15AGRITECHCAT3 Innovative NextGen pig breeding using DNA sequence data

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SummaryIn this project, we will develop a new technology we call NextGen Breeding, which is based on the collection and utilization of very large quantities of sequence data, and will enable us to dramatically accelerate the rate of genetic improvement in our pig populations. This new technology will help us deliver real improvements to pig industry productivity and sustainability in the UK and around the world. The project involves collaboration between two world class UK partners, PIC (part of Genus plc), the world's leading pig breeding company and The Roslin Institute (RI), the world's leading research centre in the application of genomics and quantitative genetics to farm animal breeding. The project requires whole genome sequencing of samples on an unprecedented scale and even though our innovative approach dramatically reduces the costs over the conventional paradigm, the risk and costs are still considerable. Sharing the costs with Innovate UK would enable us to undertake this project.