Novus partners Resilient Biotics to develop groundbreaking swine health solution

USA – Novus International, Inc., a leader in intelligent nutrition and biotechnology innovator Resilient Biotics have forged a strategic alliance to address swine respiratory diseases and immune health challenges. 

This collaboration aims to develop a groundbreaking feed solution tailored to tackle costly respiratory conditions such as porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) and porcine respiratory disease complex (PRDC), which strain pig health and cost the industry billions annually.

“These challenges significantly impact productivity and animal welfare,” said Gaurav Shah, Novus’s Associate Director of Innovation and Business Development. “By working with Resilient Biotics, we aim to create a solution that will optimise pig health and reduce these risks in an innovative way.”

The partnership capitalises on Resilient Biotics’ microbiome discovery platform, advanced microbial databases, and extensive research into the swine respiratory microbiome. 

CEO and Co-founder Chris Belnap emphasised the importance of this collaboration in advancing microbial solutions to support host health and immunity, addressing critical pathogens affecting swine.

The product, expected to undergo extensive testing over three years, aligns with Novus’s broader vision of leveraging advanced science to address real-world challenges in animal agriculture.

Expanding innovation with Ginkgo Bioworks

In a parallel initiative in 2024, Novus has also joined forces with Ginkgo Bioworks to revolutionise enzyme solutions for animal feed. 

By utilising Ginkgo’s advanced enzyme development platform, Novus is working on cost-effective, efficient feed additives that enhance livestock performance while addressing economic and environmental pressures.

“With rising feed costs and industry volatility, producers need solutions that ensure sustainability and profitability,” said Abishek Shingote, Novus Associate VP of Global Strategic Marketing, Technology, and Innovation.

“These innovations will improve the well-being of livestock, enabling producers to meet market demands for affordable, nutritious animal products.”

Dan Rosmarin, Vice President of Commercials at Ginkgo Bioworks, highlighted the unique synergy between the two companies. 

“This partnership allows us to combine Ginkgo’s enzyme development expertise with Novus’s animal feed application knowledge to create transformative solutions for the livestock industry.”

“As global agriculture faces economic, environmental, and regulatory headwinds, innovation remains at the core of our mission,” said Novus President and CEO Dan Meagher. “Through partnerships like those with Resilient Biotics and Ginkgo Bioworks, we’re helping producers navigate challenges while advancing sustainability in animal agriculture.”