Norsvin USA
Norsvin selection; a historical view
Written by Marte H Evju
The Norsvin Genetic Programme has a long selection history for a vide range of traits.
In her recent doctoral thesis, Norsvin scientist Eli Gjerlaug-Enger describes the selection history for the Norsvin breeds, focusing on the development of carcass and meat quality traits.
Doctoral thesis on meat and fat quality traits
Written by Marte H Evju
In March 2011 Norsvin scientist Eli Gjerlaug-Enger successfully defended her doctoral thesis on meat and fat quality traits in the Norsvin Landrace and Duroc breeds.
The overall aim of the thesis was to analyse these traits using quantitative genetic methods. The study demonstrated that it is possible to establish simple laboratory practices and high quality rapid analyses of meat and fat quality traits at a research abattoir.
Albert Paszek joins the Norsvin USA Team
Written by Administrator
Dr. Albert Paszek joins the Norsvin organization as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Norsvin USA effective June 1st.
Paszek’s experience and knowledge in business and genetics complements the strengths of the current Norsvin team and supports the company’s commitment to value creation and capture by customers of Norsvin swine genetics.
Paszek has managed genetic research and business development at DEKALB Swine Breeders and Cargill, Inc., was a teacher and researcher at the University of Minnesota and recently managed broiler biotech R&D team at Cobb-Vantress, Inc.
Paszek has served on the Norsvin USA Board of Directors since the company was established in 2002.
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