The support of meat value chains by genetic technologies

Area of Science:

• Agricultural Economics
• Animal Genetics
• Food Science

Background:

• Industry consolidation has led to complex, vertically integrated food production systems.
• Shift from traditional supply chains to differentiated value chains focused on consumer value.
• Value chains integrate players from genetics to retail for sustainable competitiveness.

Purpose of the Study:

• To postulate the foundational role of animal genetic technologies in meat value chain success.
• To explore the potential of future genetic advancements in further developing meat value chains.

Main Methods:

• Conceptual analysis of industry trends and technological advancements.
• Postulation based on the integration of genetic improvement programs within value chains.

Main Results:

• Significant development in animal genetic technologies has enabled sustainable production of desirable meat products.
• These advancements are identified as the core foundation for successful meat value chain accomplishments.

Conclusions:

• Continued progress in genomic selection and proteomics is expected to drive more sophisticated genetic improvement programs.
• Future advancements will facilitate the development of highly differentiated meat value chains tailored to dynamic consumer needs.