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Trans Ova Genetics Founder Dr. David Faber Wins National Dairy Shrine Pioneer Award

August 30, 2024

The National Dairy Shrine has named the 2024 recipients of its Pioneer award: Stanley (Stan) Bird, Alice Catherine Evans, Dr. David Faber and Peter Vail, Sr. Each year this award recognizes industry leaders who have made significant contributions to dairy throughout their lives. Honoring dairy leaders is a key part of the National Dairy Shrine mission, and in its history nearly 400 dairy industry leaders have been recognized as National Dairy Shrine Pioneers. They represent all facets of the industry, and each has made signficiant contributions that make the dairy industry what it is today. The National Dairy Shrine is…

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Technological leader in embryo production arrives in Brazil 

August 13, 2024

Focused on bovine genetic improvement, Trans Ova plans to begin operations in Brazil this second half  Recent data from the Brazilian Association of Artificial Insemination (Asbia) indicates that more than 538,000 embryos were produced in the country in 2022 alone. Of this total, around 340,000 were destined for beef cattle, while just over 161,000 were destined for dairy cattle. It is within this scenario that Trans Ova, a U.S.-based company in this segment, announces its arrival in Brazil.  The second largest embryo market in the world, according to a study by Embrapa researchers, Brazil is only behind the United States in production volume. "We will begin…

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IVF Lab Coming to Idaho

June 1, 2023

Twin Falls, ID – Trans Ova Genetics is excited to announce the acquisition of Intermountain Embryonics in Twin Falls, Idaho.  As of March 2023, Trans Ova Genetics became the owners of Intermountain Embryonics after completing the purchase from Dr. Hoyt Rees. The addition of this lab in Idaho marks the second new IVF lab to open this year for Trans Ova. The Idaho Regional Center will offer breeders the same convenient access to IVF technologies, while expediting access to lab facilities and personnel. “Our client base in the Northwest continues to grow, and we are excited to be able to offer…

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IVF Lab Coming to Georgia

February 22, 2023

Lawrenceville, GA  – Trans Ova Genetics is excited to announce the opening of a new IVF lab located in Lawrenceville, Georgia.  The Georgia Regional Center will offer breeders the same convenient access to IVF technologies, while expediting access to lab facilities and personnel, with fewer complications from the shipment of incubators. “Our clients in the Southeast have urged us to provide regional lab services to their area and we have been listening,” says Mike Creek, Senior Operations Director.  “Their dedication and Southern hospitality to Trans Ova services and our team makes this Southeast lab one of the most exciting recent…

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Trans Ova Genetics continues to Multiply Success for clients

July 5, 2022

Today, Precigen, Inc., the parent company of Trans Ova Genetics, L.C. (“Trans Ova”), announced a definitive agreement for the sale of Trans Ova to URUS. Consummation of the transaction, anticipated in Q3 2022, is subject to customary closing conditions, including clearance under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976. Trans Ova is an industry-leading provider of bovine reproductive technologies. Trans Ova’s dedication and strong commitment to its clients, which has sustained its outstanding reputation in the industry, will continue unabated. Trans Ova will continue under the leadership of David Faber, D.V.M, CEO & President, and his current management team.  URUS is…

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