We start with science. Researchers exploring the frontiers of genetics, health, nutrition, and climate impact. Every discovery becomes a decision. Every insight becomes an improvement. Science-driven, fact-based.
Science-driven, fact-based.
Responsible Breeding Through Research and Innovation
From cutting-edge genomics to precision phenotyping and biotechnology, our multidisciplinary research platforms ensure that every genetic improvement is rooted in data, validated by evidence, and engineered for real-world performance.Â
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Our goals in this platform are to develop tools and advanced statistical models within quantitative genetics and genomics to drive a world-leading sustainable genetic progress.Â
This includes the maximization of genomic information, integration of genome knowledge, and models to optimize utilization of phenotypic and biologic information.Â
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The Reproduction Platform at Topigs Norsvin focuses on improving fertility, reproductive efficiency, and the biological foundation for genetic progress across the breeding system. Its core goal is to optimize the quality and robustness of piglets and litters while ensuring efficient, scalable dissemination of genetics globally. Â
Our mission is clear: breed pigs that thrive in tomorrow’s farming environments, where climate resilience, animal welfare, health and economic sustainability are non-negotiable.
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The Health and Behavior Platform investigates the genetic basis of disease resilience, structural health, and animal behavior in modern production systems. By combining data collected in commercial environments, large-scale phenotyping, and advanced analytical approaches, the platform develops traits that reflect how pigs perform under biological and social stressors.Â
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The Feed to Food platform integrates nutrition science with carcass and meat quality research to help ensure that modern pigs convert feed into high-quality pork more efficiently and with lower environmental impact.Â
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Precision Phenotyping platform uses advanced technologies, such as CT scanning and sensors for automated data collection to improve data collection and develop novel traits for pig breeding. Â
Artificial intelligence (AI) is central to this platform, enabling the analysis of large, complex, multi-dimensional datasets that are challenging to interpret using traditional methods.Â
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The biotech platform is built at the intersection of functional genomics, molecular physiology, and advanced cell biology. It aims to discover mechanistic, cell-type-resolved, and genotype-aware biological knowledge that will contribute to our genetic progress in developing in vitro systems to understand and improve complex traits.Â
Our global research team brings together more than 40 scientists within one comprehensive international research department.Â
By combining expertise across disciplines and regions, we drive innovation and deliver solutions that support the future of pig production worldwide.
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Sustainable swine health can be achieved not through any single intervention, but through coherent, multi-layered strategies, built on the strongest possible biological foundation: genetic disease resilience.
Pigs and humans have relatively similar physiology. Therefore, pigs are often used as animal models in surgical training and biomedical research. Unlike humans, pigs have relatively short lifespans, so with pigs we do not face the same medical challenges, such as potential radiation damage from CT scanning. In this article, we recount how, by sharing our knowledge and innovative solutions, Topigs Norsvin is contributing to advancements in human medicine.Â
In modern pig farming, recent developments in computer vision can assist automated surveillance and facilitate novel insights into animal behavior and health. By combining video technology with AI, Topigs Norsvin can detect both preferred and unwanted behaviors more efficiently than with traditional manual systems.
By: Eli Grindflek, PhD, Research Director
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