Neogen (NASDAQ:NEOG) is a global leader in food and animal safety solutions, offering an extensive portfolio of products and services designed to protect public health and enhance animal well-being. Headquartered in Lansing, Michigan, Neogen serves customers in over 100 countries through a combination of direct sales teams, distributors and strategic partnerships. The company’s core mission centers on providing diagnostic test kits, reagents, equipment and consulting services that help food processors, governmental agencies and livestock producers detect and control harmful pathogens, residues and contaminants.
Within its food safety segment, Neogen develops rapid testing solutions for pathogens such as Salmonella, Listeria and E. coli, as well as assays for food allergens, toxins and sanitation verification. These offerings include lateral flow test kits, immunoassays, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) systems and enrichment media, all designed to deliver accurate results quickly and cost-effectively. Neogen also provides training courses and on-site technical support to ensure that customers implement best practices in food testing and regulatory compliance.
In its animal safety segment, Neogen manufactures a range of animal health and productivity products, including feed additives, premixes and medicated supplements for livestock and poultry. The company’s veterinary portfolio features topical treatments, vaccines and parasiticides that help control disease and promote growth. Through strategic acquisitions of companies like GeneSeek, a leader in genetic testing, and Vantress, a premier poultry breeding operation, Neogen has expanded its capabilities in genomics-based breeding and precision livestock management.
Founded in 1982 and publicly listed in 1996, Neogen has grown organically and through more than 30 strategic acquisitions. Its operations span North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America, enabling tailored solutions for regional market needs and regulatory environments. Neogen is led by Chief Executive Officer John Adent, whose experience in the life sciences and animal health industries guides the company’s innovation and global expansion. The board and executive team remain committed to advancing food and animal safety through research and development, customer collaboration and sustainable business practices.
