Bareilly | March 21, 2026: Leads Genetics, a subsidiary of BL Agro, has marked a historic milestone in India’s dairy industry by becoming the first private company to carry out the country’s large-scale indigenous Cow Embryo Transfer programme. The initiative was conducted at the newly established Centre of Excellence of Cattle Breeding and Dairying Technology in Bareilly, equipped with state-of-the-art IVF, Pathology, and Genomics laboratories.
Programme Highlights
- Phase 1 (December 2025): IVF conducted in 116 cows, achieving an impressive 70% success rate – a scale never before attempted in India.
- Phase 2: Embryo transfer carried out in 160 Gir, Sahiwal, and HF cross cows.
The Gir breed, renowned for superior milk yield, adaptability, and disease resistance, is central to the genetic improvement of India’s indigenous cattle population.
Ashish Khandelwal, Managing Director, BL Agro, said: “The scale of this success is a defining moment for Indian dairy. Never before has this been achieved in India at such scale. Advancements in reproductive technologies like IVF and embryo transfer can accelerate India’s journey toward becoming a global leader in per-cow dairy productivity and livestock genetics. Leads Genetics and BL Agro are committed to bringing world-class science to the service of our farmers and rural communities.”
Impact on Dairy & Livestock
- Accelerates rapid multiplication of high-genetic-merit cattle.
- Potential to increase milk production capacity up to 3x.
- Delivers transformative benefits for dairy farmers, rural economy, and India’s livestock ecosystem.
- Strengthens sustainable growth of India’s dairy industry and enhances indigenous cattle genetics.
Global Collaboration
The programme is guided by a tripartite agreement between:
- Embrapa (Brazil’s state-owned agricultural research institution under MAPA).
- Fazenda Floresta.
- Leads Genetics.
This marks Embrapa’s first-ever MoU with a private entity in India, highlighting strategic convergence in livestock innovation, food security, and cattle genetics leadership.
The success of the programme underscores Indo-Brazil cooperation in revolutionising Indian cattle genetics. Leading experts and scientists from both countries collaborated during the second phase.
About BL Agro Group
Headquartered in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, the BL Agro Group is a diversified conglomerate driving quality and sustainability across food products, agri-tech, earth sciences, and dairy innovation.
- Flagship company: BL Agro Industries Ltd, originally a mustard trading business, now a major FMCG with one of India’s largest edible oil and food product networks under Bail Kolhu and Nourish brands.
- Subsidiaries:
- Leads Connect Services – agri-technology firm specializing in data analysis, risk management, and sustainable agri-business ecosystems.
- Leads Genetics – focused on faster genetic progress, disease-free herds, and climate-resilient livestock development.
Together, BL Agro Group is committed to empowering consumers, farmers, and businesses with impactful solutions.
