Zoetis and Danone Announce Strategic Partnership to Pioneer Sustainable Innovation in Dairy Farming Using the Power of Genetics
Zoetis and Danone have announced a strategic partnership to drive sustainable practices in dairy farming through genetic innovation. The collaboration aims to leverage Zoetis' genetic technologies globally, focusing on animal well-being, reducing environmental impact, and promoting long-term resilience in dairy farming.
Zoetis, as Danone's preferred provider for genetic testing on dairy farms, will utilize its Dairy Wellness Profit Index® (DWP$®) from CLARIFIDE® Plus. This multi-trait animal ranking selection index helps estimate the potential lifetime profit of Holstein and Jersey cattle, incorporating critical wellness traits, production, fertility, and other factors.
The partnership aims to improve environmental, resource, and operational sustainability outcomes in dairy farming. Recent studies have shown potential benefits for sustainability, methane reduction, farm profitability, and animal welfare through genetic improvements.
Zoetis e Danone hanno annunciato una partnership strategica per promuovere pratiche sostenibili nell'allevamento dei bovini attraverso l'innovazione genetica. Questa collaborazione mira a sfruttare le tecnologie genetiche di Zoetis a livello globale, concentrandosi su benessere animale, riduzione dell'impatto ambientale e promozione della resilienza a lungo termine nell'allevamento dei bovini.
Zoetis, in quanto fornitore preferito di Danone per i test genetici nelle aziende zootecniche, utilizzerà il suo Dairy Wellness Profit Index® (DWP$®) da CLARIFIDE® Plus. Questo indice di selezione delle animali multicriterio aiuta a stimare il potenziale profitto a vita dei bovini di razza Holstein e Jersey, incorporando tratti di benessere critici, produzione, fertilità e altri fattori.
La partnership ha l'obiettivo di migliorare i risultati in termini di sostenibilità ambientale, risorse e operatività nell'allevamento dei bovini. Studi recenti hanno dimostrato potenziali benefici per la sostenibilità, riduzione del metano, redditività delle aziende agricole e benessere animale attraverso miglioramenti genetici.
Zoetis y Danone han anunciado una asociación estratégica para impulsar prácticas sostenibles en la ganadería a través de la innovación genética. La colaboración busca aprovechar las tecnologías genéticas de Zoetis a nivel global, centrándose en el bienestar animal, la reducción del impacto ambiental y la promoción de la resiliencia a largo plazo en la ganadería.
Zoetis, como proveedor preferido de Danone para pruebas genéticas en granjas lecheras, utilizará su Dairy Wellness Profit Index® (DWP$®) de CLARIFIDE® Plus. Este índice de selección de animales de múltiples rasgos ayuda a estimar el potencial de beneficio vitalicio de las vacas Holstein y Jersey, incorporando rasgos críticos de bienestar, producción, fertilidad y otros factores.
La asociación tiene como objetivo mejorar los resultados de sostenibilidad ambiental, recursos y operativos en la ganadería. Estudios recientes han mostrado beneficios potenciales para la sostenibilidad, reducción de metano, rentabilidad de las granjas y bienestar animal a través de mejoras genéticas.
조에티스와 다논이 유전자 혁신을 통한 지속 가능한 낙농 관행을 추진하기 위한 전략적 파트너십을 발표했습니다. 이 협업은 조에티스의 유전자 기술을 전 세계적으로 활용하여 동물 복지, 환경 영향 감소 및 장기적인 회복력 증진에 초점을 맞추고 있습니다.
조에티스는 다논의 낙농장 유전자 검사에 대한 선호 공급업체로서 CLARIFIDE® Plus의 Dairy Wellness Profit Index® (DWP$®)를 활용할 것입니다. 이 다중 특성 동물 순위 선택 지수는 홀스타인과 저지 소의 잠재적 생애 이익을 추정하는 데 도움을 주며, 중요한 복지 특성, 생산성, 번식 및 기타 요소를 포함합니다.
파트너십의 목표는 낙농에서 환경, 자원 및 운영의 지속 가능성 결과를 개선하는 것입니다. 최근 연구에 따르면 유전자 개선을 통해 지속 가능성, 메탄 감축, 농장 수익성 및 동물 복지에 대한 잠재적 이점이 나타났습니다.
Zoetis et Danone ont annoncé un partenariat stratégique pour promouvoir des pratiques durables dans l'élevage laitier grâce à l'innovation génétique. Cette collaboration vise à tirer parti des technologies génétiques de Zoetis à l'échelle mondiale, en mettant l'accent sur le bien-être animal, la réduction de l'impact environnemental et la promotion de la résilience à long terme dans l'élevage laitier.
Zoetis, en tant que fournisseur privilégié de Danone pour les tests génétiques dans les exploitations laitières, utilisera son Dairy Wellness Profit Index® (DWP$®) de CLARIFIDE® Plus. Cet indice de sélection d'animaux à multiples attributs aide à estimer le potentiel de bénéfice à vie des vaches Holstein et Jersey, en incorporant des traits de bien-être critiques, la production, la fertilité et d'autres facteurs.
Le partenariat vise à améliorer les résultats en matière de durabilité environnementale, de ressources et d'opérations dans l'élevage laitier. Des études récentes ont montré des avantages potentiels pour la durabilité, la réduction du méthane, la rentabilité des exploitations agricoles et le bien-être animal grâce à des améliorations génétiques.
Zoetis und Danone haben eine strategische Partnerschaft angekündigt, um nachhaltige Praktiken in der Milchwirtschaft durch genetische Innovationen voranzutreiben. Die Zusammenarbeit zielt darauf ab, die genetischen Technologien von Zoetis weltweit zu nutzen, wobei der Fokus auf Tierwohl, Reduzierung der Umweltbelastungen und Förderung der langfristigen Resilienz in der Milchwirtschaft liegt.
Zoetis wird als bevorzugter Anbieter von Danone für genetische Tests auf Milchbauernhöfen sein Dairy Wellness Profit Index® (DWP$®) von CLARIFIDE® Plus verwenden. Dieser Multi-Attribute-Tierauswahlindex hilft, den potenziellen Lebenszeitgewinn von Holstein- und Jersey-Rindern zu schätzen und berücksichtigt dabei wichtige Wohlfühlmerkmale, Produktion, Fruchtbarkeit und andere Faktoren.
Die Partnerschaft hat das Ziel, Umwelt-, Ressourcen- und Betriebsergebnisse in der Milchwirtschaft zu verbessern. Jüngste Studien haben potenzielle Vorteile für Nachhaltigkeit, Methanreduktion, Rentabilität der Farmen und Tierwohl durch genetische Verbesserungen aufgezeigt.
- Strategic partnership between Zoetis and Danone to innovate dairy industry's approach to breeding for sustainability
- Zoetis becomes preferred provider for genetic testing on Danone's dairy farms globally
- Potential for improved farm profitability and animal welfare through genetic advancements
- Alignment with increasing consumer demand for sustainably sourced dairy products
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This partnership between Zoetis and Danone represents a significant step towards sustainable innovation in dairy farming. By combining Zoetis' genetic expertise with Danone's commitment to environmental stewardship, they're aiming to revolutionize breeding practices for sustainability.
The collaboration leverages Zoetis' Dairy Wellness Profit Index® (DWP$®) from CLARIFIDE® Plus, a comprehensive selection index that considers multiple traits including wellness, production and longevity. This approach could lead to:
- Improved animal health and welfare
- Reduced environmental impact through more efficient production
- Enhanced farm profitability and resilience
Recent studies suggest potential benefits in sustainability, methane reduction and animal welfare. For investors, this partnership could position both companies as leaders in sustainable dairy innovation, potentially driving long-term growth and market differentiation in an increasingly environmentally conscious consumer landscape.
This strategic partnership aligns with growing global trends towards sustainable agriculture and responsible business practices. Key points to consider:
- Market Demand: Consumers increasingly prefer sustainably sourced dairy products, which could drive demand for milk produced using these genetic innovations.
- Regulatory Alignment: As environmental regulations tighten globally, this initiative positions both companies favorably.
- Competitive Advantage: First-mover advantage in integrating genetics with sustainability could set industry standards.
- Risk Mitigation: Improved animal health and farm resilience can reduce operational risks in dairy farming.
For Zoetis, this partnership could expand its market reach and solidify its position in precision animal health. For Danone, it enhances its sustainability credentials and potentially secures a more stable, efficient supply chain. Investors should watch for tangible outcomes, such as reduced methane emissions or improved farm productivity, as indicators of the partnership's success and potential market impact.
The plan between the two companies is intended to enable Danone to leverage Zoetis’ cutting-edge genetic technologies globally. The focus is on integrating sustainable practices into dairy genetics and selection, emphasizing animal well-being, reducing environmental impact, and promoting long-term resilience in dairy farming.
“Collaborative partnerships allow us to harmonize genetic innovation with sustainable practices. Through our partnership with Danone, we intend to leverage our respective expertise to set new benchmarks for healthier herds that contribute to a sustainable future for the dairy industry,” said Wafaa Mamilli, EVP, Chief Digital & Technology Officer, and Group President for
As part of its commitment to equip dairy producers with innovative solutions to help them meet their sustainability goals, Zoetis’ genetic testing solutions and expertise provide the ability to predict an animal’s susceptibility to costly diseases and potential to remain healthy and productive over its lifetime - aligning with Danone’s ambition to support dairy production that prioritizes environmental resiliency.
“We really look forward to embarking with Zoetis on this journey. Together, we are committed to utilizing genomic testing as an important tool for incorporating sustainability at its core. This partnership aligns with our vision of creating positive change throughout the dairy value chain,” said Jean-Yves Krummenacher, Chief Procurement Officer at Danone.
Impacts of Genetics on Dairy Sustainability
Zoetis became a member of Danone’s global Partner for Growth program in 2023 as the preferred provider for genetic testing on dairy farms, specifically leveraging the Dairy Wellness Profit Index® (DWP$®) from CLARIFIDE® Plus. Only available through CLARIFIDE Plus, DWP$ is a multi-trait animal ranking selection index that reveals the value of critical wellness traits, including cow and calf wellness, production, fertility, functional type, longevity, livability, calving ability and milk quality traits, plus polled test results. Through this unique and comprehensive selection index, Zoetis can estimate the potential lifetime profit that Holstein and Jersey cattle will contribute to a dairy operation. Incorporating DWP$ into breeding and culling decisions helps dairy farmers create future generations of healthy, resilient animals capable of higher lifetime profit when combined with best management practices.1
Zoetis brings innovation to the application of genetic testing by connecting how genetic improvements can help farmers work toward improving environmental, resource, and operational sustainability outcomes. Recent studies analyzing animal performance, genomic data, and financial records clearly indicate the potential benefits for sustainability, methane reduction, farm profitability, and animal welfare.2 Thus helping dairy producers to improve sustainable production practices over time while enhancing animal health and farm performance .2,†
The partnership aspires to positively impact the environment, increase cow longevity, improve farm resilience, and meet the increasing consumer demand for sustainably sourced dairy products. Visit ClarifidePlus.com to learn more about Zoetis' comprehensive portfolio of dairy genetic solutions.
About Zoetis
As the world’s leading animal health company, Zoetis is driven by a singular purpose: to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. After innovating ways to predict, prevent, detect, and treat animal illness for more than 70 years, Zoetis continues to stand by those raising and caring for animals worldwide – from veterinarians and pet owners to livestock farmers and ranchers. The company’s leading portfolio and pipeline of medicines, vaccines, diagnostics and technologies make a difference in over 100 countries. A Fortune 500 company, Zoetis generated revenue of
† This is based on generally accepted calculation (not actual measurement of methane emissions).
1 Fessenden, B., et al. Validation of genomic predictions for a lifetime merit selection index for the US dairy industry.
J Dairy Sci. 2020;103(11):10414-10428.
2 Di Croce F. Championing a Healthier, More Sustainable Future Through Genetics, July 2022; Zoetis Inc.
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