Supply of dairy cattle genotyping
AHDB seeks a single supplier to genotype 7,500 Holstein dairy cows across 25–35 UK farms, including farm liaison, sample collection, DNA extraction, SNP calling (minimum 55,000 SNPs), and submission of results to their genomic portal.
- Closed9 February 2026
- Value£0
- BuyerAGRICULTURE AND HORTICULTURE DEVELOPMENT BOARD
- WhereUK dairy farms
- CategoryGrounds, forestry & agriculture
- RegionWest Midlands
You'll want to look if you offer livestock genotyping services and can manage farm liaison, sample logistics, and DNA analysis at scale across multiple sites
You'll need
- SNP calling capability of at least 55,000 SNPs at ≥90% call rate
- Ability to submit genotype files and pedigree data to AHDB's genomic portal
- Quality control and re-submission of failed samples
Possible incumbent
Neogen Europe Limited and Weatherbys Ireland Ltd won sheep genotyping for AHDB in December 2025, suggesting they may be candidates here. Inferred from prior awards to this buyer, not confirmed.