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AbacusBio is a leading global consultancy specializing in agricultural biotechnology, genetic improvement, and data-driven solutions.
We combine scientific expertise and innovative technologies to drive sustainable growth in agriculture.
🧬 Today’s breeding decisions shape the health of populations for generations to come 🧬🐄

Genetic progress means little without genetic diversity to sustain it.

👩‍🔬 Meet our consultant: Anouk Schurink: https://ow.ly/jPHB50XTnFA and get in touch to explore what’s possible: https://ow.ly/Zkoc50XTnFB

January 8, 2026 at 1:16 PM
✨ Happy New Year from AbacusBio ✨

As we welcome 2026, we would like to take a moment to thank our clients, partners, and followers for being part of our journey throughout 2025.

Happy New Year! 🎉
— The AbacusBio Team
January 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Welcome to the Team, Mariana! 🌟

We are excited to welcome Mariana Vianna to AbacusBio as a Plant Breeder Consultant! 🪴

Mariana brings a wealth of expertise in maize and soybean breeding, along with energy, curiosity, and a passion for advancing breeding programs.
December 16, 2025 at 11:31 AM
🌟 We’re Hiring – Executive Assistant & Contracts Advisor (Dunedin, NZ) 🌟

AbacusBio is growing, and we’re looking for a highly organised, proactive professional to join our team in our Dunedin office.

👉 Apply here : https://ow.ly/fsNC50XBKZe
December 4, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Welcome to the team Claire!
December 2, 2025 at 1:38 PM
🚀 Boosting lamb eating quality with CT scanning!
Did you know CT scans can measure intramuscular fat (IMF) in sheep to help improve eating quality?
Our consultant, Dr Neville Jopson, has spent the last few years developing a way to assess IMF in breeding rams during routine CT scans.
November 25, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Today, on International Men’s Day (IMD), and in line with this year’s theme, “Celebrating Men and Boys”, we proudly recognise the exceptional men across our organisation who bring dedication, expertise, and enthusiasm to everything they do!
November 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM
We are thrilled to share that AbacusBio has been named a finalist in the Business South Awards!

“Enjoyed our journey? Please vote for AbacusBio: https://woobox.com/qbuo7g 🙏

Thank you for being part of our story—every vote counts! 🥂
The Grand Business South Awards 2025
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November 13, 2025 at 11:15 AM
We gathered as a team to honour an important leadership transition. Giselle, our Board Chair, led a heartfelt celebration to thank Peter Amer for 4 outstanding years as our MD and to welcome Nadia Mclean as our new Group Managing Director.

Please join us in congratulating them on their new roles!
November 6, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Our consultant Madeleine Post, saw the power of pollination first hand in New Zealand, working with beekeepers and orchard growers. Supporting bees means supporting innovation, biodiversity, and the future of food. 🌱

👉 Want to learn more about our services? Reach out here: lnkd.in/ex_kcHum
October 29, 2025 at 10:37 AM
🌱 Welcome to the Team, Marcelo Mollinari!
October 21, 2025 at 12:57 PM
📢 Our September 2025 AbacusBio: In Action Newsletter is here!

👉 Check it out here: mailchi.mp/abacusbio/ab...
AbacusBio: In Action Newsletter September 2025
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September 16, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Our consultant Doug Bjelland will be at #EAAP2025 in Innsbruck next week!

The annual meeting brings together global experts to discuss the future of livestock farming and innovation in animal science.

👋 If you’ll be there too, reach out—Doug would love to connect!
August 21, 2025 at 1:23 PM
🌏 Building Agricultural Resilience 🐐🐑🥛

How do you improve livestock genetics with no experts, no database, and minimal infrastructure?

For Peter Amer, it’s about flexibility and working with resourceful farmers. Read more about his journey through India and Indonesia: mailchi.mp/abacusbio/ab....
August 13, 2025 at 8:44 AM
Our consultants John Crowley and Cheryl Quinton will attend the upcoming AgSmart Educational Expo Conference in Olds, Ab.

🔗https://lnkd.in/gTR93Xvq

📅 If you’ll be there too, please say hello — they’d love to connect, learn about your projects, and share ideas! 👋
July 24, 2025 at 8:11 AM
🌍 #WhereWeWorkWednesdays

At AbacusBio, we’re proud to be a truly global team — collaborating seamlessly across time zones.

Here’s Lucy in sunny UK catching up with Hannah in wintery Dunedin, NZ night ❄️☀️

Thanks to our geographical spread, we have people working on projects 24 hours a day!
July 23, 2025 at 12:12 PM
🌟 Welcome (Back) to the Team, Jo! 🌟

We’re delighted to officially welcome Joanne Kerslake back to AbacusBio! 🎉

Jo has a long history with AbacusBio, having been a valued part of the team for over a decade.

It’s fantastic to have you back, Jo! 👏✨
July 22, 2025 at 2:12 PM
🌱 Martin Howes and John Crowley are heading to Seeds Canada Annual Conference in Québec City!

Excited to connect, learn, and explore this year’s theme: “Growing Success: Driven by Passion.”

Attending too? Reach out — they’d love to say hi!
July 3, 2025 at 2:57 PM
🌱 Heading to Groundswell? So are we! 🌱

Caeli Richardson and Madeleine Post will be at the Groundswell Regenerative Agriculture Festival this week.

Feel free to connect with them on LinkedIn or chat with them directly at the event!

👉 More info on the event here: 🔗 groundswellag.com
June 30, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Bruno Santos attended the Australasian Plant Breeding Conference (APBC 2025).

👉 Let's connect if you are working in the plant breeding sector in Australia and are looking to integrate multi-trait selection, genomic prediction, or economic breeding objectives to your program.
June 25, 2025 at 9:19 AM
🚜🌱 The UK’s Precision Breeding Act opens new doors for innovation in plant breeding — but what does it mean for agri-tech?

AbacusBio looks at what’s ahead and how impact assessment can guide real-world outcomes.
👉 www.agri-tech-e.co.uk/member-post/...
Precision Breeding Legislation for Plants Passed – What This Means for Agri-Tech  - Agri-TechE
The recent passing of secondary legislation to implement the Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Act for plants in England marks a milestone moment for UK agriculture.
www.agri-tech-e.co.uk
June 24, 2025 at 8:36 AM
🎤 AbacusBio is proud to have 4 team members presenting at the 26th AAABG Conference next week in Queenstown! 🧬

Catch talks by Dr Fiona Hely, Dr Cheryl Quinton, Dr Luna Zhang & Shalini Abeykoon on topics from methane traits to goat breeding programs.

Full speaker details: www.aaabg.org/aaabghome/
June 19, 2025 at 10:46 AM
🎤 Catch us at the Interbull & ADSA Joint Meeting!

📍 Louisville, KY, USA
📅 21–23 June 2025

Our consultant Katarzyna Stachowicz will be there and presenting.

If you're attending and would like to catch up, feel free to reach out to her 👋

🔗 More info about the event: ow.ly/mgxg50Wbq1N
June 18, 2025 at 9:49 AM
We are hiring! 🚀

👉 Applied Plant & Animal Geneticist
🔗Australia: ow.ly/f5eY50W8nNL
🔗New Zealand: ow.ly/xZmV50W8nNI

👉 Livestock Production Consultant, Australia
🔗https://ow.ly/nGTE50W8nNM

👉 Quantitative Plant Geneticist, Canada
🔗 ow.ly/Z1n350W8nNE

Join our team to shape the future together! 🌱💼
June 12, 2025 at 2:17 PM
See you at the Beef Improvement Federation 2025 Symposium! 🐂📈

Our expert consultant, John Crowley, will be on-site all week, eager to share insights and connect with fellow industry leaders.

If you'd like to connect with John while he’s there, don’t hesitate to reach out on Linkedin! 🤝
June 10, 2025 at 12:56 PM