How it Works

DNA TraceBack® requires the sampling of carcasses in the slaughterhouse (or live animals) and meat from the retail outlet on a continuing basis. Once analyzed, these samples yield quantitative management data on the flow of meat products through the supply chain – data which provides our customers with precise details on the performance of their meat traceability system.

DNA TraceBack® comprises the use of biological sampling systems, IT interfaces and DNA identification analysis. The technology set that supports our DNA TraceBack® system involves integrated sample harvesting technologies and our ID-GENerator™ technology platform.

Practical

DNA TraceBack® relies on patented sampling devices that can be used by producers, packers or retail staff with minimal training. Because of their design features, they do not require changes to current animal management or industrial practices.

Affordable

IdentiGEN uses an optimized panel of biomarkers (technically known as single nucleotide polymorphisms, or SNPs), to identify animals and their by-products. IdentiGEN’s proprietary ID-GENerator technology allows these SNPs to be examined in a simplified, massively parallel, low-cost production process, unique in the agri-food industry.

Proven Track Record

DNA TraceBack® has been commercialized in Europe since 2000, and is being used there to drive meat sales.