From regional expansions to major biotech milestones, this business update covers the commercial launch of in-ovo sexing in Australia, new EU vaccine registrations for Salmonella, UK mill infrastructure investments, and the latest advancements in aviary systems and eco-footprinting. This and more.

AAT and SBA launch Cheggy in-ovo sexing technology in Australia

Agri Advanced Technologies (AAT) and Specialised Breeders Australia (SBA) have announced the official commercial launch of the Cheggy in-ovo sex determination system in Australia, marking the first installation of this technology in the Asia-Pacific region. Fully operational at SBA’s hatchery in Victoria and officially presented to the industry at the PIX Food with Purpose Show in May 2026, the technology enables Australian egg producers to order sexed chicks ahead of hatching, with commercial availability having just begun (1 June). 

Hendrix Genetics releases Sustainability Report

Hendrix Genetics has released its 2025 Sustainability Report introducing a refined long-term strategy structured around animal care, climate resilience, and social entrepreneurship, integrating sustainability directly into its breeding programmes, operations, and partnerships. The updated framework increases transparency regarding greenhouse gas emissions, resource efficiency, and responsible sourcing, combining global corporate policies with local implementation.

Huvepharma obtains EU registration for AviGate S. Infantis

Huvepharma has secured European Union registration through the European Medicines Agency (EMA) for AviGate S. Infantis, the first live attenuated vaccine specifically designed to combat Salmonella Infantis in broilers, future breeders, and future layers. Set for market launch this month, the vaccine targets a rapidly emerging serovar that has become the dominant strain in European broiler flocks and the fourth leading cause of human salmonellosis in Europe.

Chore-Time introduces upgraded aviary and nest system for specialty egg producers

Chore-Time has launched an upgraded housing solution pairing its Vike Tradition Aviary System with Valego Pagoda Nests, designed to help organic and specialty egg producers maximise bird density and income while maintaining the marketing benefits of floor-based systems. The system keeps nests separate from the living structure, typically placing 2 rows of low-intensity aviaries along the walls and a row of Pagoda Nests down the centre. This ‘tree-style’ aviary design features an open lower level that encourages pecking and dust bathing, alongside perched upper levels with integrated feeders, drinkers, and automated manure belts. 

Massey Harpers Feed Group announces £1 million UK poultry mill expansion

The Massey Harpers Feed Group has launched a strategic expansion of its UK poultry operations, headlined by a £1 million investment in 2 state-of-the-art variable speed grinders at its mill in Holsworthy, Devon, UK. The investment targets growing demand in the monogastric (poultry) sector across the South and South West of England. Alongside the infrastructure upgrade, the group has appointed monogastric specialist James Miller to lead on-farm activity, combining high-quality, bespoke layer feed specifications with data-driven technical support.

Sustell and PoultryPlan partner to scale environmental footprinting

In response to rising supply chain demands for accurate emissions reporting, DSM-Firmenich’s environmental footprint platform, Sustell, has partnered with poultry farm management system PoultryPlan. The collaboration integrates PoultryPlan’s operational farm software with Sustell’s ISO-certified Life Cycle Assessment methodology. This integration allows large-scale poultry farmers to automatically transform primary production data into credible, scalable environmental footprint measurements.

Baader to showcase ‘True Performance’ at VIV Europe 2026

At VIV Europe 2026, Baader will showcase its “True Performance” concept, introducing processing equipment and a unified digital ecosystem designed to bring consistency, transparency, and predictability to poultry processing. The data-driven solutions shift operations from post-production corrections to proactive, real-time management.

Kerry launches AlphaGal Ultra enzyme technology

Kerry has launched AlphaGal Ultra, a multi-enzyme product designed to help animal producers extract more nutritional value from feed by breaking down soy α-galactooligosaccharides and other complex dietary substrates. Available in both dry and liquid formats, the multi-carbohydrase enzyme system is engineered to increase energy availability from feed ingredients while reducing anti-nutritional factors present in soybean meal and other oilseed components. It can be added to premixes, incorporated into mash feeds or applied post-pelleting.

Animine celebrates 15 years of innovation, science and human partnership

Animine marks 15 years of innovation and partnership, celebrating with distributors and collaborators in Chamonix and Hoi An to reflect its European roots and early Asian market beginnings. The company specialises in precision trace minerals for animal nutrition. and attributes

Novus appoints Dr Koushik De as technical director for South Asia

Novus names 14-year company veteran Dr Koushik De as the technical director for South Asia, transitioning from his previous role as regional sales director. Backed by over 2 decades of industry expertise, he will head a technical services team tasked with developing and implementing poultry and dairy strategies that translate animal science into practical, on-farm returns. Dr De’s team will focus on optimising gut health, improving nutrient utilization, and enhancing overall animal resilience.