Eurofins acquires BioDiagnostics, Inc.

12-Feb-2015 - USA

Eurofins Scientific announces the acquisition of BioDiagnostics Inc. (BDI), seed and plant-tissue testing laboratories serving the agricultural industry in the US.

Founded in 1996, BDI employs 120 staff at its laboratory in River Falls, WI. BDI offers genetic, seed quality, as well as analytical chemistry testing services to the seed and plant industries. The company has developed a strong competence in DNA analysis of field crops, especially for corn and soybeans. BDI's competencies complement and build onto the recognized capabilities that Eurofins provides to the seed and agricultural industry, and enhances the Group's ability to provide the broadest range of analytical services, including the latest innovations in genomics technologies for seed and crop breeding, to support the agri-food and feed market.

The addition of BDI into Eurofins' growing footprint in food and agricultural testing in the US demonstrates the Group's commitment in the domestic market. BDI's capabilities, as well as its geographical market, perfectly complement Eurofins' existing footprint. In return, BDI will gain access to the latest technologies in genetic testing and other analytical methods, as well as all of the Group's technical know-how.

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