Enhancing Dairy Profitability

“Once commercialized, these diagnostics tests will have important economic and social benefits in Pennsylvania and throughout the dairy industry.” ~Troy Ott

Research Lead

Troy Ott
Professor, Department of Animal Science

Product

This simple blood test determines whether or not a cow is pregnant.

Why It's Important

  • Determines pregnancy 10 to 20 days earlier than currently possible
  • Saves farmers between $1 and $3 per day

Status

  • The team has developed a new diagnostic platform and work flow
  • Collaborating with a small local company, PPK Animal Healthcare
  • Three new intellectual property disclosures
  • U.S. Patent Pending (62/435,432)

Technology Development Awards

  • $75,000 - RAIN Grant (2015)

Office for Research and Graduate Education

Address

217 Agricultural Administration Building
University Park, PA 16802-2600

Office for Research and Graduate Education

Address

217 Agricultural Administration Building
University Park, PA 16802-2600