Genus Plc
Industry Group: Pharmaceuticals
Country/Region: United Kingdom
Identifier: LON:GNS
Genus PLC is a biotechnology company that develops animal genetics for agricultural purposes. The company breeds and distributes the genes of pigs and bulls, scientifically selecting livestock whose offspring are designed to increase the profitability of its customers. In the porcine market, Genus sells boars and sows that produce offspring with desirable characteristics, such as feed-efficient growth or leaner meat. In the dairy and beef markets, the company's primary product is bull semen, which is delivered through artificial insemination to improve its customers' herds and their efficiency. Genus also offers embryos through its subsidiary IVB.
ESG Risk Rating
Ranking
Industry Group (1st = lowest risk)
Pharmaceuticals 385 out of 850
Universe
Global Universe 9458 out of 15080
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Industry Comparison
| Company | ESG Risk Rating | Industry Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 3SBio, Inc. |
24
Medium
|
163 out of 850 |
| BrightGene Bio-Medical Technology Co., Ltd. |
26
Medium
|
246 out of 850 |
| Genus Plc |
27.9
Medium
|
385 out of 850 |
| Galapagos NV |
29.7
Medium
|
475 out of 850 |
| InnoCare Pharma Ltd. |
30.4
High
|
508 out of 850 |
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