Benchmark Genetics is pleased to announce that Dr. Maria Nayfa, Business Development Manager at Benchmark Genetics Services, will present at a scientific workshop organized by Thermo Fisher Scientific during PAG 33, one of the world’s leading conferences for genomics and breeding innovation.
Event details:
- Date: 12 January 2026
- Time: 13:00
- Location: San Diego, California, USA
Advancing Aquaculture Genetics with Scalable Genotyping
Dr. Nayfa’s presentation, “Advancing Aquaculture Genetics: Scalable Genotyping Solutions for Established and Emerging Species,” will focus on how high-throughput genotyping supports modern selective breeding programs across diverse aquaculture species.
High-quality genetic data underpins:
- Genomic and marker-assisted selection
- Parentage assignment and pedigree reconstruction
- Genetic diversity and inbreeding management
Together, these tools enable data-driven breeding decisions that improve growth, health, robustness, and long-term sustainability in aquaculture operations.
The Role of Genomics in Modern Aquaculture Breeding
As aquaculture continues to expand globally, breeding programs must balance genetic gain with resilience to disease, environmental stress, and changing production systems. Scalable genotyping technologies allow breeding programs to operate efficiently across large populations while maintaining accuracy and consistency.
By applying genomic tools across both established and emerging species, aquaculture producers can accelerate genetic progress and reduce risk, while supporting responsible and sustainable production.
Benchmark Genetics’ Integrated Genetic Services
At Benchmark Genetics, our mission is to unlock the genetic potential of aquaculture species around the world. We deliver this through end-to-end genetic services, including:
- Breeding program design and operational support
- Advanced genotyping solutions
- SNP panel development and genetic tool innovation
With SNP panels available for more than 30 aquaculture species, our portfolio continues to grow. Our species-specific and multi-species SNP arrays support breeding programs across a wide range of species – from salmon and other finfish to shellfish.
Multi-Species SNP Arrays: Proven Impact Through Collaboration
Collaborative projects with partners such as CSIRO and the Clam Consortium demonstrate the value of multi-species SNP arrays in real-world breeding programs.
These solutions enable:
- Faster development of robust SNP panels
- Reduced setup time and validation effort
- Lower barriers to adoption for new species
- Flexible panel sizes tailored to breeding objectives
By simplifying access to advanced genotyping, multi-species SNP arrays help breeding programs move from concept to implementation more quickly and cost-effectively.
Join Benchmark Genetics at PAG 33
The Plant & Animal Genome Conference 33 provides a unique platform to explore the latest advances in genomics, breeding, and biotechnology. Benchmark Genetics is proud to contribute to this global forum by sharing practical insights into scalable genotyping solutions for aquaculture.
Join us in San Diego to learn how genomics is shaping the future of aquaculture breeding and how innovative genetic tools are helping unlock the full potential of aquatic species.
