#69: Beyond Science Fiction: The Future of Animal Biotechnology with Professor Alison Van Eenennaam

Notice anything different?....The Financial Bloke Podcast has had a small facelift and is now called The AgriCoach Podcast! Everything else remains the same, the new name is just more aligned to what we do 🤩And so, back to business...In this episode of the Wealth & Wisdom podcast, we embark on a journey into the realm of animal biotechnology, a field poised to revolutionise livestock production as we know it. Picture this: bulls siring calves with no genetic resemblance to themselves. Sounds like science fiction, right? But it’s happening, and it's just the tip of the iceberg.I had the pleasure of sitting down with Professor Alison Van Eenennaam, a leading figure in animal genomics and biotechnology. From discussing the essence of animal biotechnology to unravelling mind-boggling projects like "switching an animal’s balls", our conversation is nothing short of eye-opening.So, what exactly is animal biotechnology, and what does it entail? Alison breaks it down for us, shedding light on the groundbreaking work researchers like herself are undertaking. But it doesn't stop there. We delve into the most captivating projects on Alison's radar, from male calves in the dairy industry to the removal of the horned gene, and the potential ethical and regulatory implications.This episode is a testament to the boundless possibilities of biotechnology and the individuals driving its transformative power. So, buckle up and prepare to journey into the future of livestock production like never before.PS - Did you know.... we recently rated in the Top 5 of Australian Agriculture podcasts on FeedSpot?! 🎉🤩 f you’re the kind of family that leads from the front, not waits for a crisis, the 2026 Roadmap Workshops are for you. Seats open to the waitlist first. Join at: agricoach.com.au/takeaction -----------------------Ben spent over 20 years working with successful business owners and farming families which allowed him to unearth the timeless principles on how to successfully grow, protect and maintain wealth.If you want to learn the principles of how to grow your family’s wealth throughout the generations, then you might consider joining The AgriCoach Podcast each fortnight for more Wealth & Wisdom.Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is general in nature and for education purposes only. It is not financial advice. It is not legal advice. No one should act on the information without appropriate specific advice for your particular circumstances. Ben Law is a former financial advisor but is no longer licensed and cannot and will not give you specific or personal advice in this podcast. The Financial Bloke Group Pty Ltd accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage occasioned by any person acting or refraining from action as a result of reliance on the information in this podcast.https://thefinancialbloke.com.au/

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