised to achieve the desired breeding outcomes.

In 2024, DanBred herds in Denmark achieved 36.2 weaned piglets per sow per year. DanBred finishers are growing 32 grams faster, reaching an average daily gain of 1,065 grams.