Livestock Genome Sequencing

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CD Genomics is a leading service provider for agricultural genomics research, providing livestock whole-genome sequencing services with ultra-fast turnaround times, high-quality sequencing data, and reliable results. Our livestock genome sequencing benefits animal production practices, animal health and welfare, understanding the genetic basis of animal and human diseases, and provides and insights into the evolutionary pathways of related species.

Importance of livestock genome sequencing

With the continuous improvement of people's living standards, people's demand and quality requirements for livestock and poultry meat products are also getting higher and higher, and the production performance and meat quality of animals are closely related to their genetic makeup. Based on recent advances in high-throughput, next-generation whole-genome and transcriptome sequencing, array-based genotyping, and modern bioinformatics methods, these methods have enabled the sequencing of livestock genomes on a global scale. Sequencing livestock genomes may benefit animal production practices, animal health and welfare, and our understanding of the genetic basis of disease in animals and humans. In addition, genome sequencing provides us with the opportunity to increase our basic knowledge of the evolutionary pathways of these and related species.

Fig. 1. Variation in taxonomic richness and genome availability, quality, and assembly size across kingdom Animalia in GenBank. (Hotaling et al., 2021)

Our customizable service

Based on our advanced next-generation sequencing and long-read sequencing technology platforms, and assembly methods, CD Genomics has completed genome sequencing of a wide range of livestock, including pigs, cattle, goats, sheep, and horses. High-quality reference genome sequence profiles provide the basis for further obtaining more comprehensive genetic information in different species, while comparing genomic features of different species can also deepen the understanding of inter-species differences and evolution.

Our comprehensive approach includes sample collection, DNA extraction, library preparation, sequencing, data analysis and interpretation. With a dedicated team of highly skilled experts and a commitment to quality, we deliver accurate and reliable results that enable researchers and breeders and industry to realize the full genetic potential of livestock species.

Aquaculture.

Bovine.

Canine.

Equine.

Porcine.

Poultry.

Sheep & Goats.

Livestock sample requirements

Animal tissue ≥ 500 mg; The samples can be frozen with liquid nitrogen and stored at -80 degrees or sent by dry ice directly.

Applications of livestock genome sequencing service

Depending on the research objectives, the size of the sequenced population, the geographical distribution of the species, and the sequencing depth, our whole-genome sequencing is widely used for the mining of functional genes related to economically important traits in livestock, the origin of domestication mechanisms, and the diversity of genetic resources.

The mechanisms of inheritance of economically important traits in livestock study

Our whole genome sequencing contributes to the study of the evolutionary origins of livestock, domestication, adaptive mechanisms, candidate genes for economically important traits, population history dynamics, etc., and continues to increase our clients' understanding of the mechanisms underlying the genetics of economically important traits.

Livestock breeding and production

Our livestock genome sequencing can transform animal breeding programs by providing reliable information on the genetic basis of desirable traits. Using information gained through genome sequencing, selective breeding can be optimized to develop more efficient and profitable livestock populations.

Improving livestock health and disease resistance

Our livestock genome sequencing can provide valuable information to understand the genetic factors underlying disease susceptibility and resistance. By identifying genes associated with immune response and disease resistance, scientists can develop targeted disease prevention and control strategies. In addition, understanding the genetic basis of disease can help develop diagnostic tools and identify potential therapeutic targets.

Human health

Our livestock genome sequencing can help biomedical researchers answer more of the remaining questions about the human genome and its potential to improve human health.

Advantages of our service

Our state-of-the-art sequencing platform provides superior accuracy, resolution, and coverage, helping to identify genetic variants and information important to livestock genomes.
We have a team of skilled bioinformaticians who specialize in analyzing and interpreting genomic data.
Whether it is cattle, swine, poultry, or other domesticated animals, you can customize our services to meet the specific requirements of different livestock species.
We adhere to strict quality control measures throughout the genome sequencing process to ensure accurate and reproducible results.

CD Genomics is committed to providing high-quality livestock genome sequencing services for global customers. Our services enable researchers and animal breeders to determine the entire genetic information at the single nucleotide level, accelerating your genetic development and breeding programs. If you are interested, please feel free to contact us.

Reference

Hotaling, Scott, Joanna L. Kelley, and Paul B. Frandsen. Toward a genome sequence for every animal: where are we now?. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. 118.52 (2021): e2109019118.

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