Компания Cobb-Vantress объявила о восьми грантовых проектах для развития генетики птицы в 2026 году

Cobb-Vantress, a leading poultry genetics company, announced the eight projects selected for its 2026 Cobb Research Initiative grants on Monday. The Siloam Springs-based company said the research supports advancing poultry genetics and strengthening the future of food production. President Shelby Watkins said innovation is fueled through curiosity, collaboration and a willingness to explore new possibilities. "The Cobb Research Initiative reflects our commitment to working alongside the scientific community to advance poultry genetics, accelerate progress and deliver solutions that help our customers succeed in a rapidly evolving industry," Watkins said in a news release. William Herring, vice president of research and development at Cobb, said the quality and creativity of the proposals submitted demonstrate the tremendous potential that exists when diverse scientific perspectives come together. "As we enter the fourth year of the program, we remain focused on identifying breakthrough research that can expand our understanding of poultry genetics and contribute to meaningful advancements across the industry," he said. "We've already seen findings from previous projects influence our genetic improvement efforts, and we're excited about the opportunities these new collaborations will create." Casey Owens, a researcher with the University of Arkansas, was an Arkansas-based recipient of the research grant, and will study supplementing breeder hens nicotinamide riboside to enhance muscle growth. Cobb, which sits inside of Tyson Foods Inc.'s chicken business, said investing in innovation research continues to strengthen its long-term commitment to genetic progress and the development of breeding stock that delivers value. Donnie King, president and chief executive officer at Tyson Foods, recently touted the advancement of poultry genetics allowing the Springdale-based company to work with better large birds. You're one step away from the full story. Log in or create an account to continue reading. Support journalism that covers the topics that matter most to you. Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.